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Okumidori with Matcha Sencha Green Tea Loose Leaf from Japan
Okumidori with Matcha Sencha Green Tea Loose Leaf from Japan
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Product Facts
- Tea type: Spring-picked matcha-coated sencha / sencha with matcha
- Origin: Kagoshima, Japan
- Cultivar: Okumidori
- Net weight: 100g
- Approx. servings: About 30 to 35 cups
- Processing: Sencha leaves coated with matcha powder
- Taste profile: Grassy Kagoshima greens, first-sip matcha impact, a subtle firing note, and a clean refreshing finish
- Best for: A vivid spring sencha, daily green tea, mornings, work breaks, and cold brew
A Vivid Spring Sencha with Matcha Depth
Okumidori with Matcha is a spring Japanese green tea made by coating Kagoshima-grown Okumidori sencha leaves with matcha. You can think of it as spring sencha with matcha: it brews like loose-leaf sencha, but the matcha coating gives the first sip a stronger, more vivid green impression.
Okumidori is a refreshing cultivar with a clean aftertaste. In this tea, that crisp finish stays in place, while the matcha coating adds color, body, and impact at the beginning of the cup. The result is very green and grassy, with a Kagoshima-like freshness and a subtle firing note in the background.
If you are curious about matcha but do not always want to whisk a bowl of matcha powder, this tea is a simple bridge. You brew it like sencha, but the cup carries a soft matcha aroma and a more vivid green character.
Who This Tea Is For
- For people who want a vivid spring Japanese green tea
- For sencha drinkers who want more color and body in the cup
- For matcha lovers who want a simpler loose-leaf option
- For cold brew, where the matcha coating gives a bright green color and smooth taste
- For customers building a multi-tea order from Japan
What Makes This Tea Different
- Spring Okumidori sencha: The base tea is spring-picked Okumidori sencha from Kagoshima, giving the cup a fresh Japanese green tea character.
- Matcha-coated sencha: The leaves are coated with matcha, giving the brewed tea a vivid green color, fuller body, and more impact from the first sip.
- Sencha with matcha, brewed simply: Unlike matcha powder, this tea does not need a whisk. Brew it like ordinary sencha.
- Everyday value: The 100g package makes it a practical choice for regular tea drinking without hiding its spring-tea appeal.
- Kagoshima character: The sencha base gives the cup a grassy, green Japanese tea profile with gentle umami and a clean finish.
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Soft matcha, grassy Kagoshima greens, and a subtle firing note
- Palate: First-sip matcha impact, vivid green color, smooth body, gentle umami, and mild sweetness
- Finish: Clean and refreshing, with Okumidori's crisp sencha aftertaste
Compared with an uncoated sencha, this tea has more green color, a fuller mouthfeel, and a more immediate first impression from the matcha coating. It is not roasted like hojicha; the firing note is only a faint background warmth behind the green, grassy character.
How to Brew Okumidori with Matcha
Hot Brew
- Tea: 3g
- Water: 100ml / 3.4 fl oz
- Temperature: 80 C / 176 F
- Time: 45 to 60 seconds
This tea is commonly brewed around 80 C / 176 F. If you prefer a softer cup, you can brew a little cooler, around 75 C / 167 F. Pour gently and enjoy the green color in the cup. Because matcha powder is part of the tea, a little fine powder may appear in the liquor.
Second Infusion
- Water: 80 C / 176 F
- Time: About 10 seconds
Cold Brew
- Tea: 5g
- Water: 500ml / 17 fl oz
- Time: 3 to 6 hours in the refrigerator
Cold brew brings out a soft sweetness and a vivid green color. Shake or stir gently before serving if the matcha settles at the bottom.
Is This Tea Organic?
This tea is not certified organic. If you are looking specifically for certified organic Japanese green tea, we recommend choosing one of our organic sencha or organic matcha products.
Teas to Try Alongside This One
If you are building a multi-tea order from Japan, these are good companions to Okumidori with Matcha. Each gives a different angle on Japanese green tea, so it is easy to compare side by side.
- Organic Sencha: a lighter, simpler certified organic daily green tea
- Saemidori 2026 First Pick: a softer premium spring sencha with more gentle sweetness
- Organic Matcha: traditional whisked matcha for when you want the full matcha experience
- Genmaicha with Matcha: a roasted, nutty tea with matcha color
Shipping from Japan
This tea ships directly from Japan. If you are ordering from overseas, it often makes sense to choose several teas together, especially if you enjoy comparing different styles of Japanese green tea.
Comparison FAQ
What does Okumidori with Matcha taste like?
It opens with a vivid matcha impression, then shows a grassy Kagoshima green character with a subtle firing note. The finish is clean and refreshing, which is typical of Okumidori.
How is Okumidori with Matcha different from Organic Sencha?
Organic Sencha is a lighter, simpler certified organic daily cup. Okumidori with Matcha is not organic, but it is a spring Okumidori sencha with matcha coating for stronger first-sip impact, fuller green color, and deeper body.
How is Okumidori with Matcha different from Saemidori?
Both are spring sencha directions. Saemidori is a pure premium sencha with soft sweetness, while Okumidori with Matcha is a spring Okumidori sencha coated with matcha for more color, body, and a clean refreshing finish.
How is Okumidori with Matcha different from matcha powder?
Matcha powder is whisked directly into water. Okumidori with Matcha brews like loose-leaf sencha, with no whisk needed.
Is Okumidori with Matcha organic?
No, it is not certified organic. Choose Organic Sencha or Organic Matcha if certification matters to you.
Can I cold brew Okumidori with Matcha?
Yes. Use 5g of tea with 500ml of cold water and steep in the refrigerator for 3 to 6 hours. Stir before serving.
FAQ
Q. How soon will my order be shipped?
A. We typically ship orders within 1-3 business days. In the rare event that an item is out of stock, it may take longer. If that happens, we will contact you directly to discuss the options.
Q. What is your return policy?
A. If there is a quality issue, damage, defect, or wrong item, please contact us within 30 days so we can arrange a refund or replacement. Unopened tea in its original factory-sealed package and unused tea ware can be returned within 14 days. Opened tea cannot be returned for food-safety reasons. Orders can be cancelled before shipment. Please see our Refund Policy for the full terms.
Q. Is this tea organic?
A. This tea is not certified organic. It is produced in Japan under Japanese agricultural standards. If you are looking specifically for certified organic tea, we recommend our Organic Sencha or Organic Matcha.
Q. Will I have to pay customs and import taxes?
A. For U.S. orders, import duties and related charges are currently handled by ShiZen Tea when applicable, so you should not normally be asked to pay customs charges on delivery. For other countries, customs duties, import taxes, or local fees may vary depending on your country's regulations and may be charged to the buyer. Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure.
Q. Can I track my order?
A. Yes, tracking is available for all orders. Once your order has been shipped, you will receive a confirmation email containing your tracking number and a link to track your package.
Q. How much caffeine does this tea contain?
A. Yes. Like other Japanese green teas, this tea contains caffeine. The exact amount can vary depending on the tea amount, water temperature, and steeping time. If you are sensitive to caffeine, we recommend enjoying it earlier in the day.
Q. How should I store the tea?
A. Please store the tea in a cool, dark place, away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. After opening, seal the package tightly and enjoy it as soon as possible, while the aroma is still fresh.
Q. What payment methods do you accept?
A. We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) as well as PayPal.