Supervised by Mr. Haruhide Morita, a tea master with three championships at the National Tea Examination Technical Competition and three Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Awards. This organic matcha is packed with dedication and skill. Enjoy the authentic taste and aroma of matcha, recognized for its deliciousness and drinkability by tea masters.
The tea leaves are sourced from Kagoshima Prefecture, a renowned matcha production area, alongside Uji. Under thorough quality control, color inspections, sensory evaluations, microbial tests, pesticide residue tests, and radiation tests are conducted during cultivation and harvesting. Only those with verified production history and certified organic JAS are selected. Only meticulously chosen tea leaves are used as raw materials.
These carefully selected tea leaves are processed at a long-established factory in Kyoto with over 40 years of history, utilizing artisan skills and processing techniques to pursue the original flavor and quality of matcha. The factory has obtained various certifications, including organic JAS certification. Attention to food safety, security, and quality is maintained not only for the tea leaves but also during processing.
At the manufacturing facility, freshly picked tea leaves are stored in a special refrigerator to maintain their freshness and roasted using far-infrared roasting machines to recreate traditional aromas. Additionally, a unique grinding machine is used to preserve the vibrant color of the matcha. This fine powder processing allows for the complete intake of matcha's natural components, including catechins, dietary fiber, chlorophyll, vitamin C, and vitamin K. Matcha also contains beneficial components for women, such as vitamin A, vitamin E, potassium, saponins, caffeine, and tannins.
It is delicious on its own, but can also be enjoyed as matcha latte or matcha milk when combined with milk. As a powder, it is recommended for use in matcha-flavored confections, coloring, and toppings.