Hokodo "Wakaba no Shiro" Premium Uji Matcha 30g Tin – 100% Pure, Stone-Milled Authentic Japanese Green Tea Powder from Kyoto (Freshness-Locked Steel Can)

Immerse yourself in centuries of Japanese tea heritage with "Wakaba no Shiro" Uji Matcha, meticulously crafted by the historic tea masters at Hokodo, established in the Kyowa era (1803). Sourced from the prestigious, misty tea fields of Wazuka-cho in the Sora district of Kyoto Prefecture—renowned for producing the ultimate terroir for premium Uji green tea—this exquisite selection translates to "White of the Young Leaves." Meticulously stone-milled into a silky, micro-fine powder, it delivers a brilliant jade color, an incredibly smooth, creamy umami profile, and a comforting, sweet aromatic finish with absolutely zero harsh bitterness.

Packaged beautifully in an elegant, matte-black capped 30g steel tin, this matcha offers exceptional versatility for your daily rituals. It is perfectly balanced and smooth enough for formal tea bowl whisking (Usucha), yet possesses a robust, fragrant character that cuts through dairy and plant milks flawlessly to create elite barista-quality lattes, wellness smoothies, or gourmet home-baked desserts.

🎁 Important Note Regarding Packaging Presentation:

The sleek steel tin is wrapped in a beautiful deep forest-green label featuring Hokodo's historic emblem, clean English typography, and a subtle background illustration capturing traditional tea shop heritage.

• A Delightful Surprise: The exact centering, label orientation, or slight alignment variations are finished with traditional hand-applied care, meaning each individual tin arrives with its own subtle, unique character to look forward to!

• Special Requests Welcome: If you have any specific packaging preferences or special layout instructions, 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 Hokodo's "Wakaba no Shiro" Matcha?

• Two Centuries of Tea Expertise – Produced by Hokodo, a historic institution carrying forward traditional blending secrets passed down since 1803.

• 100% Pure & Single-Ingredient – Absolutely zero added sugars, fillers, preservatives, or artificial colorings. Just 100% clean, uncompromised stone-milled green tea perfection from Kyoto.

• Premium Tin Freshness Barrier – The heavy-duty steel tin provides an absolute barrier against light, moisture, and ambient kitchen odors, keeping the delicate amino acids and volatile aromatics frozen in time.

Spoon Simple Preparation Guides

🍵 1. Traditional Hot Matcha:

• Sift 1.5g to 2g (approx. 1 teaspoon) of Wakaba no Shiro into a pre-warmed tea bowl.

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

• Whisk rapidly in an "M" or "W" motion using a bamboo whisk until a dense, velvety layer of light-green micro-foam covers the surface.

🥛 2. Premium Cafe-Style Matcha Latte:

• Mix 2g of powder with a small splash of warm water and stir well to create a silky, lump-free green paste.

• Pour in 150ml of warm frothed milk (oat milk pairs beautifully with the creamy sweetness of Uji tea) or cold milk with ice cubes, and sweeten to taste.

📦 Product Details

• Net Weight: 30g (1.06 oz)

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

• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

• Packaging: Light-blocking steel tin with an airtight matte-black over-cap

• Manufacturer: Hokodo Co., Ltd. (87 Higashiyama, Oaza Minamiazuka, Wazuka-cho, Soraku District, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan)

🔒 Freshness & Storage

Store the tin in a cool, dark place completely away from high temperatures, moisture, and strong kitchen odors. To preserve its gorgeous green hue and maximum aromatic performance, always store the sealed tin inside your refrigerator.