Shincha Matcha 20g (0.7 oz) Tin by Hoshino Seichaen – Premium Ceremonial Grade Yame Matcha | First Flush Limited Edition

Experience the absolute pinnacle of freshness. This exclusive Shincha (New Crop) Matcha is a seasonal masterpiece produced by Hoshino Seichaen, a world-renowned tea estate in the prestigious Hoshino region of Yame, Fukuoka. Crafted from the very first flush of the spring season, this limited-edition matcha captures the fleeting, vibrant energy of the year’s earliest harvest.

Available only once a year in extremely limited quantities, this ceremonial-grade Shincha matcha is made from carefully hand-picked, nutrient-rich young tea leaves. Traditionally stone-milled to an ultra-fine powder immediately after processing, it delivers unparalleled freshness, a vivid emerald hue, and an incredibly intense, sweet aroma that can only be experienced right now.

☀️ What Is Shincha Matcha?

"Shincha" (新茶) translates to "New Tea" or "First Flush." It represents the very first harvest of the year, highly celebrated in Japan for its exceptional quality and vitality. Reflecting Yame’s misty, nutrient-rich terroir during the peak of spring, this limited matcha features:

• Vibrant, Electric Emerald Green Color – The signature hue of freshly harvested spring leaves.

• Bursting Spring Aroma – An incredibly fresh, sweet, and uplifting fragrance that fills the room.

• Remarkably High L-Theanine Content – Packed with natural amino acids, offering an intense, buttery umami with zero bitterness.

• Silky Texture – Creates a remarkably smooth, creamy froth effortlessly.

🌿 Why Choose Hoshino Seichaen Shincha Matcha 20g?

• Once-a-Year Limited Edition – A rare seasonal treasure available only during the spring harvest season.

• Masters of Yame Tea – Award-winning producer from the heart of Yame, Fukuoka, legendary for gyokuro and premium shaded teas.

• Unrivaled Freshness – Stone-milled directly from the freshest shade-grown tencha leaves of the current season.

• Signature Yame Terroir (2026 First Harvest) – Enjoy the uniquely sweet, rich, and non-bitter profile that defines premium Yame matcha at its absolute freshest.

• Compact 20g (0.7 oz) Airtight Premium Metal Tin – Perfect for capturing the delicate freshness at its peak before it fades.

• 100% Pure Japanese Matcha – Single-origin, additive-free, and directly from the source.

🥄 Tasting Notes

• Intense, Freshly Harvested Umami with a Buttery, Sweet Depth

• Vibrant, Refreshing Spring Aroma

• Incredibly Smooth Finish with Absolutely No Bitterness

• Luminous, Lively Green Hue

📦 Product Details

• Net Weight: 20g (0.7 oz)

• Servings: Approx. 10–20 servings (1–2g per serving)

• Origin: Yame, Fukuoka, Japan

• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

• Processing: Traditional stone-milling

• Packaging: Premium airtight metal tin

🔒 Freshness & Shipping

Meticulously sealed immediately after milling to lock in the volatile spring aromas and vibrant color. Shipped ultra-fresh directly from Japan to Europe and Australia.

💚 Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dark place away from heat, light, and moisture. To enjoy this seasonal matcha at its absolute best, we recommend consuming it within 1 month after opening.

🍵 Recommended Uses

• Usucha (Thin Tea) – Experience the pure, unadulterated sweetness and vibrant froth of spring.

• Koicha (Thick Tea) – Perfect for experiencing the intense, concentrated umami of the new harvest.

• A True Seasonal Gift – A highly prestigious and thoughtful gift for tea connoisseurs in Europe and Australia who appreciate rare, limited-edition Japanese treasures.