Tsujiki Tea Garden

#0676.K6 Tsujiki: Asahi Imperial Ceremonial Grade Single Cultivar Uji Heritage Matcha by Master Kyoto Tea Farmer Tsuji Kiyoharu (20g) 辻喜の伝統本抹茶あさひ

Sourced from Uji, Kyoto, this ceremonial-grade matcha comes from Master Kyoto Tea Farmer Tsuji Kiyoharu, a fifth-generation cultivator whose Asahi cultivar has earned numerous prestigious awards including Japan's Prime Minister's Award for agriculture. The tencha is grown using centuries-old traditional methods, with careful light management through reed and straw shading that gradually blocks up to 95% of sunlight, while monthly soil analysis and annual amino acid testing ensure consistent quality year after year. Hand-harvested in May and processed through traditional steaming and stone-milling techniques, this matcha delivers a vibrant character with pronounced umami depth, delicate sweetness, and a refined, clean finish ideal for ceremonial preparation. Each batch reflects Tsuji-san's meticulous approach to both cultivation and processing, capturing the essence of Uji's heritage tea tradition.