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Ikuyo

by Ippodo一保堂

A medium-bodied Uji matcha from Ippodo with refreshing bitterness slightly more noticeable than its sweetness and umami. Astringency, umami, and sweetness come together in balanced proportion, with a bright aroma reminiscent of sun-dried straw. Versatile and reliable for everyday use.

Editorial verdict

Ippodo's most popular entry-level ceremonial grade. A trustworthy everyday matcha with a vibrant, snappy character — excellent value at /bin/bash.85/g, especially for lattes where its slight astringency adds pleasing bite.

Where to Buy

2 options
  • Ippodo USA

    Official StoreIn StockShips to USVerified yesterday

    $17.00 / 20g

    $0.85/g

  • Amazon US

    MarketplaceIn StockShips to USNot yet verified

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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
stone mill
Tasting notes
Gentle bright aroma like sun-dried straw, balanced astringency, umami and sweetness in proportion
Price/gram
$0.85
Package
20g
Price
$17.00
Availability
ippodotea.com (in-stock)

Flavor Profile

Five-dimension scoring on a 0–10 scale
Use casesUsuchaLatteCold-Whisked

Tasting Notes

Gentle bright aroma like sun-dried straw, balanced astringency, umami and sweetness in proportion

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

$17.00

Range: $15.95 — $17.00

Mar 31Apr 15
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
ippodo-usa· 20g$17.00$0.85/gIn StockApr 15, 2026

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About the brand

Ippodo

一保堂

A Kyoto institution since 1717, Ippodo is known for approachable yet high-quality matcha. Their lineup ranges from everyday drinking to ceremonial grade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ikuyo taste like?

Gentle bright aroma like sun-dried straw, balanced astringency, umami and sweetness in proportion

Where does Ikuyo come from?

Ikuyo is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Ikuyo cost?

Ikuyo is priced at $17.00 for 20g ($0.85/g).

What is Ikuyo best for?

Ikuyo is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.

Where can I buy Ippodo Ikuyo?

You can buy Ippodo Ikuyo directly from Ippodo's official website. Current availability: in-stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
stone mill
Tasting notes
Gentle bright aroma like sun-dried straw, balanced astringency, umami and sweetness in proportion
Price/gram
$0.85
Package
20g
Price
$17.00
Availability
ippodotea.com (in-stock)

Where to Buy

Ippodo USA

$17.00 / 20g

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Ippodo

Kyoto

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