KIRI Organic Ceremonial Grade Uji Matcha (Okumidori)

KIRI: The Rare 1% of Organic Ceremonial Grade Uji Matcha

Single Cultivar (Okumidori) | Certified Organic | 1st Flush

KIRI is the pinnacle of Ceremonial Grade Matcha craft. While less than 1% of Uji’s matcha achieves JAS organic certification, KIRI goes further: offering a Single Cultivar (Okumidori) experience. Cultivated in the misty highlands of Wazuka, it is a serene, silky-smooth masterpiece defined by deep umami and zero bitterness.

Why KIRI is Exceptional

• Single Cultivar: Just as a fine wine is defined by its grape, KIRI is defined by the 100% Okumidori cultivar. Think of it as a rare, refined varietal prized for its deep emerald brilliance and signature balance of sweetness and umami
• Certified Organic (JAS): Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. KIRI offers the peace of mind of organic purity without the "grassy" bitterness often found in lower-grade organic teas
• Traditional Stone-Milling: To preserve its delicate antioxidants and vibrant hue, the Tencha is ground on granite mills at a meditative pace of just 30g per hour. 
• 1st Flush Spring Harvest: Only the youngest, nutrient-dense leaves from the first spring picking are used, ensuring maximum L-theanine for a calm, sustained energy

Freshness Note: Every tin is sealed immediately after milling in Kyoto to lock in the "living" energy and vibrant aroma of the leaf.

Key Features

+ Ceremonial Grade Uji Matcha

+ Certified Organic by Japanese Agricultural Standards (JAS)

+ Grown in Wazuka, Kyoto, Japan

+ 100% single cultivar - Okumidori

+ Spring Harvest (1st Flush)

+ Stone milled (30g per hour)

+ Net Weight: 30g (Approx. 15 servings)

+ Packaging: Airtight tin can

The Hands Behind the Harvest

Every tin in our collection begins in the mist-covered hills of Wazuka, Uji. We partner exclusively with a 4th generation family estate that treats tea as a living heritage.

Crafted with Integrity:

• Shade-Grown: Plants are shaded for 21 days before harvest to maximize L-theanine and sweetness
• Chemical-Free: Whether JAS-certified or not, our farm follows strict organic protocols, rejecting synthetic pesticides to protect the soil and the soul of the tea
• Slow-Milled: Our leaves are stone-ground at a meditative 30g per hour to preserve the delicate aromas

When you choose Poems Tea Atelier, you are supporting the preservation of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Looking for something more mellow and chocolaty? Try our MATSU Organic Ceremonial Uji Matcha