Gokasho Organic Samidori

Pricing as disclosed

• 20g — $85.00

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Full Product Name

Gokasho Organic Samidori Matcha

Price Size Variants

[ { "size": "20g tin", "price_usd": 85 } ]

Producer

The Furukawa Family (husband and wife duo)

Region

Gokasho, Uji (south of Kyoto, Japan)

Cultivar

Samidori (single cultivar)

Harvest Production Year

2025

Certifications

[ "Organic - 100% organic fertilizer blend used" ]

Awards

In 2025, their teas placed first overall in both the regional Kansai tea fair and the national tea fair

Tasting Notes

[ "Brazil nut", "Cashew butter", "Microgreens" ]

Flavor Profile Tags

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

Cultivation Details

Shaded for 20 days under synthetic netting to concentrate flavor and aroma. Produced from newer bushes utilizing a new 100% organic blend of nutrient denser fertilizer.

Brewing Instructions

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

Packaging

20g tin container

Description

Character-driven single cultivar offering; described as "the most stunning organic tea we have come across".

Shelf Life

Review Ratings

Stock Status

Research notes

No specific shelf life, stock status, or customer review ratings disclosed on 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"
}