Blend of Two Tea Varieties
The tea varieties are a blend of two popular varieties, Okumidori and Yabukita. The blend of these two varieties produces a richly flavored matcha.
Uji Matcha USUGUMO
Great Value Matcha
Culinary grade, made from tea leaves harvested from late July to early August, is a reasonable matcha ideal for everyday use.
For Matcha Sweets and Dishes
Culinary Grade Matcha Usugumo adds the flavor and color of matcha to sweets such as cookies and pancakes, and to dishes such as pasta.
Health Benefits of Matcha
Green tea is rich in nutrients. Since matcha is a powder, you can receive the nutrients directly without having to extract it with water.
Matcha Usugumo — Culinary Grade
Balanced flavor and vibrant color, crafted for everyday sweets, bakes, and savory dishes.
Matcha Cookies
A slightly bitter tasting matcha cookie. You can also sprinkle sugar on it to taste.
Matcha Chiffon Cake
Light, airy crumb with a graceful matcha aroma—perfect for teatime.
Matcha Scones
Golden outside, tender inside—delicious with clotted cream or honey.
Matcha Mousse
Silky, gently sweet, and intensely green—an elegant dessert finish.
Everyday Inspiration
Pancakes, lattes, tiramisu—matcha brightens color and flavor.
Matcha Grade Comparison Chart
Choose the right matcha for your use case—ceremonial for pure sipping, premium for lattes, and culinary for creative cooking.
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Culinary Grade (Usugumo)
Ideal for baking, sweets, and savory dishes where color and aroma matter.
Ideal for baking, sweets, and savory dishes where color and aroma matter.
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Premium / Latte Grade
Balanced taste designed to shine through milk and sweeteners.
Balanced taste designed to shine through milk and sweeteners.
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Ceremonial Grade
Delicate, umami-rich, best enjoyed whisked with hot water.
Delicate, umami-rich, best enjoyed whisked with hot water.
© Yamasan Kyoto Uji — Crafted in Uji, Kyoto, Japan.
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Blend of Two Tea Varieties
The tea varieties are a blend of two popular varieties, Okumidori and Yabukita. The blend of these two varieties produces a richly flavored matcha.
Great Value Matcha
Culinary grade, made from tea leaves harvested from late July to early August, is a reasonable matcha ideal for everyday use.
For Matcha Sweets and Dishes
Culinary Grade Matcha Usugumo adds the flavor and color of matcha to sweets such as cookies and pancakes, and to dishes such as pasta.
Health Benefits of Matcha
Green tea is rich in nutrients. Since matcha is a powder, you can receive the nutrients directly without having to extract it with water.
Matcha Usugumo — Culinary Grade
Balanced flavor and vibrant color, crafted for everyday sweets, bakes, and savory dishes.
Matcha Cookies
A slightly bitter tasting matcha cookie. You can also sprinkle sugar on it to taste.
Matcha Chiffon Cake
Light, airy crumb with a graceful matcha aroma—perfect for teatime.
Matcha Scones
Golden outside, tender inside—delicious with clotted cream or honey.
Matcha Mousse
Silky, gently sweet, and intensely green—an elegant dessert finish.
Everyday Inspiration
Pancakes, lattes, tiramisu—matcha brightens color and flavor.
Matcha Grade Comparison Chart
Choose the right matcha for your use case—ceremonial for pure sipping, premium for lattes, and culinary for creative cooking.
✓
Culinary Grade (Usugumo)
Ideal for baking, sweets, and savory dishes where color and aroma matter.
Ideal for baking, sweets, and savory dishes where color and aroma matter.
✓
Premium / Latte Grade
Balanced taste designed to shine through milk and sweeteners.
Balanced taste designed to shine through milk and sweeteners.
✓
Ceremonial Grade
Delicate, umami-rich, best enjoyed whisked with hot water.
Delicate, umami-rich, best enjoyed whisked with hot water.
© Yamasan Kyoto Uji — Crafted in Uji, Kyoto, Japan.
