The season of new green tea has come in Mt. ASHITAKA of Numazu, Shizuoka. Rich aroma scent is the characteristic of green tea in Mt. ASHITAKA. This year, they are nominated and delivered to the Emperor. May 1st of this year is Hachijuhachiya (88th night), the 88th days counting from the first day of Spring. The day is believed good for praying for the productiveness of grain and also for the first harvest of tea. New green tea leaves harvested now are the best of the season.