100%八女産の「八女伝統本玉露」を使用した最高品質の贅沢な抹茶（粉末緑茶）です。「八女伝統本玉露」は玉露の中でも大変希少な茶葉で、ごく僅かな量しか生産されていません。その希少な「八女伝統本玉露」を丸ごと粉末にした大変贅沢な抹茶です。 This is the highest-quality luxurious matcha (powdered green tea) made from 100% Yame-produced 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro.' Among Gyokuro teas, 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro' is an extremely rare variety, with only a minimal quantity produced. This exceptional matcha is made by grinding the entire rare 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro' tea leaves into powder.

八女茶は、いくつかの理由から日本で最高のものとされています。日本で最高レベルの全国茶品評会では、審査員は味と香りだけでなく、色や形の美しさの微妙さも厳しく評価します。常に最高の栄誉を受賞することは非常に困難な課題です。しかし、日本で最高のものとして繰り返し選ばれることだけが、八女が最高とされる理由ではありません。約200人の熟練した職人が、彼らの一生、技術、知識をその技術に注ぎ込みます。彼らの日々のトレーニングと比類ない情熱が、八女茶作りの真髄を体現し、それが日本で最高である理由です。

Yame tea is considered the best in Japan for several reasons. At the national tea competition, which is the highest level in Japan, the judges rigorously evaluate not only taste and aroma but also the subtleties of color and beauty of the shape. It is an extremely challenging task to continuously achieve top honors. However, being repeatedly selected as the best in Japan is not the only reason why Yame is known as the best. About 200 skilled artisans pour their entire lives, skills, and knowledge into their craft. It is their daily training and unparalleled passion that embodies the true essence of Yame tea making and the reason why it is the best in Japan.

「八女伝統本玉露」は、普通の玉露とも、一線を引かれており、最高品質を誇る八女産の玉露とでさえ区別されている格別、特別の玉露で、国のGI認定を受けています。通常の玉露と異なり、「八女伝統本玉露」を名乗れる玉露は、製造方法にいくつかの厳しい決まりがあり、その製造方法に沿って生産された玉露しか名乗ることができません。

Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" (Traditional Yame Gyokuro) is a special type of Gyokuro tea that stands out even among other high-quality Yame-grown Gyokuro teas. It has been awarded Japan's Geographical Indication (GI) certification. To be labeled as "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro," it must be produced using specific and strict manufacturing methods, which sets it apart from regular Gyokuro tea. Only tea produced using these specific methods can bear the name "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro.

日本茶のなかで最高峰の『八女伝統本玉露』は、被覆方法に4つの決まりがあります。 1.茶樹を直接覆わず「棚をつくる」、2.枝葉を刈らずに伸ばす「自然仕立て」、3.藁などの「天然素材」を使い、4.機械を使わず「手摘み」することです。 一切妥協を許さない、栽培方法を続けてこそのおいしさです。

The top-tier "Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro" stands out among all, with four key rules for its cultivation method. The tea trees are not directly covered but grown under a "shelf," they are naturally grown without trimming, and only natural materials like straw are used for covering, with no machines involved in the "hand-picking" process. Only by sticking to these uncompromising cultivation methods can the tea achieve its unparalleled flavor.

✅「八女伝統本玉露」の茶葉は、茶摘みに熟練した人が、新芽の先の柔らかい部分のみを「手摘み」したものでなくてはなりません。「八女伝統本玉露」は、熟練の生産者が１年間手塩にかけて育て、ごくわずかな量しか生産されない為、大変希少で、「幻の一滴」と呼ばれています。

✅The tea leaves used for "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" must be carefully hand-picked by skilled individuals, selecting only the softest parts of the new tea buds. "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" is grown by experienced producers who dedicate an entire year to its cultivation. Due to its limited production and exceptional quality, it is considered extremely rare and often referred to as the "elixir of the gods" or the "drop of heaven."

✅「八女伝統本玉露」は、普通の玉露とも、一線を引かれており、最高品質を誇る八女産の玉露とでさえ区別されている格別、特別の玉露で、国のGI認定を受けています。通常の玉露と異なり、「八女伝統本玉露」を名乗れる玉露は、製造方法にいくつかの厳しい決まりがあり、その製造方法に沿って生産された玉露しか名乗ることができません。

✅"Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" (Traditional Yame Gyokuro) is a special type of Gyokuro tea that stands out even among other high-quality Yame-grown Gyokuro teas. It has been awarded Japan's Geographical Indication (GI) certification. To be labeled as "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro," it must be produced using specific and strict manufacturing methods, which sets it apart from regular Gyokuro tea. Only tea produced using these specific methods can bear the name "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro."

