Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen Matcha 20g – Premium Japanese Matcha from Kyoto

★★★★★ Premium Japanese Matcha for Traditional Drinking

Brand: Marukyu Koyamaen
Product: Yugen (又玄)
Net Weight: 20g
Packaging: Can / Tin
Origin: Japan
Product Type: Premium Japanese Matcha
Collection: Principal Matcha
Best For: Traditional Matcha, Usucha & Premium Daily Drinking
Best-Before Period: 7 Months

Discover Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen in a Freshness-Friendly 20g Can

Experience the refined balance of Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen Matcha 20g, one of the best-known matcha selections from the renowned Japanese tea producer Marukyu Koyamaen.

Yugen (又玄) is characterized by a refreshing grassy aroma and a beautifully balanced flavor between mild bitterness and umami.

Part of Marukyu Koyamaen's Principal Matcha collection, Yugen offers an excellent step beyond everyday matcha for customers looking for a more refined Japanese matcha experience.

The compact 20g can is particularly suitable for first-time Yugen buyers, occasional matcha drinkers, or anyone who prioritizes freshness over larger package sizes.

Why You'll Love Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen 20g

• Authentic Japanese Matcha – Produced by Marukyu Koyamaen.
• Principal Matcha Selection – Part of Marukyu Koyamaen's core matcha range.
• Refreshing Grassy Aroma – One of Yugen's defining characteristics.
• Balanced Flavor – A pleasant harmony between mild bitterness and umami.
• Premium Drinking Matcha – Best appreciated as traditional Japanese matcha.
• Pairs Well with Sweets – Excellent alongside Japanese and Western confectionery.
• One of Marukyu Koyamaen's Best-Known Matcha – A popular choice for exploring the brand.
• 20g Can – Ideal for first-time buyers and freshness.
• Approximately 10 Servings – Based on around 2g of matcha per bowl.

Taste & Flavor Profile

Yugen offers a refined balance rather than emphasizing extreme sweetness, bitterness, or umami.

Its refreshing grassy aroma is followed by satisfying umami, gentle bitterness, and fresh green tea character.

Taste Profile

Umami: ★★★★☆
Sweetness: ★★★☆☆
Bitterness: ★★☆☆☆
Astringency: ★★☆☆☆
Body: ★★★★☆
Aroma: ★★★★☆

Tasting Notes

Refreshing Grass · Gentle Umami · Fresh Greens · Mild Bitterness · Balanced Finish

Yugen's balanced character makes it an excellent choice for customers ready to explore a more refined matcha without immediately moving into Marukyu Koyamaen's highest-level selections.

What Is Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen?

Yugen (又玄) is one of Marukyu Koyamaen's Principal Matcha selections.

Marukyu Koyamaen describes Yugen as having a refreshing grassy aroma with a well-balanced flavor positioned between mild bitterness and umami.

The producer also identifies Yugen as one of its best-known matcha products.

This combination of recognition, balance, and traditional drinking quality makes Yugen an excellent introduction to the more premium side of the Marukyu Koyamaen range.

About Marukyu Koyamaen

Marukyu Koyamaen (丸久小山園) is a renowned Japanese tea producer with approximately 300 years of history rooted in Ogura, Uji, Kyoto.

With a philosophy centered around making tea with quality as the highest priority, Marukyu Koyamaen produces a broad selection of Japanese green teas ranging from everyday matcha to prestigious teas for traditional Japanese tea preparation.

Its Principal Matcha collection includes well-known selections such as:

• Aoarashi
• Isuzu
• Chigi no Shiro
• Yugen
• Wako
• Kinrin
• Unkaku
• Eiju
• Choan
• Tenju

Within this collection, Yugen offers an attractive balance between accessibility and a more refined traditional matcha experience.

Best Way to Enjoy Yugen

Traditional Matcha

For your first experience with Yugen, we recommend preparing it simply with warm water.

Suggested preparation:

• 1.5–2g Yugen Matcha
• 60–70ml water
• Water temperature: approximately 75–80°C / 167–176°F

How to Prepare

1. Warm your matcha bowl and bamboo whisk.
2. Empty the water and dry the bowl.
3. Sift approximately 1.5–2g of Yugen into the bowl.
4. Add 60–70ml of warm water.
5. Whisk briskly in an “M” or “W” motion.
6. Continue until smooth with a fine layer of foam.
7. Enjoy immediately.

Try your first bowl without milk or sweetener to experience Yugen's natural balance of grassy aroma, mild bitterness, and umami.

