We use only fresh, natural pine needles harvested deep in the mountains of Shizuoka Prefecture. Red pine and black pine usually have 2 or 5 needles per cluster, but rarely, there are also 3-needle pines. These are called "Sanko Matsu" (Three-Pronged Pine). Sanko Matsu are considered lucky, and it is said that if you put them in your wallet, you will receive good luck with money, and if you put them in your bag, you will be blessed with traffic safety. From harvesting to packing, we use sanitary gloves, but please wash the pine needles with water before use. After receiving your order, we harvest and sort the pine needles, then place them in freshness-keeping bags and ship them via Yu-Packet Post. Regarding the benefits, it is said to have antioxidant effects, promote healthy blood flow, strengthen blood vessels, and provide various other health benefits. I drink it every day myself. Make pine needle juice or tea to maintain your health. Features: Pesticide-free, natural pine needles When storing, please put them in the refrigerator or put the branch part in water. Type: Pine needles (red pine, new shoots) We use only fresh, natural pine needles. Red pine and black pine usually have 2 or 5 needles per cluster, but rarely, there are also 3-needle pines. These are called "Sanko Matsu" (Three-Pronged Pine). Sanko Matsu are considered lucky, and it is said that if you put them in your wallet, you will receive good luck with money, and if you put them in your bag, you will be blessed with traffic safety. From harvesting to packing, we use sanitary gloves, but please wash the pine needles with water before use. After receiving your order, we harvest and sort the pine needles, then place them in freshness-keeping bags and ship them via Yu-Packet Post. Regarding the benefits, it is said to have antioxidant effects, promote healthy blood flow, strengthen blood vessels, and provide various other health benefits. I drink it every day myself. Make pine needle juice or tea to maintain your health. Features: Pesticide-free, natural pine needles When storing, please put them in the refrigerator or put the branch part in water. Type: Pine needles (red pine, new shoots)