✅日本茶のなかで最高峰の『八女伝統本玉露』は、被覆方法に4つの決まりがあります。 1.茶樹を直接覆わず「棚をつくる」、2.枝葉を刈らずに伸ばす「自然仕立て」、3.藁などの「天然素材」を使い、4.機械を使わず「手摘み」することです。 一切妥協を許さない、栽培方法を続けてこそのおいしさです。

✅The top-tier "Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro" stands out among all, with four key rules for its cultivation method. The tea trees are not directly covered but grown under a "shelf," they are naturally grown without trimming, and only natural materials like straw are used for covering, with no machines involved in the "hand-picking" process. Only by sticking to these uncompromising cultivation methods can the tea achieve its unparalleled flavor.

✅一般的な玉露は、茶葉を摘む収穫面を半球状にする弧状仕立てであるのに対して、「自然仕立て」とは自然の茶の樹姿を生かした仕立て法です。

The natural growing method used in "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" is based on the natural shape of tea trees, as opposed to the typically curved shaping used in other Gyokuro teas. 

✅「手摘み」にすることで、新芽の柔らかい部分のみを均等に収穫することができ、新芽の大きさが均一化されています。

Hand-picking ensures that only the tender parts of the new buds are harvested evenly, resulting in uniform bud size. 

✅うま味成分であるテアニン等のアミノ酸を多く含み、渋味を呈する成分であるカテキン類の含有量が抑制されるため、浸出液の味は濃厚、「まろやか」で「こく」があります。

It contains high amounts of amino acids such as theanine, which contribute to its rich, mellow flavor with a strong umami taste, while the astringency of catechins is suppressed.

一般的には化学繊維資材を用いて被覆しますが、「八女伝統本玉露」の原料生葉は、稲わらや「すまき」という稲わら、葦等を粗く編んだ天然資材を用います。化学繊維資材に比べ、被覆内の温湿度環境が茶芽の生育に好適であり、かつ、「自然仕立て」により茶芽の一つ一つに十分な養分が送られるため、鮮緑色かつ艶が生まれます。

While chemical fibers are typically used to cover the leaves, the raw leaves used in "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" are covered with natural materials such as rice straw or reed. 

Compared to chemical fibers, the natural materials create a more suitable temperature and humidity environment within the cover, allowing each tea bud to receive ample nutrition and resulting in a vibrant green color with a glossy sheen. 

一般的な玉露は、茶葉を摘む収穫面を半球状にする弧状仕立てであるのに対して、「自然仕立て」とは自然の茶の樹姿を生かした仕立て法です。

The natural growing method used in "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" is based on the natural shape of tea trees, as opposed to the typically curved shaping used in other Gyokuro teas. 

「手摘み」にすることで、新芽の柔らかい部分のみを均等に収穫することができ、新芽の大きさが均一化されています。

Additionally, hand-picking ensures that only the tender parts of the new buds are harvested evenly, resulting in uniform bud size. 

このようにして生産された生葉を原料に加工された荒茶、仕上げ茶の外観は、鮮緑色で艶があり、細くよれ、繊細かつ上品さを醸し出しています。

The appearance of the finished tea is a fine, delicate, and elegant green color with a glossy sheen, while its aroma is rich and contains a high amount of dimethyl sulfide, which is responsible for the "covered fragrance." 

「八女伝統本玉露」の香りはとても豊かで、「覆い香」を呈する香気成分Dimethy1 sulfideの含有量が高く、同産地の煎茶、玉露と比べても非常に多く、煎茶の5倍以上、玉露の約2倍であることが確認されました。

The aroma of "Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro" is incredibly rich, with a high concentration of dimethy1 sulfide, a compound that gives off a unique nori-like scent. 

It has been confirmed that the concentration of this compound is significantly higher in "Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro" compared to other teas produced in the same region, such as sencha and regular gyokuro, with levels over five times higher than sencha and approximately twice that of gyokuro. 

うま味成分であるテアニン等のアミノ酸を多く含み、渋味を呈する成分であるカテキン類の含有量が抑制されるため、浸出液の味は濃厚、「まろやか」で「こく」があります。

It contains high amounts of amino acids such as theanine, which contribute to its rich, mellow flavor with a strong umami taste, while the astringency of catechins is suppressed.

「八女伝統本玉露」の生葉生産茶園は、八女市及び周辺市町の中山間地域に存在します。年平均気温15.2℃、年間降水量2,019mmであり、立地条件がもたらす朝夕の気温差は、経験則的に高品質茶生産の適地とされる「朝霧の発生」をもたらします。

The tea is produced from raw leaves grown in tea fields located in the mountainous regions of Yame City and surrounding towns, where the average annual temperature is 15.2 degrees Celsius and the annual rainfall is 2019 millimeters. 

