MDM Matcha Powder Ise-cha Mie Prefecture - Japanese Import

Product Description

This matcha powder is produced by a traditional Japanese tea house founded in 1958, located in Mie Prefecture. It uses exclusively Ise-cha, a tea leaf recognized as one of Japan's three great tea brands. The matcha is made using the rare Okumidori variety, known for being difficult to cultivate and prized for its rich flavor, strong umami taste, and vivid green color.

This is the same matcha by more than 100 cafés and restaurants across Japan, now made available for home use. It is well suited for confectionery and baking (製菓用), as well as for preparing matcha-based beverages. The producer limits pesticide use and conducts residue testing, with no pesticide residue detected in this batch. The same raw matcha is also exported internationally, including to Australia and Indonesia.

This product is a 100% authentic physical import directly from Japan. Order from Japanzon.com to benefit from premium international protective packaging and worldwide tracked shipping, ensuring your premium Japanese matcha arrives safely wherever you are.

FAQ

Q: Is this matcha a genuine direct import from Japan?

R: Yes, it is a direct import from Japan, produced by a traditional Japanese tea house using Ise-cha leaves.

Q: What does this matcha taste like?

R: Thanks to the rare Okumidori variety, this matcha offers a rich flavor, strong umami, and a vivid green color, more intense than standard matcha powders.

Q: Is this matcha suitable for baking?

R: Yes, it is specifically produced for confectionery and baking use (製菓用) and is by professionals in over 100 establishments in Japan.

Q: Does it contain pesticides?

R: The producer limits pesticide use and conducts residue testing; no pesticide residue was detected in this product.

Q: What is the shelf life?

R: The best-before date is set at 1 year from the manufacturing date; the product is shipped with at least 6 months of shelf life remaining.

Q: Where does this matcha come from?

R: It comes from Mie Prefecture, Japan, produced by a tea house founded in 1958.