Matcha

Discover our exceptional ceremonial matcha selection, with the distinctive sweet and flavorful taste of Kyushu-grown leaves. Freshly picked, freshly ground every 2 weeks, freshly packed: from the leaves to your bowl - nothing fresher than IKKYU matcha!

Matcha (抹茶) is a delicious powdered green tea made from shaded leaves that has a higher concentration of L-theanine amino acid, antioxidants, and other nutrients. It has been drunk for centuries in Japan and is an essential part of a Japanese tea ceremony.

Its unique characteristics make it a prized beverage in Japan. Unlike other kinds of Japanese green tea, matcha is made of finely ground tea leaves that dissolve in hot water. Once whisked, the powder becomes suspended in the water and develops a frothy foam. After the tea leaves used to make matcha, known as tencha (碾茶), are shaded, they are typically hand-picked, and the stems and veins of the leaves are removed before being stone-ground or milled into a fine powder.

The careful stone grinding gives matcha a fine, silky mouthfeel when whisked. Ceremonial matcha should be smooth and naturally sweet, with balanced astringency and bitterness. Drinking matcha is said to have many positive health benefits, which you can read more about in our free Matcha Health Guide.

To prepare matcha, you want to make sure that you have the right tools and accessories. To learn more about how to prepare matcha, watch the video below with Tea Instructor Yuka san.
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    MIYUKI

    Competition Matcha

    ORGANIC: Yes   WEIGHT: 40g

    A premium and exceptional ceremonial-grade organic matcha. A must-have for all matcha lovers. Perfectly balanced, low-key astringency and packed with umami, this first-flush matcha is a pure delight.
    MATSUKO

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: Yes   WEIGHT: 40g

    Ceremonial grade organic matcha with a creamy mouthfeel with notes of artichoke, moss, and fresh cut grass, with hints of toasted hazelnut.
    MIZUHO

    Premium Sencha & Matcha Blend

    ORGANIC: Yes   WEIGHT: 50g

    A refreshing blend of premium organic sencha (first harvest) and organic matcha. With its vibrant color, it’s what you need for summer.
    ITARU

    Competition Matcha

    ORGANIC: No   WEIGHT: 20g

    A rare and exceptional competition-grade matcha, extra sweet and fragrant, umami rich and with high levels of caffeines and theanine.
    AYAKO

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: No   WEIGHT: 40g

    An aromatic, premium ceremonial matcha. Perfectly balanced, its intense umami gives it an unforgettable full-bodied and creamy flavor.
    TSUYOSHI

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: No   WEIGHT: 20g

    An outstanding premium matcha, packed with caffeine and theanine for maximum focus and energy. Sweet and fragrant with a touch of bitterness.
    AYAME

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: No   WEIGHT: 40g

    An aromatic, premium ceremonial matcha. Perfectly balanced, its intense umami gives it an unforgettable full-bodied and creamy flavor.
    Luxury Matcha Set

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: Yes   WEIGHT: 40g

    A beautiful and luxurious matcha set combining all the accessories you need to whisk a healthy and delicious bowl of matcha, with a delicate silky washi paper inside. The perfect gift for all matcha lovers, 100% made in Japan!
    ICHIKO

    Premium Matcha

    ORGANIC: No   WEIGHT: 40g

    A fragrant, premium ceremonial-grade matcha from Sonogi. Enjoy this silky, smooth matcha with hints of roasted almonds, flower notes, and robust umami. Its light astringency accentuates its sweet flavor.

    How to prepare Matcha

    Tea instructor Yuka san and IKKYU team member Jana prepare together a bowl of delicious premium matcha from Yame. They share with you tips and key points to whisk the perfect sweet and healthy matcha.

    You will also learn the name of the different utensils and how to properly use and take care of them. Storing your Matcha is also a key point covered in this full feature video. Have a look and enjoy this moment with a tea instructor directly from Japan translated for you !