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Tea is the art of living

POEMS is a boutique tea atelier based in Sydney, dedicated to the craft & culture of tea.

We travel throughout Japan to curate exceptional teas and handmade ceramic works from family tea farmers and independent artisans. Every piece is chosen for its authenticity, craftsmanship & the story it carries.

We believe tea is never just what you drink. It is the leaf, the vessel, the maker, and the ritual they create together.

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our team member walks alongside the tea farmer on a path lined with green hedges and trees under a clear blue sky

From our Atelier to You

At POEMS, we believe that the finest tea is never the result of a single hand, It is a shared effort.

Every year we travel across Japan, visiting tea gardens, family kilns and independent studios.

We spend time with the people behind each craft, learning how tea is grown and how clay is shaped before selecting a small collection to bring back to Australia.

We curate directly from the makers.

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Vibrant Green matcha powder inside a matcha bowl

What makes POEMS Matcha different?

The Rare 1% of Uji

Most matcha is mass-produced. Ours comes from a single 4th-generation family farm in Wazuka, Uji, a valley that has been shaping the world's finest matcha for 800 years, and where less than 1% of production is certified organic. That is the 1% we source. By rejecting chemicals and honoring tradition, we capture a level of purity that mass-market brands simply cannot reach.

  • Certified Organic (JAS): Grown without pesticides, synthetic fertilisers, or chemical additives
  • 21-Day Shading: Elevates L-theanine, deepens umami, and produces that signature vivid green
  • 1st Flush Only: Spring-harvested Tencha for peak flavour, aroma, and nutritional density
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  • JAS logo with three interlocking circles and a leaf symbol on a white background

    The Rare 1% Organic

    Matcha & Teas grown without chemical, pesticides or synthetic fertiliser

  • Black silhouette of a teapot, cups, and a vase on a white background

    Artist-made Teaware

    Authentic handmade works of art by master artisans from historical kilns in Japan

  • Black delivery truck icon with a logo on a white background

    Ship from Sydney

    Orders ship out within 2 business days via Australia Post

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Let customers speak for us

from 36 reviews

Aromatic and refreshing

Cheryl
Organic Japanese Sencha - Loose Leaf Green Tea | KIKYŌ by POEMS

Found my new favourite, my only go-to now!

Alex
Organic Ceremonial Matcha Powder – Uji Kyoto, Saemidori | MATSU by POEMS

I think that I have a new favourite tea. I found that the flavour of the Organic Yuzu Wakoucha is refreshing and delicious, so much so that after my first cup I had to follow up with a second cup, and now I look forward to each cup. I highly recommend this tea.

A Potter
Organic Japanese Yuzu Black Tea Bags | HAGI by POEMS | Miyazaki

Love the yuzu kick! Refreshing!

Robert Jr.
Organic Japanese Yuzu Black Tea Bags | HAGI by POEMS | Miyazaki

Thanks Poems for introducing this Japanese black tea to me. It’s beautifully balanced unlike the black tea that I had before. It got this fruity kick that I really enjoyed.

Sebastian Sullivan
Organic Japanese Wakoucha - Loose Leaf Black Tea | BIWA by POEMS

I picked up the HARIZURI Shigaraki-yaki teacup & organic tea set and honestly really like it. The cup is beautifully crafted and has that simple, earthy look that just makes tea time nicer.

The teas are super easy to enjoy too. The genmaicha has that warm, toasty vibe, and the bancha is light and smooth with no bitterness.

Just a really nice set for everyday use. Would definitely recommend.

Oscar
The Heritage Set - Shigaraki Artisan Cup & Organic Shizuoka Teas

Love it! Fresh and aromatic tea with a perfectly balanced yuzu flavour. The citrus note is just right and works beautifully with the green tea. Very enjoyable and refreshing, definitely a must-try!

Juls
Organic Japanese Yuzu Green Tea Bags | KATSURA by POEMS | Miyazaki

Really nice tea. The green tea is smooth, and the yuzu adds a subtle, refreshing flavor.

Jerry
Organic Japanese Yuzu Green Tea Bags | KATSURA by POEMS | Miyazaki

HAGI Japanese Yuzu Wakoucha is such an easy tea to enjoy. The black tea is smooth and mellow, with just a light touch of yuzu that adds a fresh citrus note without overpowering it.

Iris
Organic Japanese Yuzu Black Tea Bags | HAGI by POEMS | Miyazaki

Beautiful handmade cups, they are even more stunning in real life. They make the whole tea experience a little bit more special

Chloe
USUKI - Handmade Shigaraki-ware Ceramic Teacup

It’s sweet and crisp, a green tea I’ve never tried before. Love it!

Ellen
Organic Japanese Sencha - Loose Leaf Green Tea | KIKYŌ by POEMS

Beautiful teapot, very happy! Will purchase again.

James Rogerson
Tokoname-yaki Back-handle Kyusu by Gyokko-gama - Handmade Japanese Teapot | TOBIKANNA

An absolute delight!
So interesting and unusual being a roasted green tea but not as caramel/cacao as a Hojicha.
Unami being Hazelnut, popcorn and a touch of seaweed too.
Great product
Excellent service too

Tobias
Organic Japanese Roasted Sencha - Loose Leaf Green Tea | ICHOU by POEMS

I always love genmaicha but this one is next level! The burst of aroma from the rice & the tea is so vivid yet so well balanced. Have it every evening now

Nat
Organic Japanese Genmaicha - Loose Leaf Brown Rice Green Tea | KUNUGI by POEMS

Thanks for the demonstration and showing me how to find my golden ratio. It’s a next level experience and is fun! Look forward to seeing you again in the markets =)

Alejando Romero
Organic Ceremonial Matcha Powder – Uji Kyoto, Saemidori | MATSU by POEMS