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Sayaka

by Ippodo一保堂

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Sayaka is Ippodo's entry-level ceremonial matcha, designed to be approachable for beginners while still delivering genuine ceremonial-grade quality.

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Ippodo Sayaka

20g · Uji

Editorial verdict

The best entry point to ceremonial matcha. Forgiving to prepare and pleasant for newcomers, though experienced drinkers may want more depth.

Best for

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Forgiving to prepare

Skip if

  • Limited depth for advanced drinkers
  • Light in milk

Where to Buy

2 options
  • Ippodo Japan

    Official StoreIn StockVerified 3d ago

    ¥2,800 / 20g

    ≈$17.71 total

    ¥140/g

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    MarketplaceIn StockShips to USNot verified in 129+ days
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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Okumidori, Yabukita
Harvest
First harvest blend
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Mellow umami, mild sweetness, clean finish
Price/gram
¥140
Package
20g
Price
¥2,800 / 20g (≈$17.71)
Availability
in-stock
Last verified
Sep 13, 2026

Flavor Profile

Based on producer notes and drinker reviews

Source: steepster.com

Use casesUsuchaLatte

Also sold as

Sayaka

Tasting Notes

Mellow umami, mild sweetness, clean finish

People report

Paraphrased from 15 people who describe their own cups, across 9 pages. Their views, not ours.

  • People report Sayaka as smooth, creamy and well balanced, with moderate umami, little bitterness and astringency, a sweet floral aroma and a grassy, vegetal or nori note. It works for usucha, and needs little or no sweetener. Some find it balanced almost to a fault, one found koicha a bit bitter, and a few 2025-26 batches were called fishy.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]
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Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

¥2,800

Range: ¥2,200 — ¥2,800

Apr 6Oct 11
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
ippodo-japan· 20g¥2,800¥140/gIn StockOct 11, 2026

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Forgiving to prepare

Cons

  • Limited depth for advanced drinkers
  • Light in milk

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Trust & Verification

Last verified
September 13, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
2 sources
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Change Log

baseline_record

Seeded from official source set

Via official_website

Mar 18, 2026

by yurimatcha-editor

price

17.00

Via official_website

Mar 1, 2026

by yurimatcha-editor

Sources (2)

Ippodo Sayaka product page — Ippodo Tea Co.

Published Jan 1, 2024Accessed Mar 1, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Price, package size, and grade claims

Sayaka product page — Kettl

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 92%

Supports: Core product facts, pricing, packaging, and storefront naming

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 Sayaka taste like?

Mellow umami, mild sweetness, clean finish

Where does Sayaka come from?

Sayaka is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Sayaka cost?

Sayaka is priced at ¥2,800 for 20g at Ippodo Japan (¥140/g).

What is Sayaka best for?

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

What cultivar is Sayaka?

Sayaka uses the Okumidori, Yabukita cultivars.

Where can I buy Ippodo Sayaka?

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

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Okumidori, Yabukita
Harvest
First harvest blend
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Mellow umami, mild sweetness, clean finish
Price/gram
¥140
Package
20g
Price
¥2,800 / 20g (≈$17.71)
Availability
in-stock
Last verified
Sep 13, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
September 13, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
2 sources
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Ippodo Japan

¥2,800 / 20g

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Ippodo

Kyoto

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