Frequently Asked Questions

All of our matcha is grown and milled in Japan. We source tencha from established growing regions — Uji (Kyoto), Yame (Fukuoka), Shizuoka, and Kagoshima — and each product names its origin on the label and product page.

Our four core teas — Tamayura, Fuga, Tsukiarashi, and Hatsumukashi — are ceremonial grade, made from shade-grown, first-harvest leaves and slowly stone-milled. Each has a distinct character; see the collection overview to find your match.

Yes — 100% ground Japanese green tea. No sugar, no flavorings, no fillers, and no added color.

A standard 2 g serving carries roughly 60–70 mg of caffeine — less than a typical cup of coffee. Because matcha also contains L-theanine, most people experience a calmer, steadier lift. Read more in Matcha vs Coffee.

Sift 2 g (about two bamboo scoops) into a bowl, add 70 ml of water at around 80°C, and whisk briskly in a zigzag motion until a fine foam forms. Full steps are on our Ritual page.

The usual causes are water that is too hot, too much powder, or matcha past its best. Let boiled water cool to about 80°C and start from 2 g per 70 ml. Our guide Why is some matcha bitter? covers this in detail.

Absolutely. For lattes, whisk 3 g with 50 ml of water, then add 150–180 ml of milk. Bolder teas such as Tsukiarashi keep their character especially well in milk and desserts.

A bamboo whisk (chasen) and a small sieve will noticeably improve texture, but a tightly-sealed jar shake or a milk frother can work at the very beginning. Start simple; upgrade as the ritual grows on you.

Keep it sealed in its airtight, opaque tin, in a cool, dark, dry place, away from strong odors. Always use a dry spoon. See How to store matcha.

Unopened, it keeps well for 6–12 months from production. Once opened, enjoy it within 4–8 weeks for peak color and flavor. Details in How long does matcha stay fresh?

Unopened tins can be refrigerated for long-term storage. Once opened, a cool dark cupboard is usually safer — if you do refrigerate, let the tin reach room temperature before opening to avoid condensation.

Our teas are available on Amazon — each product page has a direct "Buy on Amazon" link. Checkout, payment, and delivery are all handled securely by Amazon.

Orders ship via Amazon's logistics network, with delivery speeds and costs shown at checkout. Prime benefits apply where eligible.

Returns and refunds follow Amazon's standard policies for grocery and gourmet items. You can manage any request directly from your Amazon order page. If something arrives damaged, contact us as well — we will make it right.

Yes — we welcome cafés, restaurants, and retailers. Reach out through our contact page with your location and estimated volume, and we will get back to you.