World tea specialist LUPICIA is set to release THE BOOK OF TEA en été, the 29th edition in its beloved "Book of Tea" series, on June 23, 2026 (Tuesday). It will be available at bookstores nationwide as well as LUPICIA stores and through mail order. Pre-orders open on May 22, 2026 (Friday).
The "Book of Tea" series features a specially designed large book-shaped box filled with an assortment of tea bags. Marketed as an "experiential tea book" that can be purchased at bookstores, the series has gained attention as a unique concept and has now reached 28 previous editions.
The new 29th edition, THE BOOK OF TEA en été, takes its name from the French subtitle "EN ÉTÉ," meaning "in summer." True to its theme, the collection brings together a variety of teas suited for the summer season, including teas with refreshing citrus aromas and summer-exclusive varieties perfect for iced tea.
Two Types to Match Your Lifestyle
For the first time in the series' 29th edition, the collection is offered in two different formats.
- 30 Varieties: Each tea bag brews one glass (250ml) of iced tea, featuring 30 different teas.
- 24 Varieties: Each larger tea bag brews one full bottle (500ml) of iced tea, featuring 24 different teas.
Shoppers can choose the format that best fits their daily tea routine.
Cooling the Senses
Opening the cover reveals tea bags each featuring a unique design. The artwork draws on summer motifs reminiscent of the traditional Japanese wisdom of finding coolness through the five senses, making the unboxing experience as refreshing as the teas themselves.
A small booklet included with the teas introduces tea descriptions, brewing instructions, and arrangement recipes for enjoying tea during the summer months.
Product Details
THE BOOK OF TEA en été – 30 Varieties / THE BOOK OF TEA en été – 24 Varieties
Both versions are released on June 23, 2026 (Tuesday), with pre-orders available from May 22, 2026 (Friday). Each is a limited-quantity item.
- Price: ¥4,500 (tax included)
- Box size: 345 × 225 × 65 mm
- Tea bags are individually wrapped
Tea Bag Lineup
Black Tea (Non-Flavored)
- Nilgiri Broken ★
- Kenilworth
- Ceylon Candy
- Belle Epoque
- Everyday Tea Darjeeling Blend
- Everyday Tea Assam Blend
Black Tea (Flavored)
- Earl Grey
- Muscat ★
- Cherry
- Alphonso Mango (Seasonal)
- Sweet Orange
- White Peach
- Grenada
- White Sangria
- Rosé Royal
- Honey Lemonade
Green Tea / Oolong Tea (Non-Flavored)
- Huang Jin Gui
- Deep-Steamed Sencha "Matsuri"
Green Tea / Oolong Tea (Flavored)
- Amanatsu Oolong (Seasonal)
- White Peach Sencha
- Passion Fruit Oolong (Seasonal)
- Ramune (Seasonal)
Rooibos / Herbal / Barley Tea (Caffeine-Free)
- La Vie en Rose (Seasonal)
- Piccolo
- Constantia
- Rooibos Poire
- Bonne Chance! ★
- Lumière ★
- Sur la Lune ★
- Fragrant Black Soybean Barley Tea ★
★ These teas are included in the 30-Variety set only.
