Matcha Oju (20g)

€29,00

Matcha Blend by Marukyu Koyamaen for Koicha and Usucha, recommended for tea ceremonies and especially suitable stronger ratios. This is the high-end quality Matcha of our Marukyu-Koyamaen line-up.

Oju is a vibrant and lucious Matcha. It distinguishes itself by a creamy buttery texture and smooth sweet finish even as Koicha.

For a thick micro-foam we recommend a ratio of 1:20 (or 1:25) at 80°C. 

All our Matcha is freshly milled by order and is stored at 2°C once it arrives in Germany. 

Marukyu Koyamaen

Marukyu Koyamaen is one of the most esteemed and historic tea producers in Uji, Kyoto—Japan’s heartland of high-quality matcha. All our Matcha blends by Marukyu Koyamaen (Soju, Meiju, Oju) are specifically blended for the European Union and hence are especially low in pesticide residues.

Uji

(Kyoto, Japan )

Uji Matcha

​Uji, located near Kyoto, is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of matcha (powdered green tea) production, deeply intertwined with Japanese culture and the tea ceremony. Tea cultivation in Uji began in the early 13th century during the Kamakura period, flourishing due to the region's favorable climate and topography. ​
The Guardian

In the 16th century, Uji farmers developed the "Ōishita Saibai" shading technique, covering tea plants to enhance chlorophyll and amino acid content, resulting in the vibrant green color and rich umami flavor characteristic of high-quality matcha. ​

Uji matcha gained prominence through its association with the Japanese tea ceremony, particularly under the influence of tea master Sen no Rikyū, who emphasized simplicity and natural beauty. The region's dedication to traditional cultivation and processing methods has solidified its reputation as a premier matcha producer, with Uji matcha being highly esteemed both domestically and internationally. ​