UJI HIKARI 宇治光

$95.00

Ujihikari Matcha is crafted from shade-grown tencha leaves in the misty hills of Uji, Kyoto—the birthplace of matcha. This is a premium 100% unblended Uji Hikari cultivar, this matcha offers a rich, vibrant flavor profile, balancing deep umami with a gentle sweetness.

Stone-milled to a fine powder, Ujihikari Matcha delivers a silky texture and smooth finish. It’s the perfect choice for ceremonial use or as an indulgent daily ritual, embodying the sophistication of Uji teas. A true masterpiece in every cup.

Farmer Notes:
Ujihikari is a prized cultivar from Uji, known for its wavy leaves and low yield. Though the picking process is delicate and labor-intensive, the care taken in its cultivation results in a matcha full of rich flavor and unmatched quality.

SIZE

30 Grams

NOTES

Spring Greens
Umami
Creamy

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CATEGORY, REGION & CAFFEINE

Category: Matcha
Region: Uji, Japan
Caffeine: 60–80 Milligrams per 8 OZ. Serving

BREWING INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend brewing this tea using the Matcha Brewing Method. Scroll down for additional information about this tea, or click here to review exact instructions.

Frequency:
$95.00
$85.50
Every 2 weeks

Ujihikari Matcha is crafted from shade-grown tencha leaves in the misty hills of Uji, Kyoto—the birthplace of matcha. This is a premium 100% unblended Uji Hikari cultivar, this matcha offers a rich, vibrant flavor profile, balancing deep umami with a gentle sweetness.

Stone-milled to a fine powder, Ujihikari Matcha delivers a silky texture and smooth finish. It’s the perfect choice for ceremonial use or as an indulgent daily ritual, embodying the sophistication of Uji teas. A true masterpiece in every cup.

Farmer Notes:
Ujihikari is a prized cultivar from Uji, known for its wavy leaves and low yield. Though the picking process is delicate and labor-intensive, the care taken in its cultivation results in a matcha full of rich flavor and unmatched quality.

SIZE

30 Grams

NOTES

Spring Greens
Umami
Creamy

Learn More

CATEGORY, REGION & CAFFEINE

Category: Matcha
Region: Uji, Japan
Caffeine: 60–80 Milligrams per 8 OZ. Serving

BREWING INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend brewing this tea using the Matcha Brewing Method. Scroll down for additional information about this tea, or click here to review exact instructions.


TASTING NOTES:

SPRING GREENS

Fresh and vibrant, spring greens notes evoke the tender sweetness of young leaves and a crisp, grassy brightness, reminiscent of new growth in early spring.

UMAMI

Deep and savory, umami notes bring a satisfying richness, with hints of brothy or seaweed-like complexity that ground the tea's flavor profile.

CREAMY

Luxuriously smooth and rich, creamy notes envelop the palate with a velvety texture, evoking fresh cream or luscious custard.


REGION:
UJI, JAPAN

Uji, located near Kyoto in Japan, is one of the country's oldest and most prestigious tea-growing regions, renowned for producing exceptional matcha, Gyokuro, and Sencha. The region's temperate climate features warm, humid summers and mild winters, coupled with ample rainfall—ideal for tea cultivation.

Morning mists from nearby rivers, such as the Uji River, provide natural shading that enhances the development of theanine, giving Uji teas their signature sweet, umami-rich flavor. The area's fertile soils and centuries-old cultivation techniques, including meticulous shading methods for premium teas, make Uji a symbol of excellence in Japanese tea production.

CURRENT CONDITIONS:

UJI WEATHER

BREW INSTRUCTIONS:

 

MATCHA BREW METHOD