Ide, Kyoto
Refined by Wakimoto Jokoen
A Kyoto green-tea specialist with 50+ years in crude-tea refinement. ICHIZEN uses Uji tea selected and processed by Wakimoto Jokoen.
Core Items
Products //
Philosophy
Where Tradition Meets Innovation
The finest tea leaves cultivated across generations in Uji, Kyoto. ICHIZEN adapts their depth of flavor and spirit to a modern, industrial-minimal lifestyle.
A fusion of refined Zen minimalism and sophisticated product design. We deliver moments of stillness and awakening through a single bowl of matcha.
From Leaf to Cup
Process
01
Harvest
First-flush tea leaves hand-picked from single-origin farms in Uji Kyoto during peak season.
02
Shade
20+ days of shade cultivation boosts L-theanine and chlorophyll for deeper umami and vibrant color.
03
Stone Mill
Granite stone mills grind tencha at 40g/hour preserving nutrients and delicate flavor profile.
04
Pack
Nitrogen-flushed UV-protected packaging ensures maximum freshness from Kyoto to your doorstep.
Why ICHIZEN
Proof, Not Adjectives. //
Trust comes from verifiable specifications: origin, refinement, milling speed, and packaging discipline.
Competition-Ranked
Tea-Judging Discipline
Leaves are evaluated through the lens of Kyoto tea-judging craft: appearance, aroma, liquor color, and taste.
40g / HOUR
Slow Stone Milling
Granite mills are kept slow to avoid excess heat and preserve aroma, color, and texture.
Nitrogen Flush
Freshness-Controlled Pack
Packaging is treated as the final quality step, protecting finished matcha from light, oxygen, and moisture.
Announcements
NEWS //
Stories & Culture
Journal //
How Much Matcha per Cup? A Simple Ratio Guide
A calm, practical guide to how much matcha to use per cup, with ratios for usucha, koicha, and matcha latte.
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How to Choose Matcha: A Calm Buying Checklist
A practical guide to choosing high-quality matcha by origin, flavor, freshness, color, aroma, and intended use, writt...
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Best Matcha for Beginners: A Calm Guide to Starting Well
A beginner-friendly guide to choosing matcha that is pleasant to drink, easy to prepare, and versatile enough for usu...
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