{"product_id":"yame-matcha-saemidori-first-harvest-100g","title":"Japanese Ceremonial Matcha 100g (3.53 oz) – Yame Saemidori (Single-Cultivar, First Harvest) | MatchaJP","description":"\u003c!-- =============================\n MatchaJP | Yame Saemidori Matcha 100g\n Redesign — Premium editorial style\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n:root{\n  --green:#3B6D11;\n  --green-light:#EAF3DE;\n  --green-mid:#639922;\n  --green-dark:#27500A;\n  --ink:#1a1a18;\n  --ink2:#3a3a37;\n  --muted:#6b7260;\n  --border:#dde8d0;\n  --surface:#f8faf4;\n  --white:#ffffff;\n  --radius:14px;\n  --radius-sm:8px;\n}\n.mjr*{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0;}\n.mjr{\n  width:92%;\n  max-width:780px;\n  margin:36px auto 48px;\n  font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",Roboto,Arial,sans-serif;\n  color:var(--ink2);\n  font-size:15px;\n  line-height:1.75;\n}\n.mjr p{margin:0 0 16px;color:var(--ink2);}\n.mjr strong{color:var(--ink);font-weight:600;}\n.mjr 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.mjr-hero-reason:nth-child(3){border-bottom:1px solid var(--border);}\n  .mjr-hero-reason:nth-child(4){border-bottom:none;}\n  .mjr-trust{flex-direction:column;}\n  .mjr-trust-item{border-right:none;border-bottom:1px solid var(--border);}\n  .mjr-trust-item:last-child{border-bottom:none;}\n  .mjr-flavor-grid{grid-template-columns:repeat(5,1fr);gap:6px;}\n  .mjr-latte{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;}\n  .mjr-compare{grid-template-columns:1fr;}\n  .mjr{width:95%;}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-top\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-eyebrow\"\u003eMatchaJP Selection — Yame, Fukuoka\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYame Saemidori Matcha 100g — First Harvest, Single-Cultivar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-hero-lead\"\u003eA smooth, umami-rich matcha from Yame’s finest shaded gardens. Stone-milled from 100% Saemidori first-harvest leaves — ideal for lattes, usucha, and daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003e100% Saemidori\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003eFirst harvest\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003eYame, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003eStone-milled\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003ePremium latte\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-tag\"\u003eUsucha quality\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-title\"\u003eSmooth umami, very low bitterness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-body\"\u003eClean and balanced — works beautifully in lattes and traditional usucha alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-title\"\u003e100g value size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-body\"\u003eBetter value per gram than smaller tins. Ideal for regular matcha drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-title\"\u003eSingle-cultivar Saemidori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-body\"\u003eNaturally sweet, vivid green, refined — the hallmark of Yame quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-hero-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-title\"\u003eStable supply, curated by MatchaJP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-reason-body\"\u003eChosen for taste, quality, and reliable year-round availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- TRUST BAR --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e FDA-registered facility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M21 16v-2l-8-5V3.5A1.5 1.5 0 0 0 11.5 2 1.5 1.5 0 0 0 10 3.5V9l-8 5v2l8-2.5V19l-2 1.5V22l3.5-1 3.5 1v-1.5L13 19v-5.5l8 2.5z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Ships from Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003crect rx=\"2\" height=\"13\" width=\"15\" y=\"3\" x=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M16 8h4l3 3v5h-7V8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle r=\"2.5\" cy=\"18.5\" cx=\"5.5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle r=\"2.5\" cy=\"18.5\" cx=\"18.5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Duties included (US)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M21 10c0 7-9 13-9 13S3 17 3 10a9 9 0 0118 0z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle r=\"3\" cy=\"10\" cx=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Yame, Fukuoka, Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PRODUCT IMAGE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"eager\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\" alt=\"Yame Saemidori matcha powder — vivid green, stone-milled\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/saemidori_powder_webp_2.webp?v=1779673790\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHY WE RECOMMEND --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we recommend this matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt MatchaJP, we regularly taste and compare Japanese matcha from different producers and regions. This Yame Saemidori stood out for its smooth umami, gentle sweetness, vivid green color, and very low bitterness — the characteristics that define excellent Yame matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe selected it as the first release in our MatchaJP Selection series: a curated line focused on consistent quality, stable supply, and genuine value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-callout\"\u003eIf you are new to Yame matcha or unsure which to choose, Saemidori is our top recommendation — smooth, balanced, and dependable for everyday lattes and usucha.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FLAVOR PROFILE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth and rounded with strong umami, gentle nuttiness, and very low bitterness. Performs beautifully with milk, while retaining enough depth for traditional usucha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-bar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 100%;\" class=\"mjr-flavor-bar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-label\"\u003eUmami\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-score\"\u003e5\/5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-bar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 80%;\" class=\"mjr-flavor-bar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-label\"\u003eSweetness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-score\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-bar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20%; opacity: .4;\" class=\"mjr-flavor-bar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-label\"\u003eBitterness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-score\"\u003e1\/5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-bar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 100%;\" class=\"mjr-flavor-bar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-label\"\u003eLatte\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-score\"\u003e5\/5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-bar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 80%;\" class=\"mjr-flavor-bar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-label\"\u003eUsucha\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-flavor-score\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-tasting\"\u003e“Fresh green aroma, smooth nutty umami, gentle sweetness, very low bitterness, and a clean lingering finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- LATTE CALCULATOR --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy 100g is a smart choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for regular matcha drinkers. Better value per gram than smaller tins, and easy to keep a consistent daily routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-latte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-latte-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-num\"\u003e50\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-unit\"\u003elighter lattes\u003cbr\u003e2g each\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-latte-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-num\"\u003e33\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-unit\"\u003estandard lattes\u003cbr\u003e3g each\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-latte-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-num\"\u003e25\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-unit\"\u003estrong lattes\u003cbr\u003e4g each\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-latte-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-num\"\u003e20\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-latte-unit\"\u003eextra strong\u003cbr\u003e5g each\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 16px;\" class=\"mjr-freshness\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshness tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e After opening, keep tightly sealed and away from humidity and light — refrigerate if possible. If you drink matcha occasionally, a smaller 30g tin may be easier to finish while fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- LATTE IMAGE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for matcha lattes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 14px;\" height=\"700\" width=\"700\" alt=\"Café-style matcha latte made with Yame Saemidori\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/saemidori_matcha_shopify_700.webp?v=1779253708\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 14px;\"\u003eLow bitterness and rich umami make this matcha ideal for creamy, café-style lattes. It keeps a vivid green color and smooth flavor even when mixed with milk — hot or iced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHY SAEMIDORI --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Saemidori?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" alt=\"Saemidori tea leaves, Yame, Japan\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/saemidori_chaba_001.jpg?v=1772596080\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaemidori is prized for its vivid green color, gentle sweetness, and elegant mouthfeel. Developed by crossing Yabukita — Japan’s most widely grown tea variety — with Asatsuyu, known for natural sweetness and rich umami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a single-cultivar matcha, Saemidori delivers a clean, consistent flavor profile that performs beautifully on its own and in milk-based drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FIRST HARVEST --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst harvest quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" alt=\"First harvest tea leaves picked in spring\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/5._Harvest.jpg?v=1768812245\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst harvest (ichibancha) leaves are picked in spring, when the plants are young and rich in amino acids. This produces smoother, brighter, more refined matcha — with deeper umami and less bitterness than later harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- YAME ORIGIN --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrafted in Yame, Fukuoka, Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" alt=\"Yame tea fields, Fukuoka Prefecture\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/1-_Yame_Central_Tea_Field.jpg?v=1768812059\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame is one of Japan’s most respected tea-growing regions, celebrated for centuries of shaded cultivation. Cool mountain air, fertile soil, and precise shading produce matcha with depth, balance, and calm elegance that premium drinkers around the world seek out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPEC TABLE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mjr-spec\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYame, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Saemidori\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst harvest (ichibancha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCultivation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyokuro-style shaded cultivation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStone-milled (ishiusu)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g (3.53 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatcha lattes, usucha, daily use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFDA-registered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFukuoka, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurated by\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatchaJP Selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- COMPARE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaemidori vs Kirari — which should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are single-cultivar Yame matcha from the same producer. Saemidori is smoother and more balanced; Kirari 31 offers deeper intensity and a richer green expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-card active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-head\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSaemidori — Smooth \u0026amp; balanced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-compare-sub\"\u003eDaily favourite · low bitterness\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-body\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"600\" width=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Saemidori 100g\" src=\"https:\/\/www.matchajp.