Matcha is finely stone-milled green tea powder made from shade-grown Camellia sinensis leaves. Shading the plants for 3–4 weeks before harvest forces them to produce more chlorophyll and L-theanine — giving matcha its vivid green colour, deep umami flavour, and calm, focused energy. Unlike steeped tea, you consume the whole leaf, making it far more nutrient-dense.

What is the difference between koicha and usucha?

Usucha (thin tea) is the everyday preparation — light, frothy, approachable. Koicha (thick tea) is a ceremonial preparation using twice the matcha and half the water, producing a rich, paste-like tea with intense umami. Koicha requires a higher grade matcha.

What matcha grades do you offer?

We offer ceremonial grade matcha using only the youngest first-flush leaves from shaded plants — stone-milled to a silky powder with natural sweetness and umami. Our Premium Matcha is our latte-grade — smooth and balanced for daily use, holding up beautifully in milk.

Hojicha is Japanese green tea roasted at high heat, transforming its colour from green to warm amber and its flavour to nutty, toasty, and caramel-like. Our Organic Yame Hojicha is JAS-certified organic, sourced from Yame, Fukuoka. Because roasting reduces caffeine, hojicha is a beautiful evening tea.

Where does your tea come from?

Our matcha is sourced from generational tea farmers in Uji, Kyoto — the birthplace of Japanese matcha culture. Our hojicha comes from Yame, Fukuoka. Both regions have centuries of tea-growing heritage.

How should I store matcha?

Keep your matcha tin sealed, away from light, heat, and moisture. Once opened, use within 4–6 weeks for best flavour. Store in a cool, dark cupboard — not the fridge, as condensation can affect the powder.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship to New Zealand, Australia, the UK, Europe, Canada, Singapore, and Japan.

Kutani Ware Chawan – Hane Usagi (Rabbit)

$160.00 NZD

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Hane Usagi Kutani Ware Matcha Bowl – Grey (九谷焼・羽うさぎ)

This Kutani-yaki chawan celebrates over 360 years of Japanese ceramic artistry from Ishikawa Prefecture, featuring the elegant Hane Usagi (leaping rabbit) motif. The white rabbit, depicted mid-leap, symbolizes agility, prosperity, and joyful energy, set against a subtle gold circle suggesting the sun or moon.

The soft grey background provides a serene, contemporary canvas, allowing the white rabbit and gold detailing to stand out with refined simplicity. Each brushstroke is hand-painted by skilled artisans, with delicate variations in line and glaze making every bowl unique. The rounded form and weighted base ensure smooth whisking and a comfortable grip for daily matcha practice.

Presented in a custom wooden box, this matchawan is perfect as a treasured gift or for mindful tea rituals.

Details

Material: Pottery | Made in Japan
Size: 11.4 cm diameter × 6.5 cm height
Not suitable for dishwasher or microwave (contains real gold paint)
Includes wooden gift box as shown in photos

New Zealand: North Island $8. North Island Rural $12. South Island $15. South Island Rural $20. Orders over $100 NZD ship free. Free local delivery for postcodes 4310 and 4312.

Australia: NZ Post Economy Tracked $20 NZD. DHL Worldwide Express $35 NZD. Orders over $150 NZD ship free.

Europe: NZ Post Economy Tracked $35 NZD. DHL Worldwide Express $55 NZD. Orders over $250 NZD ship free.

Asia: Economy Tracked $25 NZD. DHL Worldwide Express $35 NZD. Orders over $250 NZD ship free.

Canada: DHL Worldwide Express $55 NZD. Orders over $250 NZD ship free.

United States: Shipping temporarily paused due to tariff changes.