The difference in temperature between morning and evening caused by the location's geographical conditions results in the production of high-quality tea, which is considered suitable for tea production due to the occurrence of morning mist. 

また、気温差が大きいほど、夜間の植物の呼吸が抑えられ、うま味成分であるアミノ酸等の養分が多く蓄えられます。

The larger the temperature difference, the more the plant's respiration is suppressed at night, resulting in more nutrient-rich amino acids being stored. 

この地域は、稲作・麦作も盛んであり、被覆資材の原料となる「わら」の供給体制が整っています。

The region is also known for its rice and barley production, providing a stable supply of straw, a raw material for the covering material. 

「すまき」（稲わら、葦等を粗く編んだ物）等の天然資材の編み手や製造機械は、当該地域にわずかに残るだけで、八女伝統本玉露に用いる資材は他産地では入手困難であり、資材の供給体制が整っている状況が、「覆い香」など香り豊かな「八女伝統本玉露」生産を支えています。

However, the availability of natural materials such as "sumaki" (coarsely woven straw or reed) used in "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" is limited to the region, making it difficult to obtain outside of the area. The production and supply system of these materials in the area supports the production of the fragrant "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro." 

歴史を辿りますと、1423年に栄林周瑞禅師が（旧）筑後国鹿子尾（現：福岡県八女市黒木町笠原）に霊巌寺を開山し、明国から持ち帰ったお茶の種子を播いてお茶の製法を伝えたのが八女茶のはじまりと言われています。

[ 600 years of History ]

The origin of Yame tea can be traced back to 1423 when Eirin Shuzen, a monk, opened the Reiganji Temple in Kuroki-machi Kasahara, which was part of the former Chikugo Province (currently Fukuoka Prefecture) and introduced the tea cultivation method using tea seeds he brought back from Ming China. 

その後、八女茶の生産は、1820～1840年頃に山間部全域に広がって行きました。

Tea production in Yame expanded throughout the mountainous regions from around 1820 to 1840. 

八女茶発祥時の茶種は「煎茶」が主流でしたが、当該地域が玉露生産に適していることが判明し、明治37年（1904年）頃から本格的に玉露生産が（旧）八女郡星野村（現：八女市星野村）において始まり、その後、周辺中山間地域に波及して行きました。

The primary tea variety at the time of Yame tea's origin was "Sencha," but it was later discovered that the area was suitable for producing Gyokuro. In 1904, Gyokuro production began in earnest in Hoshino Village (currently Yame City Hoshino Village) in Yame County and then spread to surrounding mountainous regions.

[地理的表示(GI)保護制度とは]

地域には長年培われた特別の生産方法や気候・風土・土壌などの生産地の特性により、高い品質と評価を獲得するに至った産品が多く存在します。これら産品のうち、品質、社会的評価その他の確立した特性が産地と結び付いている産品について、その名称を知的財産として保護する制度が「地理的表示保護制度」です。

The Geographical Indication (GI) Protection System is a system that protects the intellectual property of product names that have established characteristics associated with the region where they are produced, such as high quality, social recognition, and unique production methods, climate, soil, and other regional characteristics that have been developed over many years.

[ 八女伝統本玉露]

日本茶のなかで最高峰の『八女伝統本玉露』は、被覆方法に4つの決まりがあります。 茶樹を直接覆わず「棚をつくる」、枝葉を刈らずに伸ばす「自然仕立て」、藁などの「天然素材」を使い、機械を使わず「手摘み」することです。 一切妥協を許さない、栽培方法を続けてこそのおいしさです。

Among Japanese green teas, the highest quality is the "Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro," which follows four strict covering methods. The tea bushes are not directly covered but rather a "shelf" is created to shade them, the branches and leaves are stretched out without pruning in a "natural posture," natural materials like straw are used for covering, and the leaves are picked by hand without any machinery. The uncompromising cultivation methods ensure the exquisite taste of this tea.

[ Why Yame tea is the no.1 ]

At the national tea competition, which is the highest level in Japan, the judges rigorously evaluate not only taste and aroma but also the subtleties of color and beauty of the shape. 

It is an extremely challenging task to continuously achieve top honors.

However, being repeatedly selected as the best in Japan is not the only reason why Yame is known as the best. 

About 200 skilled artisans pour their entire lives, skills, and knowledge into their craft. 

It is their daily training and unparalleled passion that embodies the true essence of Yame tea making and the reason why it is the best in Japan.

