Umami-rich, bright, smooth.
Beyond Uji. From Kagoshima.
JAS Certified Organic. NOZOMI delivers a clean, smooth taste with a gentle umami and subtle sweetness, perfect for those afternoons when you want to pause and relax. Recommended for those who prefer a less grassy flavors and more silky smooth flavors.
Recommended for:
✔︎ Usucha
✔︎ Latte
✔︎ No-bake dessert
Our favorite way to drink NOZOMI? A creamy latte, no sugar.
Region: Kagoshima
Cultivar: Saemidori blend
Shading: Mixed
Harvest: First harvest
Milling: Stone-milled, avg. particle size ≈ 15 μm
Ingredient: 100% Japanese organic green tea
Net weight: 30g (1.05oz) / 100g (3.5oz)
*JAS (Japanese Agricultural Standards) is Japan’s official organic certification.
Grown in Kagoshima
Kagoshima, located at the southern tip of Kyushu, is Japan’s second-largest tea region and is a leader in organic tea production. Its subtropical climate, rich volcanic soil, and expansive flatland is an ideal conditions for growing high-quality tea. Kagoshima teas are especially known for their smooth, naturally sweet flavor profiles.
Not all premium matcha is suited for lattes. That’s why we label our matcha by purpose: koicha (thick tea), usucha (thin tea), latte, and culinary. Koicha-grade matcha has a rich umami flavor with low bitterness—perfect for traditional preparation but easily overpowered by milk. Latte-grade matcha, on the other hand, has a bolder taste with slight bitterness that balances well with milk or sweetener. Choosing the right grade will make a big difference in your matcha experience.
There is no "ceremonial" tea in the Japanese matcha grading system. However, in a traditional tea ceremony, the host will make usucha (thin tea) and koicha (thick tea) for their guests.
At chacha maimai, we follow the Japanese tea grading system and rank matcha based on elements such as:
- purpose: for koicha / usucha / latte and desserts / culinary
- harvesting method: hand-picked / machine harvested
- milling process: stone-milled / machine
The expiration date is marked on the back of each product. For optimal freshness, store matcha in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep it air-tight to prevent oxidation and consume as soon as possible.
We offer free economy shipping on orders over $75. Expedited shipping options are also available at an additional cost. Currently we deliver only to the U.S.
Please note that we do not accept returns. However, if your item arrives damaged, please contact us by email.
