Name: 100% Organic Japanese Matcha – First Spring Harvest (50 g)
Brand: Premium Health Japan
SKU: ORG-JP-50G
Price: 33.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

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This Gokō matcha, also known as Gokou matcha, is a single origin, single cultivar Japanese green tea powder produced in Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Crafted from shade grown tea plants on a historic family farm in Wazuka, this ceremonial-grade matcha powder offers a pure expression of the Gokou cultivar, without blending or additives.

Harvested during the first harvest of spring, only the youngest tea leaves are selected from the tea plants and carefully processed into tencha leaves. These leaves are then stone milled slowly using traditional granite mills, preserving aroma, amino acids, chlorophyll, and L-theanine. The result is a fine, vibrant green matcha powder with rich umami, natural sweetness, and smooth mouthfeel.

Gokō matcha is known for its full bodied flavor, creaminess, and balanced sweetness that lingers on the palate. It mixes easily with hot water, whisks smoothly without clumps, and creates a frothy texture ideal for traditional preparation. This matcha is suitable for thin tea (usucha), thick tea, and modern drinks such as matcha latte.

Because single cultivar Gokou matcha represents only a small portion of Uji’s total matcha production, quantities are limited each harvest. This 30 g tin is offered as a seasonal release for those seeking exceptional quality and cultivar purity.

Colour: Vibrant green color with excellent brightness, a visual indicator of high-quality matcha.

Texture: Smooth, creamy, and silky, producing a fine, frothy surface when whisked with a bamboo whisk.

Aroma: Sweet and pleasant signature aroma with notes of cream, roasted nuts, and subtle dark chocolate.

Taste: Rich umami with balanced sweetness, mild nuttiness, and a clean finish that does not overpower the palate.

Ideal For: Thin tea, matcha latte, daily ceremonial drinking, or those seeking a smooth, non-bitter green tea powder.

Gokō matcha / Gokou matcha – single cultivar Japanese matcha
Single origin matcha from Kyoto, Japan
First harvest, pesticide free tea leaves from shade grown tea plants
Traditional stone milled matcha powder
Smooth texture with rich umami and balanced sweetness
Mixes easily and froths well with a bamboo whisk
Suitable for thin tea, thick tea, and matcha latte
Naturally low bitterness
Packed fresh in a 30 g tin
Limited seasonal quantity

Gokō Matcha (Single Cultivar Gokou Matcha)

This single cultivar Gokou matcha is produced exclusively from the Gokō cultivar, a traditional Japanese tea variety developed in Uji and officially released in the mid-20th century. Unlike blended matcha powders, single cultivar matcha highlights the natural flavor profile of the tea plant itself.

Gokō matcha is prized for its creamy body, rich umami, and smooth texture. When prepared correctly, it delivers a calm, balanced drinking experience that many customers describe as naturally sweet and pleasant, without harsh bitterness.

First Harvest, Stone Milled Matcha Powder

Authentic Uji matcha is made by shading tea plants for approximately 20–30 days before harvest. This process increases chlorophyll, amino acids, and L-theanine, contributing to the vibrant green color and smooth taste.

After harvest, the tea leaves are steamed, dried, and de-stemmed to create tencha. These tencha leaves are then stone milled slowly to prevent heat buildup and preserve aroma, nutrients, and freshness. The resulting matcha powder is exceptionally fine and whiskable.

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Matcha Latte & Daily Use

Thanks to its creamy texture and rich umami, Gokō matcha is well suited for matcha latte preparation. It blends smoothly with milk, maintaining color and flavor without becoming bitter.

Many customers enjoy this matcha as a daily drink, appreciating how easily it mixes, how well it froths, and how balanced it tastes from the first sip to the lingering finish.

How to Prepare Gokō Matcha

To prepare traditional thin tea, sift 1–2 grams of matcha powder into a bowl. Add hot water (70–80°C) — avoid boiling water — and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk until smooth and frothy.

This brewing method highlights the matcha’s aroma, natural sweetness, and umami while minimizing bitterness.

Kintsugi tea bowl repaired with gold, placed on tatami mats alongside traditional tea ceremony utensils.

Environmentally Responsible, Naturally Grown

Although not certified organic, this matcha is cultivated using pesticide-free and herbicide-free methods, preserving the health of the soil and the surrounding ecosystem.

This responsible approach is one of the reasons the colour and aroma remain exceptionally vivid.

Single Origin Matcha from Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto is regarded as the benchmark region for ceremonial grade matcha. Its climate, soil, and centuries-old cultivation techniques have shaped Japanese green tea culture.

This single origin Gokō matcha reflects that heritage, offering a refined, smooth, and visually striking matcha powder produced in limited quantities each year.