「八女伝統本玉露」は、繊細な味、甘い香り、鮮やかな緑色が高く評価される日本茶の一種です。福岡県八女地域で、茶農家の世代を超えて受け継がれてきた伝統的な方法を用いて栽培・生産されています。 「八女伝統本玉露」という名前は、「伝統的な八女玉露」という意味で、このお茶が何世紀にもわたって使用されてきた伝統的な方法に従って作られていることを示しています。玉露は、日陰で栽培される緑茶の一種で、独特の味と香りがあります。「八女伝統本玉露」は、収穫前に数週間日陰で栽培されることで、豊かで複雑な味わいが発達します。「 八女伝統本玉露」を作るために、お茶の葉は手摘みされ、品質を確保するために慎重に加工されます。「八女伝統本玉露」は、日本で最高品質の緑茶の一つとされ、世界中のお茶愛好家から高く評価されています。通常、他の緑茶よりも低い水温（40-60°C）で淹れられ、短時間（1-2分）浸漬することで、お茶の旨みを引き出します。

Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro is a type of Japanese green tea that is highly prized for its delicate flavor, sweet aroma, and vivid green color. It is grown and produced in the Yame region of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, using traditional methods that have been handed down through generations of tea growers.

The name "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" roughly translates to "Traditional Yame Gyokuro," indicating that this tea is made according to traditional methods that have been used for centuries. Gyokuro is a type of green tea that is grown in the shade, which gives it a unique flavor and aroma. Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro is grown in the shade for several weeks before being harvested, which allows the leaves to develop a rich, complex flavor profile.

To produce Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro, the tea leaves are hand-picked and carefully processed to ensure their quality. The leaves are steamed and then dried, a process that helps to preserve their delicate flavor and aroma. The resulting tea has a light, refreshing taste with notes of sweetness and umami.

Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro is often considered to be one of the highest-quality green teas in Japan, and it is highly sought after by tea connoisseurs around the world. It is usually prepared using a lower water temperature than other green teas, around 40-60°C, and steeped for a shorter time, around 1-2 minutes, to bring out the full flavor of the tea.

[コンディション説明]

✅抹茶 / 緑茶 は、冷蔵庫に入れておけば、１年〜２年でも大丈夫です。冷凍庫に入れておけば長い間鮮度が保たれます。ただ、冷暗所に置いておく場合は、夏の場合、３〜４ヶ月で色も味も変わってしまいます。また、冷蔵庫に入れておかれた場合でも、抹茶/ 緑茶は香が移りやすいですので、臭いのきついものと一緒に保管されておくと、匂いが移ってしまうのでご注意ください。こういった理由により、ご購入頂いた抹茶 / 緑茶に記載しております”賞味期限”は、冷暗所で保存された場合の目安となっております。

✅Matcha / Green tea is fine for one or two years if kept in the refrigerator. If kept in the freezer, its freshness will be preserved indefinitely. However, if left in a cool, dark place, the color and taste will change in 3-4 months, especially in the summer. Also, even if kept in the refrigerator, Matcha / Green tea easily absorbs scents, so please be careful not to store it with strong-smelling items as the smell may transfer. Therefore, the expiration date is just a “guide” when stored in a cool, dark place.

[お召し上がり方]

水やお湯、牛乳に混ぜてお召し上がりください。Please enjoy by mixing with water, hot water, or milk.

[商品の仕様]

✅100%八女産の八女伝統本玉露を使用した最高品質の贅沢な抹茶（粉末緑茶）です。八女茶の玉露はコクが強く、まろやかで、甘味があるのが特徴です。玉露は高級茶ですので、玉露本来の味を楽しむためには、低い温度の冷まし湯でお飲み下さい。粉末ですので、玉露饅頭などにも使いやすいです。

✅This is a luxurious, high-quality matcha (powdered green tea) made with 100% Yame-grown Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro (Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro). Yame tea’s gyokuro has a strong body, is mellow, and has a sweet taste. Gyokuro is a high-grade tea, so to enjoy the original taste of gyokuro, please drink it with cooled water at a low temperature. Since it is in powder form, it is also easy to use in gyokuro manju and other dishes.

✅無糖、無添加、無塩、無着色、無香料、ですので、そのままお湯や水、牛乳に混ぜて飲んで頂いてもいいですし、砂糖を加えてお菓子やお料理などにもお使い頂けます。It is sugar-free, additive-free, salt-free, color-free, and fragrance-free, so you can mix it with hot water, water, or milk as it is, or you can add sugar and use it for sweets and dishes.

