Yamamasa Koyamaen - Matsukaze

🍃 Matcha Matsukaze (松風)

• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
  
• Producer: Yamamasa Koyamaen (Est. Early Edo Period)
  
• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

🌿 Tasting Profile

• Color: Fresh, appealing green—classic for usucha
• Aroma: Light vegetal notes with gentle creaminess
• Flavor: Smooth and balanced—slightly bold vegetal character with a mild astringent edge, complemented by a creamy finish
• Texture: Silky and lively, ideal for both ceremonial bowls and everyday cups
• Character: An excellent entry-level ceremonial matcha—robust yet approachable, perfectly suited for usucha, lattes, baking, and culinary uses

🌸 Inspiration

The name Matsukaze—literally “pine wind”—recalls the subtle whisper of nature evoked during tea ceremonies. This matcha mirrors that calm breeze: refreshing yet softly persistent, bringing an authentic Uji experience of tradition and renewal.

☕ Enjoy it

A versatile and dependable choice, Matsukaze is perfect for:

• Traditional usucha rituals
• Daily matcha lattes
• Culinary and baking applications where clear matcha flavor is desired without overpowering

🏯 About Yamamasa Koyamaen

Since the early Edo period, Yamamasa Koyamaen has perfected matcha cultivation in Uji–Okura, earning 18 tea names from grand masters and multiple national awards. Every step — from cultivar selection to stone‑grinding — is done in‑house to uphold purity and character. The result: matcha that embodies Uji’s essence — a legacy of patience, precision, and spiritual depth in every bowl.