{"product_id":"saijoen-by-aiya-saiho-no-kaori-nishio-matcha-for-usucha","title":"SAIJOEN by AIYA Saiho no Kaori Nishio Matcha for Usucha","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSAIJOEN by AIYA Saiho no Kaori Nishio Matcha for Usucha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e※ Shipping Notice for 40g and 100g Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 40g and 100g sizes are made to order and require approximately seven days before shipment. Delivery time after dispatch is additional.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaiho no Kaori\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Nishio matcha from SAIJOEN, the matcha brand developed by AIYA of Aichi Prefecture. Officially presented as a matcha for usucha, it offers a youthful tea character with noticeable aroma, gentle umami and a lightly bitter, astringent finish.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Japanese product name is \u003cstrong\u003e最萌の香\u003c\/strong\u003e, read as \u003cstrong\u003eSaiho no Kaori\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its character comes from tender young shoots harvested during the season when fresh tea leaves emerge.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade from Shade-Grown Young Tea Shoots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSaiho no Kaori is made using young shoots from comparatively young tea plants. When the new shoots emerge, the tea gardens are covered with black shading material known as kanreisha, reducing direct sunlight for approximately 20 days.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe carefully harvested young leaves are then refined and finely milled. This process produces a youthful style of matcha with a distinct tea presence, pronounced aroma and vivid green appearance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSaiho no Kaori balances umami with a subtle bitter and astringent edge. Young tea leaves of this type generally contain more tannin, which contributes to the matcha’s fresh, lively and clearly defined finish.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCompared with SAIJOEN Sawa, the producer’s comparison chart places Saiho no Kaori one level higher in both flavor intensity and umami, and two levels higher in aroma and green color saturation. It is therefore a suitable choice for customers seeking a more aromatic and vivid usucha while retaining an approachable balance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Youthful and clearly defined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUmami:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present and balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness and Astringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light but noticeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e More pronounced than SAIJOEN Sawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vivid green with higher color saturation than SAIJOEN Sawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh and gently astringent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for Usucha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSaiho no Kaori is intended for usucha, the lighter style of traditionally whisked matcha. Its balance of umami, aroma and gentle astringency makes it suitable for everyday matcha, serving to guests and tea-ceremony practice.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor the clearest expression of its youthful aroma and vivid color, it is best enjoyed as straight usucha. It can also be prepared with cool water for a refreshing cold matcha.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis product is not officially presented as a matcha for koicha. Preparing it as usucha allows its intended balance of umami, bitterness and astringency to be appreciated more naturally.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Usucha Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSift approximately 1.2–2g of matcha into a dry matcha bowl. Add approximately 60ml of hot water at 70–80°C and whisk briskly with a chasen until the tea is evenly combined and a fine layer of foam forms.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm the bowl and chasen before preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the bowl thoroughly before adding the matcha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSift the matcha to reduce clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse water below boiling temperature to preserve the intended flavor balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk quickly with the wrist in an M-shaped motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish with smaller movements to create a finer surface foam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Usucha Servings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe approximate number of servings varies according to whether 1.2g or 2g of matcha is used for each bowl.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–16 servings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20–33 servings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50–83 servings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese serving figures are estimates. Actual yield will vary according to the desired strength and the amount used for each preparation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCold Matcha Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor cold matcha, sift a slightly generous serving into a bowl and whisk it thoroughly with chilled water. Because matcha is a suspension rather than a fully soluble powder, continue whisking until the tea is evenly dispersed.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nA sealed bottle or matcha shaker may also be used. Drink soon after preparation, as the matcha particles will naturally settle over time.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tin; made to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bag; made to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e※ The 40g and 100g sizes require approximately seven days before shipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nStore the matcha tightly sealed in a cool, dark and odor-free place. Protect it from light, heat, humidity, oxidation and strong surrounding aromas. After opening, close the package securely and consume the matcha as soon as reasonably possible.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf an unopened package is kept at a low temperature, allow it to return to room temperature while still sealed before opening. This helps reduce the possibility of condensation forming inside the package.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNishio matcha produced by AIYA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese product name: 最萌の香\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRomanized product name: Saiho no Kaori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficially recommended for usucha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade using young shoots from comparatively young tea plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea gardens shaded from direct sunlight for approximately 20 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouthful matcha character with balanced umami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle bitterness and astringency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore pronounced aroma and greener color than SAIJOEN Sawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for everyday matcha and tea-ceremony practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 20g, 40g and 100g variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border-spacing:0; table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:34%; border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:66%; border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSAIJOEN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eAIYA Co., Ltd.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSaiho no Kaori\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eJapanese Product Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e最萌の香（さいほうのかおり）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eTea Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eJapanese matcha green tea powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eRecommended Preparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eUsucha \/ thin tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eNishio, Aichi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eGreen tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eCultivation Character\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eYoung shoots from comparatively young tea plants, shaded from direct sunlight for approximately 20 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eYouthful matcha character with umami and subtle bitterness and astringency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eComparison with Sawa\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFlavor intensity +1; umami +1; aroma +2; green color saturation +2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSuggested Matcha Amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eApproximately 1.2–2g per bowl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSuggested Water Amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eApproximately 60ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSuggested Water Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e70–80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e20g, 40g and 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e20g tin; 40g tin; 100g bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eMade-to-Order Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e40g and 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eShipping Schedule\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eApproximately seven days before shipment for the 40g and 100g sizes; delivery time after dispatch is additional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc; padding:8px 10px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dark and odor-free place away from heat, humidity and direct sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"Aiya","offers":[{"title":"20g","offer_id":49249407860991,"sku":null,"price":4900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"40g","offer_id":49249407893759,"sku":null,"price":9300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":49249407926527,"sku":null,"price":19200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/0561\/5871\/files\/Canva_AI_2026_9_19_15_14_52.jpg?v=1789798532","url":"https:\/\/japanheartfulstore.com\/products\/saijoen-by-aiya-saiho-no-kaori-nishio-matcha-for-usucha","provider":"Japan Heartful Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}