Smooth, single-origin Kyoto Okumidori matcha — first-flush, stone-milled leaves with vivid green colour and rich, umami-packed flavour.

 

Vivid green and smooth, with a mellow aroma and rich umami, Kyoto Okumidori Unsweetened Matcha is crafted from shade-grown, single-origin Okumidori leaves harvested from the first flush in Wazuka village, Kyoto. Stone-milled to a fine, velvety texture, this super-premium matcha delivers a refined, satisfying experience in every cup.

Though less widely cultivated than Yabukita, Okumidori is carefully selected by skilled farmers for its bright hue and naturally smooth, umami-rich flavour. It offers rich umami, gentle sweetness, and a clean, elegant finish, with a vibrant green colour that remains striking even when heated.

Perfect for traditional whisking, matcha lattes, or creating truly special matcha sweets at home, this single-origin Kyoto cultivar showcases the finest qualities of premium Japanese matcha.

 

About Wazuka, Kyoto

Designated one of Japan’s most beautiful villages, Wazuka is famed for its dramatic sloped tea fields and 800-year tea-growing heritage. Though a separate town, it forms a core part of the renowned Uji tea region, producing roughly half of the area’s high-quality green tea that is celebrated for exceptional aroma and character. Local farmers combine traditional cultivation techniques with meticulous care, producing matcha that is aromatic, rich, and satisfying.

 

How to Prepare

• Sift 3g of matcha into a bowl or cup
• Add 60–70ml hot water (70–80°C)
• Whisk until smooth and frothy
• Enjoy straight, or with your favourite milk