Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori Matcha 150g - Premium Japanese Matcha

★★★★★ Premium Japanese Drinking Matcha

Brand: Yamamasa Koyamaen
Product: Samidori (さみどり)
Net Weight: 150g
Origin: Japan
Tea Type: Japanese Matcha
Best For: Usucha, Everyday Drinking & Matcha Latte
Ingredients: 100% Japanese Green Tea

Smooth, Balanced Japanese Matcha for Everyday Drinking

Discover the smooth and approachable character of Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori Matcha 150g, an authentic Japanese drinking matcha produced by the historic tea maker Yamamasa Koyamaen.

Samidori is an excellent choice for matcha lovers who want to enjoy authentic Japanese matcha regularly without excessive bitterness or astringency. Its balanced profile combines fresh green tea character, gentle umami, subtle sweetness, and a clean finish.

The generous 150g format is especially suitable for frequent matcha drinkers, families, and Yamamasa Koyamaen enthusiasts who prefer a larger size for their daily matcha ritual.

Enjoy Samidori traditionally as usucha, whisk it into your morning matcha, or use it to create a smooth hot or iced matcha latte.

Why You'll Love Samidori Matcha

• Authentic Japanese Matcha – Produced by the respected Japanese tea maker Yamamasa Koyamaen.
• Smooth Everyday Flavor – An approachable profile designed for regular drinking.
• Mild Bitterness & Astringency – A good choice for customers who prefer a softer matcha experience.
• Suitable for Usucha – Enjoy traditionally with warm water.
• Versatile for Matcha Drinks – Works well in hot matcha, iced matcha, and matcha lattes.
• Large 150g Format – Ideal for frequent matcha drinkers.
• Excellent Everyday Value – Approximately 75–100 servings depending on preparation.

Taste & Flavor Profile

Samidori offers an approachable expression of Japanese matcha that emphasizes balance and drinkability.

Rather than intense bitterness, expect a smoother combination of vegetal freshness, mild umami, gentle sweetness, and a clean finish.

Taste Profile

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

Tasting Notes

Fresh Greens · Mild Umami · Gentle Sweetness · Soft Bitterness · Smooth Body · Clean Finish

Its restrained bitterness makes Samidori particularly approachable for customers who want to drink matcha regularly with water.

What Is Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori?

Samidori (さみどり) is part of Yamamasa Koyamaen's Japanese matcha lineup and is particularly suited to customers looking for an accessible matcha for regular drinking.

Its smooth character makes it a natural choice for usucha, the traditional thin preparation of matcha.

For customers transitioning from sweetened matcha lattes toward traditional matcha with water, Samidori is also an approachable place to begin.

The larger 150g size provides the same everyday versatility in a format better suited to customers who consume matcha frequently.

About Yamamasa Koyamaen

Yamamasa Koyamaen is a historic Japanese tea producer with deep roots in Japan's traditional tea culture.

With generations of expertise in tea cultivation, processing, evaluation, and blending, Yamamasa Koyamaen produces a wide range of Japanese teas and matcha for different tastes, occasions, and preparation styles.

Its matcha collection ranges from accessible everyday selections to refined teas intended for traditional Japanese tea preparation.

Samidori represents an approachable part of this range, combining authentic Japanese matcha character with the versatility required for everyday drinking.

Best Ways to Enjoy Samidori

Traditional Usucha

Samidori can be enjoyed traditionally as usucha, or thin matcha.

Recommended preparation:

• 1.5–2g Samidori Matcha
• Approximately 70ml water
• Water temperature: around 75–80°C / 167–176°F

Sift the matcha into a dry matcha bowl.

Add warm water and whisk briskly with a bamboo chasen until smooth with a fine layer of foam.

Enjoy immediately.

Everyday Matcha Latte

For a smooth hot or iced latte:

• 3–4g Samidori Matcha
• 40–50ml warm water
• 150–180ml milk or plant-based alternative
• Sweetener, optional

Whisk the matcha with warm water until completely smooth.

Add steamed milk for a hot latte or pour over cold milk and ice for a refreshing iced matcha latte.

Matcha Drinks

The larger 150g format also makes Samidori convenient for regular matcha drinks such as:

• Iced matcha
• Matcha latte
• Matcha tonic
• Matcha smoothies
• Matcha lemonade
• Café-style matcha beverages

Who Should Choose Samidori 150g?

Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori 150g is particularly suitable for:

• Daily matcha drinkers
• Traditional usucha drinkers
• Matcha beginners
• Yamamasa Koyamaen enthusiasts
• Customers who prefer lower bitterness
• Hot and iced matcha drinkers
• Matcha latte lovers
• Households that consume matcha frequently
• Customers looking for a larger Japanese matcha format

Using approximately 2g per serving, 150g provides around 75 servings.

At approximately 1.5g per traditional serving, it can provide around 100 servings.

Product Details

How to Store Samidori Matcha

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

For optimal freshness:

• Keep the package tightly sealed after every use.
• Store in a cool, dark place.
• Avoid direct sunlight and humidity.
• Refrigerate after opening when possible.
• If refrigerated, allow the sealed package to approach room temperature before opening to reduce condensation.
• Enjoy relatively soon after opening for the best color, aroma, and flavor.

Because this is a larger 150g format, careful storage is especially important if you consume matcha slowly.

Why Buy Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori from Kisshomori?

At Kisshomori, we curate authentic Japanese matcha for tea lovers across Canada who want to explore the craftsmanship and diversity of Japanese tea.

Choose Yamamasa Koyamaen Samidori Matcha 150g if you're looking for:

• Authentic Japanese matcha
• Matcha from a respected Japanese tea producer
• Smooth flavor with restrained bitterness
• Matcha suitable for traditional usucha
• A versatile option for hot and iced matcha
• A larger 150g format for frequent drinking
• Premium Japanese matcha available in Canada

Whether you're whisking a quiet morning bowl or preparing an iced matcha in the afternoon, Samidori offers an approachable way to make authentic Japanese matcha part of your everyday routine.

Shipping

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