Tales of Uji - Golden Matcha・Hojicha

Elevate any Occasions with Uji Matcha (or Hojicha) with Edible Gold Glitter Flakes

Step into the poetic world of Uji, where centuries of tea tradition meet refined craftsmanship. This set celebrates the elegance of Kyoto's famed tea region. Each tea, whether vibrant, roasted, or delicately umami, tells a story of soil and skilled hands.

This Golden Tea is perfect for special event such as receptions or celebrations

Gold has long symbolized prosperity and good fortune, making it a meaningful accent for special occasions. In Japan, gold-adorned tea is traditionally enjoyed on New Year’s Day, a moment to reflect on the past year and welcome happiness and prosperity for the future. Today, edible gold is also enjoyed on many celebratory occasions, from festive gatherings and gifting moments to weddings, anniversaries, and elegant hospitality.

For best enjoyment, sprinkle the edible gold glitter flakes over each cup after brewing the tea or preparing matcha/hojicha. As the gold gently floats on the surface, its delicate shimmer enhances the ritual, creating a calm yet celebratory moment to appreciate both beauty and flavor.

This set includes:

• 1 Tales of Uji, please choose with below selection:
  • Uji Matcha "Yume no Ukihashi" - Single origin Okumidori
    • Fresh aroma, velvety texture, and refined, well-balanced flavor highlighted by gentle umami notes.
  • Uji Matcha "Tenarai" - Single origin Okumidori
    • Vibrant aroma and subtle astringency, gracefully transitioning into a deep, lingering umami.
  • Uji Matcha Roasted "Ujihime"
    • Well-balanced cup, subtle toasted notes, satisfying flavor.
  • Uji Hojicha powder "Yadorigi"
    • Sweet, nutty aromas and an exceptionally smooth, velvety texture.
• 1 box of 5 washi paper pouch of edible Gold glitter flakes (each pouch can serve 4 serving of matcha)

Our edible gold glitter flakes are crafted by Yanakin Co., Ltd., a specialist company based in Fukuoka, Japan, dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditional Japanese craft of gold leaf (金箔：kinpaku). Yanakin has over 40 years of expertise in working with gold leaf and metal leaf powders.

The company is deeply committed to maintaining the cultural heritage of Japanese gold leaf, particularly Kanazawa gold leaf, renowned for its exceptional thinness, purity, and brilliance. Rooted in centuries-old craftsmanship, Yanakin’s edible gold leaf is crafted for modern gastronomy while honoring Japan’s artisanal heritage.

Delicate, lightweight, and luminous, these edible gold glitter flakes add an elegant finishing touch to food, confectionery, and beverages, meeting the highest standards of quality and safety.

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.