✅玉露は、日本茶の一種で、緑茶と並んで日本茶を代表するお茶の一つです。大切な来客があった際にお出しするような高級茶というイメージがあります。玉露は、他のお茶と比べて栽培に手間がかかり、生産量が少ないため、高級品とされます。Gyokuro is a type of Japanese tea, one of the teas that represent Japanese tea alongside green tea. It has an image of a high-end tea to be served when there are important guests. Gyokuro is considered a luxury item because it takes more effort to cultivate and produces less than other teas.

✅玉露は、一定期間覆いをして、日差しを遮った状態で育てるのが特徴です。このように、摘採前の一定期間茶園に覆いをかける栽培方法のことを被覆栽培と呼びます。Gyokuro is characterized by being grown under cover for a certain period of time, blocking out the sunlight. This method of covering the tea garden for a certain period of time before harvesting is called covered cultivation. 

✅同じく被覆栽培をするお茶として「かぶせ茶」がありますが、かぶせ茶よりも玉露の方が被覆期間は長めです。地域によって差はあるものの、おおむねかぶせ茶が摘採前の1週間〜10日程度、玉露が20日程度〜とされています。There is also “Kabusecha” which is also cultivated under cover, but Gyokuro has a longer covering period than Kabusecha. Although there are regional differences, Kabusecha is generally covered for about 1 week to 10 days before harvesting, while Gyokuro is covered for about 20 days or more. 

✅玉露は、コクのある強い旨味が特徴です。反対に、渋味や苦味はあまり感じません。これは、お茶の旨味成分であるアミノ酸が豊富に含まれているからです。お茶に含まれるアミノ酸の中でも、特に割合の大きい成分がテアニンです。Gyokuro has a rich, strong umami flavor. On the other hand, you don’t feel much bitterness or astringency. This is because it contains a lot of amino acids, which are the umami components of tea. Among the amino acids contained in tea, theanine is the most abundant component. 

✅テアニンは茶樹の根で作られ、葉へと運ばれていきます。この時、日光を浴びるとテアニンが分解され、最終的に渋味・苦味成分であるカテキンへと変化することが知られています。日光をほとんど浴びずに育つ玉露の場合は、旨味成分のテアニンがカテキンへと変化することなく、そのまま茶葉に残るので苦味が少なくなります。

✅Theanine is produced in the roots of the tea tree and transported to the leaves. At this time, it is known that when exposed to sunlight, theanine is broken down and eventually changes into catechins, which are astringent and bitter components. In the case of gyokuro, which grows with little exposure to sunlight, the umami component theanine remains in the tea leaves without changing into catechins, resulting in less bitterness.

✅玉露を飲むなら、香りにも注目したいところです。一口含んだ瞬間に独特の香りが鼻へと抜けていきます。玉露特有の香りは覆い香（おおいか）と呼ばれ、「青海苔のような香り」と表現されることもあります。When drinking Gyokuro, you’ll want to pay attention to its fragrance as well. As soon as you take a sip, its unique fragrance escapes through your nose. Gyokuro’s unique fragrance is called “Ooika” and is sometimes described as “a fragrance like green laver.”

✅被覆栽培がもたらす玉露の特徴は、味わいや香りだけに留まりません。玉露と一般的な煎茶の茶葉を見比べると、玉露の方がより深い緑色をしていることに気付きます。茶葉の緑色は、光合成で光エネルギーを吸収する「葉緑素（クロロフィル）」がもたらすものです。被覆栽培の下では、わずかな光で効率的に光合成をする必要があるため、できる限り多くの光エネルギーを取り込もうと葉緑素がたくさん作られます。その結果、茶葉の緑色が濃くなるというわけです。

In addition, the characteristics of Gyokuro brought about by covered cultivation do not stop at its taste and fragrance. If you compare the leaves of Gyokuro with those of regular sencha, you will notice that Gyokuro has a deeper green color. The green color of tea leaves is due to “chlorophyll,” which absorbs light energy through photosynthesis. Under covered cultivation, there is a need to efficiently photosynthesize with little light, so as much chlorophyll as possible is produced to capture as much light energy as possible. As a result, the green color of the tea leaves becomes darker.

✅玉露を美味しく楽しみたいなら、40℃程度の比較的低温のお湯でじっくりと淹れるのがおすすめです。低温で淹れると、旨味成分のアミノ酸は十分に抽出される一方、苦味・渋味をもたらすカテキンやカフェインはあまり抽出されません。玉露の特徴である強い旨味を楽しみたいなら、高温よりも低温抽出が向いています。

If you want to enjoy delicious Gyokuro, it is recommended to brew it slowly with relatively low-temperature water around 40°C. When brewed at low temperatures, amino acids, which are umami components, are extracted sufficiently while catechins and caffeine which cause bitterness and astringency are not extracted much. If you want to enjoy Gyokuro’s characteristic strong umami flavor, low-temperature extraction is more suitable than high-temperature extraction.

