Marukyu Koyamaen - Wako

🍃 Matcha Wako (和光)

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

🌿 Tasting Profile

• Color: Lively and elegant green
• Aroma: Fresh, clean, and uplifting
• Flavor: Rich and full-bodied with minimal astringency, rounded umami, and a pleasant sweetness that lingers
• Texture: Exceptionally smooth with a refined finish
• Character: Among Marukyu Koyamaen’s highest-grade matcha for usucha (thin tea), Wako also holds its own when prepared as koicha (thick tea). It delivers a luxurious experience with both Japanese and Western confections.

🌸 Inspiration

Wako (和光) — “Peaceful Light” — takes its name from the Taoist phrase “Wa-kō dō-jin” (和光同塵), meaning “to soften one’s brilliance and live in harmony with the world.” The name was bestowed by the then-head abbot of Yakushiji Temple, reflecting ideals of quiet wisdom, humility, and inner harmony — much like the tea itself.

☕ Enjoy it

A celebrated favorite for refined tea gatherings and contemplative moments, Wako offers both depth and delicacy — ideal for pairing with seasonal wagashi or elegant pâtisserie.

🏯 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.