Izuen Meicha Honpo "Hatsu-Mukashi" Premium Uji Matcha – 100% Pure, Stone-Milled Authentic Japanese Ceremonial Green Tea Powder (30g / 1.06 oz Freshness-Locked Steel Tin with Gift Box)

Step into the profound, centuries-old world of authentic Kyoto tea lineage. Produced by the historical master artisans at Izuen Meicha Honpo, located in the very heart of tea culture—Uji Renge, Kyoto (right near the famous Byodoin Temple)—"Hatsu-Mukashi" (初昔) is a highly revered, premium selection. Crafted from 100% pure, single-ingredient green tea leaves harvested from rigorously shaded stone-fields, this top-tier matcha is stone-milled into an extraordinarily fine, vibrant emerald powder. It features a breathtakingly deep jade color, a perfectly balanced, cream-like umami body, and an exquisitely clean, calm aroma that instantly sharpens and relaxes the mind.

This exquisite tea comes packaged inside a premium, freshness-locked 30g steel tin, which is beautifully nestled inside an elegant, vibrant green and gold traditional gift box. It is highly versatile and smooth enough to be enjoyed as a comforting bowl of traditional hot tea (Usucha), while providing a rich, magnificent green tea profile that pairs beautifully with milk and sweeteners for an elite, cafe-style matcha au lait.

🎁 Important Note Regarding Packaging Layout:

The beautiful outer box features a classic Japanese design adorned with minimalist, elegant calligraphy and stylized tea leaf motifs.

• A Delightful Surprise: The exact orientation, placement, or slight design variations of the golden "Hatsu-Mukashi" label on the front can vary, offering a beautiful touch of traditional individuality to look forward to when your package arrives.

• Special Requests Welcome: If you have a specific packaging preference or any special request, please leave a comment or note in the checkout section when placing your order, and we will do our absolute best to accommodate you!

☀️ Why Choose Izuen Meicha Honpo "Hatsu-Mukashi" 30g Tin?

• Authentic Historic Quality – Sourced and freshly packed directly at the main estate in Uji, Kyoto, ensuring you experience the exact, uncompromised flavor profile preferred by traditional Japanese tea connoisseurs.

• Precious Freshness-Locked Tin – Packaged intentionally in a compact steel container to ensure the highly volatile aromatic molecules and fragile chlorophyll are protected flawlessly from air and light until the very last scoop.

• 100% Pure & Additive-Free – Absolutely no added sugars, no preservatives, no milk powders, and no artificial flavorings. Just 100% clean, stone-milled perfection from Kyoto.

• Shipped Fresh from Japan – Delivered in pristine condition directly from Japan to discerning tea lovers and creative home baristas across Europe and Australia.

🥄 Traditional & Modern Preparation Guide

🍵 1. Traditional Hot Matcha (Usucha):

• Sift 1.5g to 2g (approx. 1 level teaspoon) of matcha into a pre-warmed ceremonial tea bowl.

• Pour in 60ml to 80ml of hot water (strictly cooled to around 80°C / 176°F to protect the delicate, sweet amino acids from scalding).

• Whisk rapidly and vigorously in an "M" or "W" motion using a fine-pronged bamboo whisk (chasen) from the bottom of the bowl until a beautiful, dense layer of velvety micro-foam forms across the surface.

🥛 2. Silk-Smooth Matcha Au Lait (Matcha Latte):

• Mix 2g of powder with a small splash of warm water (80°C) and stir thoroughly to create a lump-free green concentrate.

• Pour in 150ml of warm frothed milk (or ice-cold milk with ice cubes for a refreshing iced latte) and add your favorite sweetener to taste.

📦 Product Details

• Net Weight: 30g (1.06 oz)

• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan (100% Japanese-grown green tea leaves)

• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

• Packaging: Freshness-locked steel tin inside a traditional paper gift box

• Manufacturer: Izuen Meicha Honpo / Hidemoto Tsujimura (24 Uji Renge, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan)

🔒 Freshness & Storage

Store the tin in a cool, dark place completely away from high temperatures and humidity. To preserve its breathtaking jade color and delicate flavor compounds at absolute maximum capacity, always store the sealed tin inside your refrigerator.