✅この商品は、八女の玉露をパウダーにした贅沢な「玉露粉末」です。玉露を粉末で楽しむのもいいですし、玉露饅頭や、玉露羊羹などお菓子にも使いやすく便利です。

This product is a luxurious “Gyokuro Powder” made from Yame Gyokuro. It’s nice to enjoy Gyokuro in powder form, and it’s also easy and convenient to use in sweets such as Gyokuro Manju and Gyokuro Yokan.

[保存方法]

高温多湿を避け、できれば冷蔵庫に保管し、移り香にご注意ください。Avoid high temperature and humidity, and if possible, store in the refrigerator, and be careful not to transfer the fragrance.

Q：「八女伝統本玉露」とは何ですか？ 

A：「八女伝統本玉露」は、日本の八女地域で栽培された高品質の日本茶です。 

Q：「八女伝統本玉露」は何が特別ですか？ 

A：「八女伝統本玉露」は、熟練した職人によって手摘みされ、最も柔らかくて新しい葉だけを使用しています。「八女伝統本玉露」は慎重に栽培され、少量しか生産されないため、珍しくて高価なお茶となっています。 

Q：「八女伝統本玉露」の味はどのようなものですか？ 

A：「八女伝統本玉露」は甘い香りと優雅な味があり、低温の水で淹れると金色になります。 

Q：「八女伝統本玉露」はなぜ高価ですか？ 

A：「八女伝統本玉露」は、その高品質と手摘みや栽培方法により高価です。 Q：八女地域で栽培されたお茶はすべて「八女伝統本玉露」と呼ばれますか？ 

A：いいえ、「厳格な生産基準を満たし、手摘みされたお茶だけが「八女伝統本玉露」としてラベル付けされます。

Q: What is "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro"?

A: "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" is a high-quality Japanese green tea grown in the Yame region of Japan.

Q: What makes "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" special?

A: "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" is hand-picked by skilled workers, using only the softest and most tender new leaves. The tea is carefully cultivated and produced in small quantities, making it a rare and highly prized tea.

Q: What is the flavor of "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" like?

A: "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" has a sweet aroma and an elegant taste, with a golden color when brewed with low temperature water.

Q: Why is "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" so expensive?

A: "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro" is expensive due to its high quality and the labor-intensive process of hand-picking and cultivating the tea.

Q: Can any tea grown in the Yame region be called "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro"?

A: No, only tea that meets strict production standards and is hand-picked can be labeled as "Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro".

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Experience a centuries-old tradition with [Dreaming Matcha] Only the highest-grade authentic Japanese matcha powder is selected to help retain its nutritional properties. Enjoy a smooth, rich, and creamy texture perfect for any occasion.

Matcha Green Tea Powder Grades

Mukoh Matcha's Matcha Green Tea Powder is available in different grades, which are determined by the quality of the tea leaves used, and method of cultivation, and the processing methods. 

[The High-End Grades of Matcha]

There are various grades of matcha available, even within the realm of "Mukoh Matcha." Generally, the matcha you find on the market falls into the categories of Culinary Grade, Confectionary Grade (Green), or occasionally a slightly lower grade. Matcha is often used to make lattes with milk or incorporated into desserts, which means you don't necessarily need to obsess over the grade to enjoy it.

However, if you aim to savor the essence of matcha itself or are interested in matcha for its rich natural nutritional content, we recommend the Premium Grade (Purple), which can be easily dissolved in water, delivering a delicious experience.

For those seeking a taste of "high-end matcha," consider trying the Ceremonial Grade (Gold), which is stone-ground. Stone grinding ensures that no heat is introduced, preserving the true essence of matcha's flavor.

Within the range of "Mukoh Matcha," you can discover even higher-quality and luxurious matcha options. One of the most extravagant offerings is matcha made from "Gyokuro," a variety of tea considered the finest in Japan. What makes it truly exceptional is that it's crafted using Gyokuro tea leaves from the renowned tea-producing region of Yame.

But that's not all; "Mukoh Matcha" goes a step further to provide the highest grade and utmost quality matcha, known as "The Utmost Drop" or "The Legendary Drop," crafted from "Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro." This variety of matcha is a rare and exquisite treat that not many, even among the Japanese, have had the opportunity to experience.

"Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro" is so rare and precious that even within the limited production of Gyokuro tea, very few qualify as "Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro" due to the skill, effort, and scarcity of producers. The tea has received geographical indication (GI) certification from the government, underscoring its rarity and uniqueness.

