Kitagawa Hanbee Ichiban Cha Matcha (1kg)
Single-origin stone-milled matcha from Uji, Kyoto
USD 599.99
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Ichiban Cha - Kitagawa Hanbee (Uji, Kyoto)
Selected from first-harvest leaves in Uji, Kyoto, Ichiban Cha is a matcha of spring leaf aroma balanced by gentle creamy sweetness.
Color: Deep moss green · highly saturated hue
Aroma: Spring leaf · toasted nori · fresh-cut greens
Texture: Dense and creamy · rounded body · lingering smoothness
Flavor: Milky sweetness · balanced umami · gentle finishing
Benefits: Composed and steady suited for slow mornings and focused work
Flavour profile
Ichiban — Limited First Harvest
Spring leaf · Fresh-cut greens · Toasted nori
Sensory evaluation scored 1–5 by our tea master.
- Origin
- Uji, Japan
- Cultivar
- Yabukita
- Lead time
- 45 days
- Recommended for
- Straight · Milk-based · Dessert · Signature drinks
Choosing your matcha
How to Pick Your Matcha
01
For Daily Lattes
Choose a versatile ceremonial grade like NagiSakura or Seifu. Their balanced umami and subtle sweetness shine through milk and plant-based alternatives without overpowering the drink.
02
For Straight Tea
Reach for Ichiban or WakabaKaze. These first-harvest picks carry a smoother, more delicate profile with lower bitterness and a lasting finish — ideal for traditional usucha.
03
For Dessert & Signatures
Hojicha KinSan brings roasted, caramel notes that pair beautifully with sweet dishes. Pair it with NagiSakura or Seifu for layered signature drinks and pastries.