| Best For |
Daily lattes, iced matcha & versatile use |
Traditional preparation (usucha) & slow rituals |
| Taste Profile |
Smooth, balanced, gentle umami |
Deeper umami, fuller body & refined finish |
| Cultivar |
Single cultivar (Saemidori) |
Single cultivar (Okumidori) |
| Harvest |
2026 First Harvest (May) |
2026 First Harvest (May) |
| Organic |
Conventional |
Certified Organic |
| Milling |
Bead-milled in Kagoshima |
Stone-milled (Ishi Usu) in Shizuoka |
| Body |
Light to medium |
Medium to full |
| With Milk |
Excellent |
Best enjoyed straight (can pair lightly) |
| Positioning |
Smooth, everyday ritual |
Elevated ceremonial experience |
