Ogurayama by Yamamasa Koyamaen

Yamamasa Koyamaen – Ogurayama Matcha (40 g)

High Ceremonial Grade | Uji, Kyoto | Deep Umami & Elegant Sweetness

From the heart of Uji, Kyoto — Japan’s most revered matcha region — comes Ogurayama, one of Yamamasa Koyamaen’s most celebrated ceremonial blends. Named after the rolling hills of Ogurayama, this matcha reflects the estate’s centuries-old pursuit of purity, harmony, and depth.

🍵 Tasting Profile

• Flavor: Refined layers of deep umami with a soft, lingering sweetness

• Aroma: Fresh, verdant, and subtly floral with roasted-green undertones

• Texture: Luxuriously smooth and creamy, whisking to a luminous jade foam

• Finish: Long, mellow aftertaste with notes of white chocolate and seaweed

🌿 About the Producer
Founded in the early 1600s, Yamamasa Koyamaen is one of Uji’s most prestigious tea houses, supplying matcha to tea schools and connoisseurs across Japan. Ogurayama is crafted from hand-picked, first-harvest (ichibancha) leaves shaded for up to 30 days and slowly stone-milled to preserve color, aroma, and umami richness.

✨ Perfect For
A premium choice for koicha (thick tea) or usucha (thin tea). Its refined balance and gentle depth make it ideal for formal tea ceremonies, specialty cafés, or moments of quiet indulgence.