Organic Handpicked Sae Midori Ceremonial Matcha

Uji is always renowned as THE place for matcha. But finding an organic matcha that is 100% handpicked is rare, it's so rare that most will give you a look when you ask if they have handpicked organic matcha.  

Saemidori (さえみどり) is a Japanese tea cultivar known for its vibrant green color and a balanced, umami-rich flavor profile. It was developed in the early 1960s in Shizuoka Prefecture, a renowned tea-producing region.

Saemidori is a crossbreed between the Yabukita and Asatsuyu cultivars, aiming to combine the desirable qualities of both parent plants. The result is a cultivar that tends to have a bright green leaf color, a smooth and mellow taste, and a good resistance to diseases.

This cultivar gained popularity for its ability to produce high-quality sencha (steeped green tea) with a pleasant balance of sweetness and umami. Its cultivation has expanded beyond Shizuoka, and Saemidori tea is now produced in various tea-growing regions in Japan.

Saemidori is a notable tea cultivar in Japan, appreciated for its excellent flavor characteristics and adaptability to different growing conditions.