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 – Kawasemi (Kingfisher)

$170.00 NZD

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Kutani Ware Matcha Bowl – Kingfisher (九谷焼・カワセミ)

This Kutani-yaki chawan is a celebration of over 360 years of Japanese ceramic artistry from Ishikawa Prefecture. Its half-cylindrical form with straight sides and a flat base makes whisking matcha effortless, while the textured, weighted bottom keeps the bowl steady and your tea warm.

Hand-painted with a delicate kingfisher (kawasemi) design, the bowl showcases the bold, layered colours and expressive brushwork that define Kutani ware. Deep indigo outlines (gosu) frame the vibrant overglaze hues (gosai), creating a rich, textured finish that is both visually striking and tactile. Subtle variations in colour and glaze reflect the artisan’s hand, making each piece truly unique.

Presented in a custom wooden box, this chawan is perfect for daily tea practice or as a treasured gift.

Details

Material: Pottery | Made in Japan
Size: 11.2 cm diameter × 6.5 cm height
Not suitable for dishwasher or microwave
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.