Yamamasa Koyamaen Matcha – Ceremonial Matcha from Uji, Japan
Yamamasa Koyamaen Matcha – Ceremonial Matcha from Uji, Japan
Shop Yamamasa Koyamaen matcha — one of Japan's most respected ceremonial tea producers, based in Uji, Kyoto. Choose from a full lineup spanning smooth usucha (thin tea) to rich koicha (thick tea), shipped directly from Japan.
OriginUji, Kyoto, Japan
StyleDeep umami, smooth texture
Best forUsucha to premium koicha
ShippingDirectly from Japan
Not sure which grade? Start here
New to Koyamaen
OGURAYAMA or SAMIDORI
Smooth, balanced usucha — our best sellers
Ready to go deeper
SHIKIBU-NO-MUKASHI
High-grade usucha with more complexity
For koicha & ceremony
TENNOHZAN / KAGURADEN
Premium thick tea for traditional use
Why choose Yamamasa Koyamaen?
Tea origin
Uji, Kyoto Ceremonial grade
Authentic Japanese ceremonial matcha from Uji — one of Japan's most respected producing regions, with over 600 years of tea history.
Flavor profile
Deep umami Smooth Trusted quality
Known for refined texture and a well-balanced taste used in traditional tea ceremony and daily preparation alike.
Grade range
Usucha Koicha Premium grades
From approachable entry-level matcha (Samidori, Matsukaze) to high-grade ceremonial selections (Kaguraden, Kasuga-no-Mukashi) — the full Koyamaen lineup in one place.
Recommended sizes
100g pouch Ideal for trying a new grade or for regular daily matcha drinkers
150g can Better value for frequent preparation — best if you already know your favorite grade
Full grade guide — Ogurayama, Samidori, Shikibu and more
Entry-level usucha MATSUKAZE / SAMIDORI
Balanced daily ceremony YOMO-NO-KAORI / OGURAYAMA
Higher-grade usucha SHIKIBU-NO-MUKASHI
Koicha & premium TENNOHZAN / KAGURADEN / KASUGA-NO-MUKASHI
Still unsure? Visit our guide → How to choose matcha