Yamamasa Koyamaen Matsukaze

Uji Matcha from Kyoto, Japan

Matsukaze (松風) is an entry-level ceremonial matcha from Yamamasa Koyamaen, a historic tea producer based in Uji, Kyoto. Positioned as an accessible daily option in their traditional lineup, this tea is crafted through gogumi (master blending) to deliver a crisp, light-bodied bowl with a clean, refreshing character.

Its brisk profile and mild structure make Matsukaze an easy choice for everyday usucha (thin tea), iced matcha, or as a vibrant base for matcha lattes.

Flavor Profile

Matsukaze features a bright emerald color and a light, brisk mouthfeel. On the palate, it delivers classic fresh tea leaf notes with a gentle, refreshing astringency that gives the cup clean definition. It finishes crisp and bright, allowing it to hold up well when mixed with milk or enjoyed cold.

Traditional Heritage Blend (Gogumi)

Matsukaze is crafted using gogumi, the traditional practice of master blending. Yamamasa Koyamaen selects first-flush spring tencha and stone-mills the leaf at their facility in Uji, Kyoto, maintaining a consistent flavor, aroma, and color across harvests.

Best For

Matsukaze is particularly suited to:

• Usucha (thin tea)
• Daily matcha rituals
• Iced matcha
• Matcha lattes and mixed beverages

Its brisk body and pleasant astringency allow its flavor to cut clearly through milk in lattes, while whisking into a light, refreshing bowl of daily thin tea.

How to Prepare Matsukaze

Usucha (Thin Tea)

You will need:

• 1.5–2g matcha
• 60–70ml water
• Water at 75–80°C / 167–176°F
• Bamboo whisk (chasen)
• Matcha bowl (chawan)
• Sifter

Steps:

1. Sift the matcha into a warmed chawan.
2. Add the hot water.
3. Whisk briskly in a W or M motion until a fine layer of froth forms.
4. Enjoy immediately.

About Yamamasa Koyamaen

Yamamasa Koyamaen is a historic Japanese tea producer founded in 1861 and based in Uji, Kyoto. The company operates as a traditional merchant house, managing everything from tea cultivation to refinement and stone-milling, and is highly regarded across Japan for its strict standards and expertise in gogumi (tea blending).

Product Details

Product: Matsukaze Matcha

Producer: Yamamasa Koyamaen

Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan

Harvest: First Flush / Spring

Preparation: Usucha

Best For: Daily thin tea (usucha), iced matcha, and matcha lattes

Storage

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors. Minimize exposure to air to help preserve freshness and aroma.