✨[YTAG] Dreaming Matcha – Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro Matcha Powder

Description

Ceremonial Grade Yame Gyokuro Matcha is one of Japan’s rarest and most prestigious green teas, presented in powdered form. This exceptional tea is made by finely grinding 100% Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro, Japan’s highest-ranked shaded tea, produced in extremely limited quantities and reserved for the most refined tea experiences.

This is a ceremonial-grade gyokuro powder crafted from tea leaves grown exclusively in Yame, Fukuoka, under strict, government-recognized standards. The tea is made only from the softest new buds, hand-picked at peak freshness, and cultivated using traditional shelf-shaded methods that avoid direct covering of the tea bushes. The plants are left untrimmed and grown in their natural posture, while shading is achieved exclusively with natural straw and reeds, never chemical fibers.

These uncompromising methods result in a tea exceptionally high in amino acids and theanine, producing profound umami, mellow sweetness, and virtually no bitterness. The powder displays a vivid emerald-green color with a glossy sheen and releases a refined “Ooika” aroma, a distinctive nori-like fragrance unique to true gyokuro.

“Yame Dentou Hon Gyokuro,” or Traditional Yame Gyokuro, is a protected designation awarded only to teas that meet rigorous cultivation and production requirements. This tea has been officially recognized with Japan’s Geographical Indication (GI) certification, confirming its authenticity, origin, and traditional craftsmanship.

Yame gyokuro is widely regarded as Japan’s finest due to both natural conditions and human expertise. Grown in the mountainous regions of Yame City, the tea benefits from cool temperatures, abundant rainfall, and frequent morning mist. More than 200 dedicated tea artisans continue to refine their skills across generations, contributing to Yame’s consistent top rankings in Japan’s national tea competitions, where flavor, aroma, color, and overall refinement are judged at the highest level.

Unlike standard matcha, this product is made by grinding entire gyokuro leaves into a fine powder. This rare format allows the drinker to experience gyokuro’s deep umami in a new way, whether enjoyed simply with water or incorporated into refined culinary creations such as premium Japanese sweets and desserts.

Lower-temperature preparation brings out the tea’s natural sweetness and amino acids while suppressing bitterness and caffeine, allowing its complexity to unfold slowly and elegantly.

Each order is presented in a traditional Japanese paulownia wood box. Paulownia has long been prized in Japan for its ability to protect contents from humidity and pests, making it ideal for preserving precious tea. After use, the box may be repurposed as an elegant storage container.

This tea contains no sugar, additives, coloring, fragrance, or salt. It may be enjoyed purely with water, with milk, or used freely in high-end culinary applications.

Often referred to as “The Drop of Heaven,” this legendary tea is now available in its purest powdered form.

Origin

Yame, Fukuoka, Japan

Tea Type

Gyokuro Powder (Matcha-style)

Certification

Geographical Indication (GI) Certified

Available Sizes

100g / 300g / 500g / 1kg

Recommended Preparation

Water temperature: 40–60°C (104–140°F)

Steeping time: 1–2 minutes

Best enjoyed slowly to fully appreciate its umami and aroma

Storage Guidance

Store in a refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness. Refrigerated storage preserves quality for approximately 1–2 years, while freezer storage extends freshness further. Avoid strong odors, as tea readily absorbs surrounding scents. The expiration date is a guideline based on cool, dark storage conditions.