Matcha Addict Set - Tales of Uji

Perfect for Matcha Lovers!

Taste the ultimate matcha experience with our Matcha Addict Set. Ideal for matcha enthusiasts looking to savor and enhance the rich flavors of high-quality matcha. Enjoy a delicious cup of matcha paired with delectable matcha-coated almonds and creamy matcha milk jam on your favorite toast or croissant!

**Please be careful with the term "ceremonial" as it doesn't have any clear definition and is not used here in Japan. We prefer to talk in terms of Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea), which refer to method of preparation used during tea ceremonies.

Please choose your matcha between:

- Uji Matcha "Yume no Ukihashi"- Single origin Okumidori
- Uji Matcha "Tenarai" - Single origin Okumidori
- Uji Matcha Roasted "Ujihime"

Our stone-ground matcha from Uji is celebrated for its mellow and smooth flavor and high foamability. This matcha is perfect for both Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea), ideal for traditional Japanese tea ceremonies.

This set also includes:

Uji-Kyoto Matcha Coated Almonds 52g (1.83oz):

An exquisite fusion of tradition and taste with Uji-Kyoto Matcha Coated Almonds, the ultimate teatime delight! Crafted to perfection, these almonds are delicately enveloped in a luscious Uji-matcha coating, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Savor the rich, slightly bitter notes of matcha perfectly complementing the crunchy, toasty almonds.

Uji Matcha Milk Jam 110g (3.88oz):

Crafted with premium milk from Hokkaido, this delectable jam combines the rich, flavorsome taste of Uji matcha with the gentle, creamy texture of boiled-down milk.

This jam adds a touch of elegance to any dish. Its balance with sweetness complements the matcha's rich taste. It is a pure delight. Consume promptly after opening and store in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness.

※ All products are free from artificial additives, ensuring a natural and pure matcha experience.

Tales of Uji:

Sourced from Generations of Expertise

Supervised by Masayuki Yamashita, Tea Master of Kojimachaen plantation.

The matcha in our Tales of Uji series has been curated and supervised by Masayuki Yamashita, the 6th-generation tea master of Kojimachaen plantation, a renowned tea producer with nearly 200 years of heritage in Shirakawa, Uji, Kyoto.

A recipient of 1st place at the 66th National Tea Appraisal Skills Competition and four-time winner of the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award at the National Tea Competitions, Yamashita-san brings an exceptional sensory expertise and an unwavering dedication to crafting the finest tea, every single day.

A Tribute to Uji's Rich Heritage

With over 800 years of tea-related history, Uji is one of Japan’s most esteemed tea-producing regions, especially celebrated for its exceptional matcha and gyokuro.

However, Uji is more than just the home of exquisite tea, it is also a place rich in cultural heritage. The city serves as the setting for The Tale of Genji, one of Japan’s most iconic literary masterpieces, adding timeless depth to its legacy.

In the final chapters of this classic, we encounter Ukifune, a character embodying mystery and allure. As the illegitimate daughter of the Eighth Prince, she is torn between two loves and ultimately chooses a path of renunciation and serenity by becoming a Buddhist nun.

Inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, we honor this ephemeral and dreamlike essence by depicting Ukifune in all her grace. Her silhouette, draped in a Heian-era kimono, fades into the flowing movement of her hair, symbolizing both the fleeting nature of dreams and the impermanence central to The Tale of Genji. This transient beauty mirrors the suspended moment offered by each sip of matcha, a brief escape into a world of flavor and tradition.