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Aerial view of straight rows of tea bushes with a harvesting machine

SINGLE-ORIGIN JAPAN

Five origins

Every RIKYU matcha is single origin, and each origin has its own climate, craft and taste.

Terraced tea fields in the Uji hills at sunrise

01 · The birthplace of matcha

Uji, Kyoto

Uji, Kyoto

800 years of tradition, hand-picking and stone-grinding. Deep umami and an emerald color, the gold standard for tea ceremony.

Best for

Ceremonial service, straight tea, premium menus

From Uji

A harvesting machine in flat rows of tea bushes under a wide Kagoshima sky

02 · Innovation & scale

Kagoshima

Kagoshima

Modern farms built for machines and efficiency. Bright green color, clean taste and a steady supply at a great price.

Best for

Lattes, high-volume cafés, custom label

From Kagoshima

Tea fields in Shizuoka with Mount Fuji behind

03 · The heart of tea

Shizuoka

Shizuoka

Japan’s biggest tea-growing region, from misty mountains to sunny plains. Known for perfect balance: not too strong, not too light.

Best for

Lattes, sweets, all-round café menus

From Shizuoka

Aerial view of tea fields and ponds in the Yame mountains

04 · The depth of Yame

Yame, Fukuoka

Yame, Fukuoka

Misty mountains and Gyokuro shading skills. Deep umami, mellow sweetness and a very smooth finish.

Best for

Signature drinks, umami-forward menus

From Yame

Shaded tencha fields under black netting in Nishio

05 · Dedicated craftsmanship

Nishio, Aichi

Nishio, Aichi

Growing tea since 1271, with Uji techniques since the 1800s. Makes 20% of Japan’s tencha. Deep green, elegant and smooth.

Best for

Global brands needing Uji-style quality at scale

From Nishio

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