All the matcha from "Mukoh Matcha" is born out of a strong bond with Yame's tea farmers. It is 100% Yame-grown and follows the principles of Direct Trade.

The product of “Mukoh Matcha” is based on the concept of “something that you and your loved ones can consume”. Therefore, Mukoh Matcha deals with green tea, matcha, and food that we are familiar with, and we have a clear understanding of where, by whom, and how the products are made.

[Dreaming Matcha] - Ceremonial Grade (Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro Matcha Powder)

 

 This is the highest-quality luxurious matcha (powdered green tea) made from 100% Yame-produced 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro.' Among Gyokuro teas, 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro' is an extremely rare variety, with only a minimal quantity produced. This exceptional matcha is made by grinding the entire rare 'Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro' tea leaves into powder.

[Dreaming Matcha] - Ceremonial Grade (Yame Gyokuro Matcha)]

 

 This is a luxurious matcha made from Yame-produced 'Gyokuro' ground into powder. It allows you to savor the full flavor of Gyokuro.

[Dreaming Matcha] - Ceremonial Grade (Gold)

Ceremonial Grade: This is the Highest Quality Matcha Green Tea Powder, made from the first ( spring ) leaves harvest of the year, the youngest, most tender tea leaves. Stone ground into a fine powder. Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a vibrant green color, and a sweet, delicate flavor. It is used for traditional Japanese tea ceremonies and is best enjoyed on its own or with simple snacks.

The green tea leaves used to make Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is carefully selected and are then steamed, dried, and stone-ground into a fine Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder using traditional methods. The Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a bright, vibrant green color and a smooth, velvety texture, and is characterized by a sweet, delicate flavor with a hint of umami.

Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is best enjoyed as a pure Matcha Green Tea Drink, whisked with hot water in a bowl using a bamboo whisk. It is traditionally served with Japanese sweets to balance the flavor and is sipped slowly to savor the complex taste and aroma.

In addition to its delicious taste, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is also packed with antioxidants, amino acids, and other natural nutrients that are known to provide a range of health benefits, including improved focus, energy, and metabolism. The Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has also been shown to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and boost the immune system.

Overall, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a luxurious and delicious tea that is highly regarded for its quality, flavor, and health benefits.

[Dreaming Matcha] - Premium Grade (Purple)

Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a High-Quality type of Matcha that is made from young tea leaves. The tea leaves are harvested in the first ( Spring ) of the year to create a fine, vibrant green powder that can be used in a variety of ways.

The leaves used to make Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is typically slightly more mature than those used to make Ceremonial Matcha Green Tea Powder, but are still selected for their tender, young growth. They are steamed, dried, and ground into a fine powder by machine, not stone ground. Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a bright, fresh flavor and a smooth, creamy texture.

It is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways, including as a pure Matcha Green Tea, as a culinary ingredient, or as an ingredient in smoothies, lattes, and other drinks.

Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is also highly nutritious, containing high levels of antioxidants, amino acids, and other natural nutrients known to provide various health benefits. It is believed to help improve mental clarity, boost energy and metabolism, and promote relaxation and stress relief.

Overall, Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a High Quality and versatile Matcha Green Tea Powder that is highly regarded for its flavor and health benefits. It is an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy the benefits of matcha.

[Dreaming Matcha] - Culinary & Confectionary Grade (Green)

Culinary & Confectionary Grade: This is used second ( summer ) leaves harvest of the year and is Lower Quality Matcha Green Tea Powder than Ceremonial or Premium Grade but our Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is still not the lowest quality compared to ones in the market. It is suitable for use in cooking, baking, and smoothies.

Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a lower grade of Matcha Green Tea Powder that is primarily used as an ingredient in cooking and baking, rather than as a pure tea. It is made from slightly older tea leaves than Ceremonial or Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder and is harvested and processed in a way that makes it more affordable and easier to use in larger quantities.

The tea leaves used to make Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is typically grown in the sun, rather than in the shade like Higher Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder such as Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder and Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder, which results in a coarser texture and a more bitter flavor. They are also processed using mechanical grinding methods, rather than the traditional stone ground methods used for higher grades of Matcha Green Tea Powder.

Despite its lower quality, Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder still contains a range of natural nutrients and health benefits, including high levels of antioxidants and amino acids. However, its bitter flavor and coarser texture make it less suitable for drinking as a pure Matcha Green Tea, and it is instead used primarily as an ingredient in recipes.

Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes, including baked goods, smoothies, and savory dishes. It adds vibrant green color and a unique, slightly bitter flavor to recipes, and can also provide a nutritional boost to dishes.

