Fuyou

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• 20g — $48.00

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Full Product Name

Fuyou Matcha

Price Size Variants

[ { "size": "20g tin", "price_usd": 48 } ]

Producer

Yasuharu Maeno

Producer Company

Maruyasu, established 1872 (140+ years), Shiga prefecture

Producer Credentials

Level-9 Chashi, one of the most esteemed and respected tea blenders in the country

Cultivar

Blend of Saemidori and Asahi, both grown within Shiga prefecture

Region

Shiga prefecture (east of Kyoto)

Harvest Production Year

2025

Packaging

20g tin

Description

Blended matcha made exclusively with Saemidori and Asahi cultivars grown within Shiga prefecture. When whisked as usucha, presents a sweet and plush profile.

Tasting Notes

[ "Marshmallow root", "Shortbread", "Hotate (scallop)" ]

Flavor Profile Tags

[ "Oceanic", "Earthy", "Umami", "Vegetal" ]

Brewing Instructions

{ "usucha": "Add 2g of sifted matcha and 65ml of hot water (180°F). Vigorously whisk the matcha in a 'Z' pattern with a bamboo whisk until a fine foam appears.", "koicha": "Add 4g of sifted matcha and 30-35ml of water (180°F) and knead gently with a whisk until the matcha is completely mixed and is the texture of paint." }

Brewing Recommendation

Kettl recommends koicha preparation "for the most decadent experience, where the immersive depth of the tea reveals itself."

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Research notes

No certifications, awards, shelf-life information, review ratings, or stock status details provided on this page.

Secondary sources

{
  "rating_or_verdict": "Best High-Grade — $95, ceremonial grade",
  "notes": "Recommended by Michelle Puyane (Chalait owner); 'light, sweet' profile for connoisseurs; listed as out of stock at capture time."
}

{
  "tier": "Tier 2 - Matcha Mommy Approved",
  "price_noted": "$24.99"
}