Yugen & Japanese Sweets

Marukyu Koyamaen notes that Yugen pairs particularly well with confectionery.

Try enjoying it alongside:

• Wagashi
• Mochi
• Daifuku
• Yokan
• Dorayaki
• Monaka
• Light cakes
• Cookies

The sweetness of confectionery complements Yugen's mild bitterness while allowing its refreshing aroma and umami to remain noticeable.

Is Yugen Good for Matcha Lattes?

Yes.

Yugen can be used to create a smooth premium matcha latte, but its drinking quality is best appreciated with water.

For a latte, try:

• 3g Yugen
• 40–50ml warm water
• 150–180ml milk
• Sweetener, optional

Sift the matcha, whisk with warm water until smooth, then add hot or cold milk.

Because the 20g can is relatively small, customers who primarily make 3–4g matcha lattes every day may find the larger Yugen 40g or 100g formats more practical.

Why Choose Yugen 20g?

The 20g can is one of the best formats for discovering Yugen.

At approximately 2g per traditional serving: 20g ≈ 10 bowls of matcha

This makes it particularly suitable for:

• First-time Yugen buyers
• Customers exploring Marukyu Koyamaen
• Occasional matcha drinkers
• Customers prioritizing freshness
• Customers comparing several Japanese matcha
• Gift sets and matcha tasting collections
• Customers who want to try Yugen before buying a larger size

Instead of committing immediately to a 40g or 100g package, the 20g format provides an accessible way to discover whether Yugen matches your taste preferences.

Is Yugen Ceremonial Grade Matcha?

Yugen is frequently described internationally as a ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha because it is a premium drinking-quality matcha.

However, “ceremonial grade” is not an official standardized Japanese matcha classification.

Marukyu Koyamaen officially categorizes Yugen within its Principal Matcha collection.

For Kisshomori, a more accurate primary description is:

Premium Japanese drinking matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen.

“Ceremonial matcha” can still be used as a supporting search term to help customers understand the intended quality and use of the product.

Is Yugen Culinary Matcha?

Yugen should not primarily be categorized as culinary matcha.

Marukyu Koyamaen maintains a separate range of matcha specifically intended for cooking and food applications.

Yugen belongs to the producer's Principal Matcha collection and is better suited to traditional drinking.

While it can certainly be used for premium matcha lattes and selected desserts, customers who primarily bake or make heavily sweetened drinks may find a dedicated culinary matcha more practical.

Who Should Choose Yugen 20g?

Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen 20g is particularly suitable for:

• First-time Yugen buyers
• Marukyu Koyamaen beginners
• Traditional matcha drinkers
• Japanese tea enthusiasts
• Customers comparing premium matcha
• Customers prioritizing freshness
• Occasional matcha drinkers
• Customers building matcha tasting sets
• Customers upgrading from everyday matcha
• Customers looking for premium Japanese matcha in Canada

Product Details

Product Information	Details
Product Name	Yugen (又玄)
Brand	Marukyu Koyamaen
Collection	Principal Matcha
Net Weight	20g
Packaging	Can / Tin
SKU	1171020C1
Flavor Profile	Grassy, Balanced, Umami & Mildly Bitter
Best For	Traditional Matcha & Premium Drinking
Approx. Servings	About 10 servings at 2g each
Best-Before Period	7 Months

How to Store Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen

Matcha is sensitive to oxygen, heat, moisture, light, and strong odors.

For best freshness:

• Keep the can tightly sealed.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• Keep away from heat and humidity.
• Store away from strongly scented foods.
• Always use clean and dry utensils.
• Store in a dark, cool cabinet or refrigerator.
• Minimize the amount of time the can remains open.

If refrigerated, allow the sealed can to approach room temperature before opening to help reduce condensation.

The compact 20g format makes Yugen particularly convenient for customers who want to finish their matcha relatively quickly after opening.

Why Buy Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen 20g from Kisshomori?

At Kisshomori, we curate authentic Japanese matcha for customers across Canada who want to explore the craftsmanship and diversity of Japan's respected tea producers.

Choose Marukyu Koyamaen Yugen Matcha 20g if you're looking for:

• Authentic Japanese matcha
• Matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen
• A premium traditional drinking experience
• Balanced umami and mild bitterness
• Refreshing grassy aroma
• A small freshness-friendly 20g can
• An introduction to Yugen before buying a larger size
• Premium Japanese matcha available in Canada

If you're curious about Yugen but aren't ready for a larger package, the 20g can is an ideal starting point for discovering one of Marukyu Koyamaen's best-known matcha selections.

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