Okunishirokuhoen-Houun

Okunishirokuhoen-HouunOkunishirokuhoen stands out as a premium brand of Japanese green tea, celebrated for its exceptional, finely ground matcha. Produced with meticulous care and time honored techniques, this matcha delivers a smooth, rich flavor that perfectly balances umami and sweetness. It's a truly remarkable choice for tea enthusiasts. The company began cultivating, manufacturing, and selling tea in 1865, and is currently run by the fifth generation owner, Kazuo

Okunishirokuhoen stands out as a premium brand of Japanese green tea, celebrated for its exceptional, finely ground matcha. Produced with meticulous care and time-honored techniques, this matcha delivers a smooth, rich flavor that perfectly balances umami and sweetness. It's a truly remarkable choice for tea enthusiasts.

The company began cultivating, manufacturing, and selling tea in 1865, and is currently run by the fifth generation owner, Kazuo Okunishi. The company supplies tea to the Imperial Household, and is the favorite tea of Daiki Tachibana, the head priest of Daitokuji Temple, and is wholesaled to Kitcho Arashiyama, Kamakura Engakuji Temple, and other places.

Houun has a well-rounded balance profile. This matcha boasts the aroma of fresh tea leaves with a hint of roasted seaweed and fruity notes. It's bold with a slight bitterness but no astringency. You'll appreciate its rich umami flavor, accompanied by a sweet and creamy finish!

• Aroma: vibrant and re

  freshing, this has grassy and sweet undertones complemented by enticing floral notes. 

• Taste: a bold umami profile that is rich and sweet, delivering a creamy texture balanced with a pleasant mild bitterness.