Marukyu Koyamaen - Isuzu

🍃 Matcha Isuzu (五十鈴)

• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
  
• Producer: Marukyu Koyamaen (Est. 1688)
  
• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

🌿 Tasting Profile

• Color: Fresh, deep green
• Aroma: Bright floral with subtle marine notes
• Flavor: Crisp umami with gentle astringency and soft sweetness
• Texture: Silky, light, with delicate froth
• Character: Clean, invigorating – especially when whisked as usucha at lower temperatures

🌸 Inspiration

Isuzu takes its name from the Isuzu River (五十鈴川), a sacred stream that flows beside Ise Grand Shrine. Also called Mimosusogawa, its waters have long been associated with purification — both body and spirit — before approaching the great shrine.
This name, bestowed by the shrine’s High Priest, expresses the wish that each bowl of matcha offers a moment of clarity, serenity, and renewal — just like the refreshing breeze beside a sacred river.

☕ Enjoy it

Brighten your morning rituals, enjoy in lattes, or serve chilled as a refreshing treat.

🏯 About Marukyu Koyamaen

With over 300 years of heritage, Marukyu Koyamaen is one of Japan’s most revered matcha producers. Based in Uji, Kyoto, the company blends tradition and precision to deliver teas cherished by temples, tea schools, and connoisseurs worldwide. Their teas reflect the soul of Uji — crafted for those who seek purity, elegance, and authenticity in every cup.