Enjoy our popular Ceremonial Stone-Ground Matcha, TAMAKAZURA.

This Ceremonial Grade Matcha is traditionally stone-ground using a traditional stone mill. Unlike modern grinding methods, traditional stone grinding is a slow process that carefully produces a fine, smooth matcha powder while preserving the delicate character of the tea.

The name TAMAKAZURA (玉鬘) comes from The Tale of Genji, one of Japan's most famous classical works. Tamakazura is a character in the story, and her name is often translated as “The Jeweled Chaplet” or “A Lovely Garland,” giving this matcha a connection to Japan's rich literary and cultural history.

Originally available at our physical store in Uji, TAMAKAZURA is now available online for customers to enjoy around the world. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or looking to repurchase the matcha you enjoyed during your time in Uji, enjoy this well-balanced Ceremonial Grade Matcha.

AUTHENTIC JAPANESE HOJICHA POWDER – Made from roasted Japanese green tea leaves, our hojicha powder offers a warm, nutty flavor with low bitterness. Unlike regular green tea, hojicha is roasted, not steamed—giving it a deep, toasty aroma and a smooth reddish-brown hue. Perfect for drinks, desserts, and more.

PREMIUM ORGANIC HOJICHA TEA – Crafted from 100% JAS-certified organic green tea leaves sourced from Uji, Kyoto. Our hojicha tea is produced in collaboration with local tea masters and comes from a heritage plantation with over 350 years of tea farming history.

TRADITIONALLY ROASTED, LOW CAFFEINE – Our hojicha is made from a blend of Sencha, Bancha, and Kukicha leaves, traditionally roasted to remove bitterness and reduce caffeine. This makes it an ideal choice for a calming drink—suitable for children, pregnant women, and those avoiding caffeine.

PERFECT FOR BAKING AND SWEETS – Specially formulated for heat stability, our hojicha powder baking blend retains its rich roasted aroma even when used in cakes, cookies, puddings, and other desserts. A versatile pantry staple for home cooks and professionals alike.

CREAMY, DELICIOUS HOJICHA LATTES – Make your own café-style hojicha latte at home. Mix with hot or cold milk to create a creamy, nutty, and aromatic latte. A great alternative for those who find matcha too grassy—hojicha powder is mellow, smooth, and deeply satisfying.

From Father's Day and summer entertaining to back-to-school season, discover premium authentic Japanese teas from Yamasan Kyoto Uji. Whether you're looking for a unique summer gift for him, a refined tea experience for yourself, or a healthy everyday drink to share with family and friends—every cup brings the serene flavors of Kyoto Uji to your table.

Crafted in Japan with Ceremonial Grade Uji matcha, Japan's top tea brand, blended with oat milk and raw sugar. 100% plant-based, dairy-free, perfect for vegans and the lactose-intolerant. Experience cafe-style matcha latte at home with a refreshing matcha flavor and a velvety texture. Enjoy a rich aroma, balancing matcha's subtle bitterness and refined sweetness. Simply mix 15g (1 tbsp) with 140ml of hot water for a delightful matcha latte. Personalize it with oat milk to your taste. Our Uji matcha features the "Okumidori" variety, a Ceremonial Grade matcha cherished for its vivid green hue and harmonious blend of umami, astringency, and aroma. It complements the gentle sweetness of oat milk. Even if you're not a fan of matcha's bitterness, this latte offers a pleasing sweetness. It's gluten-free and free from artificial additives, suitable for the whole family.

Elevate your Japanese tea ritual with this handcrafted 100-prong Bamboo Matcha Tea Whisk, also known as a chasen. Carefully made from a single piece of natural bamboo, this traditional tool is essential for preparing authentic matcha with the perfect consistency and flavor.

The 100 prongs are meticulously carved to create a fine, flexible structure that efficiently aerates and blends the matcha powder into a smooth, frothy tea. The increased number of prongs provides superior whisking power, helping you achieve that desirable, silky foam on top of your tea with minimal effort. Whether you're making usucha (thin matcha) or koicha (thicker matcha), this whisk offers the versatility and control needed for both.

Each whisk is crafted from natural bamboo to honour the tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony. The natural bamboo not only adds aesthetic beauty but also provides gentle, non-metallic contact with your tea bowl, helping to preserve the delicate flavour of high-quality matcha.

Perfect for tea ceremony practitioners and matcha enthusiasts alike, this bamboo whisk is an essential addition to your tea toolkit. It pairs beautifully with a matcha bowl (chawan) and matcha scoop (chashaku) for a complete preparation set.

Care instructions are simple: rinse gently with warm water after each use, avoid soap, and allow it to air-dry on a whisk holder (kusenaoshi) to maintain its shape.

Bring a touch of Japanese tradition to your daily routine and enjoy matcha the way it was meant to be—fresh, smooth, and beautifully frothy.

Please note: We are currently working with multiple trusted manufacturers, so the whisk and packaging you receive may vary slightly in appearance from the one pictured. However, all our whisks have been crafted with the same attention to detail and quality using natural bamboo.