Hojicha S
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For daily drinking and lattes. Savory aroma with low bitterness and astringency, and a clean, smooth mouthfeel.
Japanese matcha. Selected for your application.
Sourced directly from growers, mainly in Kagoshima. Product details and availability are confirmed for each item.
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Hojicha O
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For daily drinking and lattes. Savory aroma with low bitterness and astringency, and a clean, smooth mouthfeel.
Hojicha Hot
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For daily drinking and lattes. Savory aroma with low bitterness and astringency, and a clean, smooth mouthfeel.
Sencha O
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For bottled beverages, daily drinking. Crisp and refreshing astringency with a clean, refreshing feel.
Sencha Powder H
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For plastic bottle drinks and everyday consumption. Clean, refreshing astringency with a cool feel. Convenient powder form.
Sencha Powder H2
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For plastic bottle beverages and everyday drinking. Crisp and refreshing astringency with a clean, cool feel. Easy to prepare as it comes in powder form.
Hojicha H Powder Sample Notation: (Hojicha Powder (A))
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Matcha Saemidori S Sample Label: (Hioki Matcha)
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Matcha Okuyutaka S
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A higher grade of the same variety (Okuyutaka) as Moga Matcha. First-crop tea, shade-grown, authentic matcha processing. Low in bitterness with a rich flavor, suitable for drinking and premium lattes.
Matcha Asanoka S
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It has a clean, crisp taste with a good balance of umami and astringency, featuring a unique, refreshing varietal aroma. Light on the palate and easy to drink.
Matcha Premium H
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A high-grade matcha with excellent aroma, color, and flavor, blended by tea masters to ensure consistent quality unaffected by annual crop variations.
Matcha SH
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Matcha Organic Blend H
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Organic Saemidori Matcha H
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Premium organic matcha made from first-flush tea, recommended for those who dislike bitterness. Strong umami and sweetness with a vivid, beautiful bluish-green color.
Organic Matcha Okumidori H
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First-class matcha in every aspect—texture, smoothness, color, and umami. Characterized by an elegant aroma, rich theanine, natural sweetness, and a vivid deep green color.
Matcha Yame H
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Matcha with a clean aftertaste and a rich, deep flavor.
Matcha USH
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A first-flush tea blend for the USA designed to be easily accepted by foreigners, featuring low bitterness, fruity sweetness, a clean mouthfeel, and a gorgeous aroma.
Matcha O-2
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Features a strong, distinct umami and rich flavor that complement its vivid green color. Also recommended for processing.
Matcha O-2N
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A distinct, robust umami and deep flavor that complement its vibrant green color. Recommended for processing as well.
Moga Matcha S
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First-flush tea with a different firing process than standard matcha. Ideal for processed products where you want to highlight color and flavor.
Matcha SOHO
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Matcha S
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Matcha SOH
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Matcha SO
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Stock status
- In stock: available stock
- Pre-order: supplied by advance order
- Sold out: current stock sold out
Where “Enquire” is shown, we will confirm current supply individually. Please check availability when placing your order.
Certifications and destination tags
- EU support
- EU suitability is assessed using test results for the selected product and batch.
- US support
- Products supported for the US market. Requirements are checked for each enquiry.
- Organic JAS
- Japan’s organic food certification system. Shown on applicable products.
- JGAP
- A farm management standard covering food safety, environmental protection, occupational safety and related practices. Shown on applicable products.
Tags apply to individual products, not the entire range. Please enquire about destination requirements and available documents.
Sourced directly from growers, mainly in Kagoshima.
Our tea is harvested and processed in Japan. We buy directly from growers, mainly in Kagoshima, without an intermediary. Kagoshima’s warm climate supports a wide range of cultivars; the origin and cultivar are stated for each product.
Our representative visits the farms in person to check how the tea leaves are growing. We visit growers at least every two months, placing value on conversations in the fields as well as the purchase itself.
These regular visits and conversations sustain our relationship with the people growing the tea and support a steady supply throughout the year.
The tea behind the flavour
Growing tea under shade
Before harvest, tea gardens are covered to reduce sunlight. Shading affects flavour and the balance of theanine, associated with umami, and catechins, associated with astringency.
From tencha to fine powder
Matcha is made from tencha. The leaves are steamed and dried, then stems and veins are removed before the tencha is ground into fine powder. Understanding these steps helps when considering colour and flavour.
Balancing umami, sweetness and bitterness
Bitterness is a natural part of matcha. In higher grades it balances sweetness and umami; in processing grades it remains perceptible in milk and confectionery. Choose for the balance in the finished application, rather than low bitterness alone.
For drinking, lattes or confectionery
Will the tea be drunk on its own, mixed with milk or used in confectionery? Each application calls for a different balance of colour, aroma and flavour. Check single-cultivar or blended, and organic or conventional, on a product basis when selecting candidates.
Confidence in every selection
Batch COA and other relevant documents are available on request. Certification is stated only for the products for which it has been confirmed.
Residue analysis
Enquire about residue analysis reports and batch COA for your selected product. Availability varies by product and batch.
Product specifications
Enquire about specifications for your selected product. We will confirm which documents are available.
Batch reference
Batch COA is available on request for the relevant lot.
Report sample
An example of a residue analysis report showing pesticide substances, analytical values and quantification limits.
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Up to 20g
Overseas samples are free of charge up to 20g per request; actual shipping costs are invoiced afterwards. Larger quantities are discussed individually. Domestic samples are generally charged.
Samples normally ship from Japan. Existing EU customers may receive samples from Swiss inventory. Tell us your intended use, organic or conventional preference, expected annual volume and destination.
Trade terms
- Order size
- Standard orders from 20kg, with mixed products permitted. Below 20kg: individual consultation and separate repacking cost. From 100kg: annual contract.
- Delivery terms
- FCA, Japanese airport (Incoterms 2020).
- Payment
- First transactions: T/T in advance; shipment after receipt of payment.
- Packaging
- Bulk 10kg / 20kg; retail packs 100g / 250g / 1kg. Aluminium bags with oxygen absorbers, packed in cartons.
- Exclusivity (provisional)
- Generally non-exclusive; regional and time-limited terms may be discussed according to track record.
- Storage and shelf life (provisional)
- Cool, dark and sealed; refrigeration recommended. Standard unopened shelf life: 12 months from grinding.
- Dispatch lead time
- In-stock products: several days to one week after payment. Made-to-order products: two weeks to one month from grinding arrangements. Transit time is separate.
- Pricing
- Individual quotation.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a tea?
Tell us your intended use, organic or conventional preference, expected annual volume and destination. We will discuss suitable products with you.
How do I request pricing?
Prices are quoted individually. Please tell us the product, quantity and destination you require.
How is EU residue compliance assessed?
Request the relevant batch COA. EU suitability is assessed using the test results for the selected product; it is not stated for the entire range.
Can I evaluate tea alongside my current supplier?
We can discuss a small trial or a second-source arrangement alongside your existing supplier.
Can I evaluate samples before ordering?
Overseas samples are free of charge up to 20g per request; actual shipping costs are invoiced afterwards. Larger quantities are discussed individually. Domestic samples are generally charged.
Which documents are available?
Please enquire about batch COA, residue analysis reports, product specifications and certificates of origin. Available documents vary by product and batch.
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