by Aoi Seicha葵製茶
葵の誉 (Aoi no Homare, "Pride of Aoi") is the pinnacle of Aoi Seicha's usucha range — an Imperial Ceremonial Grade thin matcha that scores 5/5 for both umami and sweetness, and only 1/5 for bitterness according to AOI's own matcha sommeliers. The leaves are shaded four weeks before spring harvest and stone-milled upon order. Such is the quality of the tencha blend that it can also be used for koicha preparation. A prestige matcha that is exceptionally clean, aromatic, and soft.
Editorial verdict
Aoi Seicha's finest usucha: a near-perfect balance of maximum umami and sweetness with almost no bitterness — extraordinary quality from Nishio.
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$48.99
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tea-minus-one· 30g | $48.99 | $1.63/g | Out of Stock | Apr 12, 2026 |
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About the brand
葵製茶
Aoi Seicha is a Nishio, Aichi matcha producer whose roots trace to the Taisho era. The company was established in 1966 and operates its headquarters, direct shop, and Sabo AOI cafe from its main Nishio site while selling matcha through its official online shop in Japan.
View all Aoi Seicha blendsAoi no Homare is sourced from Nishio, Japan.
Aoi no Homare is priced at $48.99 for 30g ($1.63/g).
Aoi no Homare is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.
You can buy Aoi Seicha Aoi no Homare directly from Aoi Seicha's official website. Current availability: discontinued.