Description
SAIJOEN by AIYA Yuzan Nishio Matcha for Usucha
※ Important Shipping Notice for the 100g Size
The 100g size requires approximately seven days of preparation before shipment. Delivery time after dispatch is additional.
Yuzan (悠山) is a versatile Nishio matcha from SAIJOEN by AIYA, created for usucha, or thin tea. It offers a well-balanced combination of color, flavor and aroma at an approachable level, making it suitable for both traditional preparation and everyday use.
Its refined astringency gives the matcha a distinct presence without overwhelming its overall balance. This characteristic also helps its recognizable matcha flavor remain noticeable when combined with milk, sugar or other ingredients.
Flavor Profile
- Taste: Balanced and distinctly matcha-like
- Astringency: Refined and pleasantly noticeable
- Umami: Mild and smooth
- Aroma: Fresh and well balanced
- Overall Character: Approachable, versatile and suitable for daily enjoyment
A Versatile Everyday Matcha
Yuzan can be enjoyed as a traditional bowl of usucha or used in drinks, cooking and baking. Its refined astringency helps preserve the character of matcha when mixed with milk or sweet ingredients, making it especially useful for matcha lattes and desserts.
Suggested Usucha Preparation
- Warm the matcha bowl and chasen with hot water, then dry the bowl thoroughly.
- Sift approximately 2g of matcha into the bowl to help prevent clumps.
- Add approximately 60–70ml of water at around 80°C.
- Whisk briskly with a chasen until a fine, even foam forms.
- Enjoy promptly while the aroma and flavor are fresh.
Approximate Servings
The following estimates are based on approximately 2g of matcha per serving:
- 30g: Approximately 15 bowls
- 100g: Approximately 50 bowls
Matcha Latte Preparation
Sift the matcha into a cup or bowl and mix it with a small amount of hot water until smooth. Add warm or cold milk and sweeten to taste. Yuzan's refined astringency helps maintain a clear matcha character when combined with milk and sugar.
Cold Matcha
For a refreshing cold drink, combine matcha with cold water in a suitable shaker or tightly sealed bottle and shake thoroughly. Matcha does not dissolve completely like an instant powder, so shake again if natural settling occurs.
Recommended Uses
- Traditional usucha preparation
- Everyday matcha
- Tea-ceremony practice
- Hot or iced matcha lattes
- Cakes, cookies and other baked goods
- Ice cream, yogurt and puddings
- Chocolate and cream-based desserts
- Japanese confectionery
Available Sizes and Packaging
- 30g: Tin
- 100g: Bag – approximately seven days of preparation before shipment
Storage
Keep the package tightly sealed in a cool, dark and dry place, away from heat, humidity, direct sunlight and strong odors. After opening, use the matcha as soon as reasonably possible to enjoy its color, aroma and flavor.
If refrigerated, allow the unopened package to return to room temperature before opening. This helps reduce condensation inside the package.
Key Highlights
- Nishio matcha from SAIJOEN by AIYA
- Made for usucha, or thin tea
- Well-balanced color, flavor and aroma
- Refined astringency with a recognizable matcha character
- Suitable for everyday drinking and tea-ceremony practice
- Versatile enough for lattes, cooking and baking
- Available in a 30g tin and 100g bag
Product Specifications
| Brand | SAIJOEN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AIYA Co., Ltd. |
| Product Name | Yuzan |
| Japanese Name | 悠山（ゆうざん） |
| Tea Type | Japanese matcha green tea powder |
| Recommended Preparation | Usucha / thin tea |
| Origin | Nishio, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Ingredients | Japanese green tea |
| Flavor Profile | Balanced flavor and aroma with refined astringency and mild umami |
| Recommended Uses | Usucha, everyday matcha, tea practice, lattes, cooking and baking |
| Suggested Matcha Amount | Approximately 2g per bowl |
| Suggested Water Amount | Approximately 60–70ml |
| Suggested Water Temperature | Approximately 80°C |
| Available Sizes | 30g and 100g |
| Packaging | 30g tin; 100g bag |
| Preparation Before Shipment | Approximately seven days for the 100g size only |
| Storage | Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dark and dry place away from heat, humidity, sunlight and strong odors |