Yamamasa Koyamaen Tsubonishiki

Yamamasa Koyamaen is a long-established tea producer founded in 1861 (Bunkyu 1) in Uji, Kyoto — with family roots in tea cultivation stretching back to the early Edo era. Still operating their own tea fields in Uji today, they are one of the few remaining producers involved in every step from cultivation to blending. Their philosophy: “Taste First.” Every blend is evaluated and crafted entirely by human senses, not machinery — and their matcha is trusted by over 1,000 tea shops across Japan.

Tsubonishiki is a ceremonial usucha matcha from Yamamasa Koyamaen — nutty and creamy, with a pleasantly layered character that reflects their artisanal blending approach.

Aroma: Light roasted nutty note with a hint of smooth creaminess

Taste: Medium-profile umami, slightly astringent, nutty, creamy

🍵 Recommended for: Usucha (thin tea), matcha latte

✨ Best for: Those who enjoy a nutty, creamy ceremonial matcha with subtle complexity

📦 Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan