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Ogurayama Matcha – Yamamasa Koyamaen Best Seller from Uji, Japan

Ogurayama is the flagship and best-selling ceremonial matcha from Yamamasa Koyamaen, one of Japan's most respected tea producers in Uji, Kyoto. Known for its deep umami, smooth texture, and balanced flavor — ideal for everyday usucha (thin tea) and tea ceremony use.

OriginUji, Kyoto, Japan
StyleDeep umami, smooth
GradeCeremonial · Usucha
ShippingDirect from Japan
Ogurayama Matcha by Yamamasa Koyamaen – ceremonial grade from Uji, Japan
Uji, Kyoto Ceremonial grade Best seller Usucha · Tea ceremony

Ogurayama is Yamamasa Koyamaen's most popular ceremonial matcha — a grade trusted by tea practitioners in Japan for its well-rounded character. The flavor is full yet balanced: rich umami with a smooth, lingering finish and minimal bitterness. It whisks easily and consistently, making it equally suited to daily home preparation and formal tea ceremony use.

Producer Yamamasa Koyamaen (山政小山園)
Region Uji, Kyoto, Japan
Grade Ceremonial – Usucha (thin tea)
Flavor Deep umami, smooth, low bitterness
Best for Daily tea ceremony, traditional usucha

Choose your size

100g pack Most popular. Roughly 50 servings of usucha — ideal for regular home use and easy to finish while fresh.
150g can Best value for frequent use. Resealable can keeps freshness longer — best if you already know Ogurayama is your grade.

How does Ogurayama compare?

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SAMIDORI
Beginner-friendly entry grade. Smooth and approachable with low bitterness — great first step into Koyamaen matcha.
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YOMO-NO-KAORI
Intermediate grade with a more developed aroma and fuller body than Samidori.
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OGURAYAMA ✓
The best-selling balance point — full umami, smooth texture, ideal for daily tea ceremony use.
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SHIKIBU-NO-MUKASHI
Higher-grade usucha with more complexity and depth. For those who want to go further.

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About Ogurayama Matcha

Product info

Ogurayama (小倉山) is the flagship ceremonial matcha from Yamamasa Koyamaen, a tea producer based in Uji, Kyoto with a long-established reputation in Japan's ceremonial tea world. Among the full Koyamaen lineup — which spans entry-level Matsukaze and Samidori through premium koicha grades — Ogurayama sits as the balanced center: approachable enough for daily use, refined enough for formal tea ceremony.

The characteristic profile of Ogurayama matcha is deep umami with a smooth, full-bodied texture and minimal astringency. It is shade-grown in Uji using traditional cultivation methods, then stone-ground to a fine powder. Available in 100g packs and 150g cans — all shipped directly from Japan.

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Frequently asked questions

What makes Ogurayama different from other Koyamaen grades? +
Ogurayama is positioned as Yamamasa Koyamaen's best-selling balance point — richer and more complex than entry-level grades like Samidori or Yomo-no-Kaori, but more approachable than the premium koicha grades (Tennouzan, Kaguraden). It is the grade most often recommended for regular tea ceremony use.
Is Ogurayama matcha good for beginners? +
Yes, though if you are completely new to ceremonial matcha, you may want to start with Samidori or Yomo-no-Kaori first. Ogurayama is an ideal next step — or a strong first choice if you already enjoy deep-flavored, umami-rich matcha.
Can I use Ogurayama for matcha lattes? +
Ogurayama is primarily a ceremonial-grade usucha matcha optimized for traditional preparation. It can be used for lattes, but its nuanced flavor is best appreciated in traditional usucha. For lattes, a more cost-effective option like Matsukaze may be a better fit.
Where can I buy Ogurayama matcha by Yamamasa Koyamaen? +
MatchaJP ships Ogurayama matcha directly from Japan to over 80 countries. Available in 100g packs and 150g cans — all listed on this page.

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