/ˈbæntʃə/ or /ˈbɑːntʃə/ (BAN-chuh) (note: pronunciation can vary)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Japanese green tea, typically grown in the Shizuoka region and known for its light flavor and low caffeine content.

“The Japanese tea vendor served us a steaming cup of bancha, which was a perfect complement to the traditional sweets.”