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/yame_saemidori_pack_test.jpg\" class=\"mjr-compare-img\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mjr-compare-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery low bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth sweetness and umami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for daily lattes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant as usucha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-now\"\u003e✓ Currently viewing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-head\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKirari 31 — Deeper \u0026amp; expressive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mjr-compare-sub\"\u003eBold character · vivid green\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-compare-body\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"600\" width=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirari 100g\" src=\"https:\/\/www.matchajp.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/kirari_top_s1.webp\" class=\"mjr-compare-img\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mjr-compare-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeeper umami character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRicher, more vivid green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong expression with milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for lattes and sweets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-kr\/products\/yame-matcha-kirari-100g\" class=\"mjr-compare-cta\"\u003eExplore Kirari 100g →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHAT IS MATCHAJP SELECTION --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is MatchaJP Selection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatchaJP Selection is a curated series of Japanese matcha chosen by the MatchaJP team. As global demand continues to rise, many popular matcha brands face frequent shortages and unstable supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe created MatchaJP Selection to offer high-quality Japanese matcha that customers around the world can enjoy with confidence — focusing on taste, quality, price balance, producer reliability, and availability. Yame Saemidori is the first release in the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- RECOMMENDED FOR --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mjr-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome baristas making premium matcha lattes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers who want smooth, low-bitterness Yame matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily matcha drinkers who prefer a larger 100g value size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of umami-rich matcha with gentle sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a reliable, consistently available premium matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- RECIPE LINK --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatcha recipes \u0026amp; how to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom classic matcha lattes to refreshing iced drinks, we have put together a simple recipe guide using MatchaJP matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-kr\/pages\/recipe-guide-matchajp\" class=\"mjr-recipe-link\"\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"mjr-recipe-icon\"\u003e☕\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mjr-recipe-text\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eView Matcha Latte \u0026amp; Recipe Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eEasy recipes for home \u0026amp; café-style drinks\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mjr-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eIs this matcha suitable for lattes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Its smooth texture, vivid color, and very low bitterness make it especially well suited for premium matcha lattes — both hot and iced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eIs it also suitable for usucha?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eYes. While it shines in lattes, it also offers satisfying quality for traditional usucha thanks to its clean umami and refined balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eHow does it compare to popular Yame matcha brands?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eSaemidori shares the smooth, umami-forward character that Yame matcha is celebrated for. Customers who enjoy brands like HOSHINOEN often find Saemidori similarly satisfying, though each matcha has its own personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eWho is the 100g size best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eRegular matcha drinkers, especially those making matcha lattes several times a week. The 100g size offers better value per gram and keeps your routine uninterrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eHow should I store matcha?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eKeep cool and dry. Refrigerate after opening if possible. Avoid light, heat, humidity, and moisture. Reseal tightly after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eWhy does matcha sometimes become clumpy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eHigh-quality matcha is stone-milled into an extremely fine powder. Fine particles are easily affected by static electricity and humidity. This is natural and does not indicate poor quality. We strongly recommend sifting before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mjr-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-q\"\u003eHow can I make a smoother cup?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-faq-a\"\u003eSift your matcha before adding water or milk. This removes any clumps and helps create a smoother, creamier texture every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mjr-note\"\u003eNote: Matcha color and flavor may vary slightly by season and production lot. This is a natural characteristic of stone-milled tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MatchaJP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46105550225561,"sku":"yame_saemidori_100","price":96000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/9681\/5931\/files\/yame_saemidori_pack_test.jpg?v=1769576281","url":"https:\/\/www.matchajp.net\/en-kr\/products\/yame-matcha-saemidori-first-harvest-100g","provider":"MatchaJP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}