Overall, Culinary & Confectionary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a more affordable and versatile option for those who want to enjoy matcha's flavor and health benefits in their cooking and baking. While it may not be suitable for drinking as a pure Matcha Green Tea, it is a great way to add a unique twist to your favorite recipes.

[Authentic, Rare, High-Quality, Valuable 100% Yame Matcha Green Tea Powder] made from Yame green tea Leaves. Yame tea is known for its high quality and is often considered one of the top green teas in Japan.

1. Health Benefits: Matcha is known for its high concentration of antioxidants, which help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. It also contains caffeine, which can boost energy and mental focus. Additionally, Matcha is said to aid in weight loss, improve digestion, and boost the immune system.
2. Unique Flavor: Matcha has a distinctive, earthy flavor that sets it apart from other types of tea. It can be enjoyed as a hot or cold beverage and is often used in baking and cooking as well.
3. Ritualistic Tradition: Matcha has a long-standing cultural significance in Japanese tea ceremonies and is often associated with a sense of tranquility and relaxation. Incorporating Matcha into one's daily routine can be seen as a mindful and grounding practice.
4. Versatility: Matcha can be consumed in various forms, including as a tea, latte, smoothie, or even as an ingredient in desserts and savory dishes. This versatility allows for a wide range of options for incorporating Matcha into one's diet.
5. Sustainability: Matcha is often produced using traditional farming methods that prioritize sustainability and environmental stewardship. This can appeal to consumers who are conscious of their impact on the environment and seek out products that align with their values.

[600 years of Tea History]

Indulge in the rich and centuries-old tradition of Yamecha with our premium Yame Matcha green tea powder. Made from the finest, rare, and valuable Yame green tea, our matcha boasts a smooth, earthy flavor and is packed with antioxidants and other health-boosting nutrients. 

Sourced from a region with over 600 years of history in green tea production, our Yame Matcha is a true delicacy, crafted with expert care and precision to bring you the ultimate tea-drinking experience. Treat yourself to the taste of time-honored quality with every sip of our exquisite Yame Tea Matcha.

[Yamecha / Yame tea]

Yame Tea is a brand of tea produced in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is a rare and highly esteemed brand, accounting for only about 3% of the total Japanese tea production. 

Yame Tea is particularly renowned for its exceptional production of traditional premium Gyokuro tea, which holds approximately 45% of the national market share. As a result, Yame Tea boasts the highest average unit price among Japanese teas and is recognized as one of the top luxury tea-producing regions in the country.

The origin of Yame Tea dates back to the year 1423, during the Muromachi period, when the Buddhist monk Eirin Shuzen, returning from China, established Reiganji Temple in Kuroki Town. Along with the temple, he introduced the cultivation and drinking methods of Ming-style (kamairi) tea to the local village headman, Tarojirokyu Matsuo. This marked the beginning of Yame Tea's rich history, which has now reached its 600th anniversary in 2023.

The Yame region is characterized by a geological formation of alluvial plains, where sediment (humus soil) transported by both the Chikugo River and the Yabe River has alternately accumulated. The teas cultivated in this region are known for their rich flavors and sweetness, as evaluated by sensory examinations.

The area's propensity for fog also contributes to the unique qualities of Yame Tea. The gentle slopes of the tea fields, shrouded in mist, provide just the right amount of shade, allowing for the enhanced production of amino acids (such as theanine, glutamic acid, and arginine), which are responsible for the umami taste in tea. This natural occurrence has long made Yame Tea highly prized as a form of premium Gyokuro tea.

[Mukoh Matcha]

"Mukoh Matcha" prides itself on delivering high-quality green tea and matcha sourced exclusively from Fukuoka, Japan's lush, water-rich Yame region, where tea production has been passed down through generations of expert farmers over the past 600 years. 

Unfortunately, even if it is labeled as "Yame tea," it often contains only a small amount of Yame tea and mostly consists of tea from other regions. In contrast, "Mukoh Matcha" guarantees its green tea & matcha are "100% Yame tea" and "single-origin", coming directly from award-winning tea gardens. 

As a mail-order business, "Mukoh Matcha" places the utmost importance on trust, reliability, and promptness to ensure that customers can enjoy the authentic taste of Japanese Green Tea & Matcha with complete peace of mind.

In addition to our retail offerings, "Mukoh Matcha" also offers wholesale orders for businesses and individuals interested in purchasing our premium green tea and matcha products in larger quantities. Whether you're looking to stock up for your own tea shop or offer our products to your customers, we are committed to delivering the same exceptional quality and authenticity that has made us a trusted choice for tea enthusiasts around the world. Please contact us for more information on our wholesale pricing and ordering options. Authentic Japanese Green Tea & Matcha [Mukoh Matcha]

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