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VerifiedCeremonialBest for Usucha

Aorashi

by Marukyu Koyamaen丸久小山園

青嵐

Aorashi is one of Marukyu Koyamaen's top-tier ceremonial matcha, suitable for both koicha and usucha. It exemplifies the depth and refinement of Uji matcha.

Editorial verdict

An exceptional ceremonial matcha for tea ceremony practitioners and connoisseurs. One of the best choices for koicha preparation.

Best for

  • Deep umami and creaminess
  • Excellent koicha performance

Skip if

  • Expensive
  • Limited value for latte drinkers

Where to Buy

3 options
  • Marukyu Koyamaen

    Official StoreIn StockShips to JPVerified 3d ago

    $32.00 / 20g

    $1.60/g

  • Ujicha Matcha

    Best price
    Authorized RetailerIn StockVerified yesterday

    $26.79 / 40g

    $0.67/g

  • Nara Tea Co.

    ResellerIn StockVerified yesterday

    $48.00 / 40g

    $1.20/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Samidori
Harvest
First harvest (ichiban-cha)
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Deep umami, creamy, subtle sweetness with almost no bitterness
Price/gram
$1.60
Package
20g
Price
$32.00
Availability
marukyu-koyamaen.co.jp (In stock)
Last verified
Mar 18, 2026

Flavor Profile

Five-dimension scoring on a 0–10 scale
Use casesUsuchaKoicha

Also sold as

Aorashi MarukyuAorashi

Tasting Notes

Deep umami, creamy, subtle sweetness with almost no bitterness

Price & Availability

Tracked across 2 merchants

Price trend

$48.00

Range: $26.79 — $48.00

Apr 15Apr 15
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
nara-tea-co· 40g$48.00$1.20/gIn StockApr 15, 2026
ujicha-matcha· 40g$26.79$0.67/gIn StockApr 15, 2026

Preparation Verdicts

Usucha

Rounded umami with sweet cream.

Koicha

Exceptional density and sweetness.

Latte

Too expensive and too gentle to justify milk.

Beginner friendliness: 4/10Bitterness tolerance: low

Tasting Protocol

Standardized preparation parameters for this review

Grams used

4.00g

Water temp

75°C

Whisk

80-prong bamboo chasen

Sifted

Yes

Foam quality

9/10

Astringency

Bitterness appears only if overconcentrated.

Finish

Long and silky.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Deep umami and creaminess
  • Excellent koicha performance

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Limited value for latte drinkers

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Reviews

9.5/ 10 average from 1 review
Y

YuriMatcha Panel

advanced·Palate: prefers savory, low-bitterness matcha
9.5/10

Mar 12, 2026

Prepared as: koicha

Dense, creamy, and composed with almost no roughness even at thicker ratios.

+ Deep umami+ Excellent texture− High price

Trust & Verification

Last verified
March 18, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
3 sources
Reviewed by
YuriMatcha Panel
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

32.00

Via official_website

Mar 1, 2026

by yurimatcha-editor

Sources (3)

Marukyu Koyamaen Aorashi product page — Marukyu Koyamaen

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

Supports: Price, package size, grade, and origin claims

Aorashi product page — Kettl

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 92%

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

YuriMatcha tasting protocol session — YuriMatcha

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 85%

Supports: Editorial tasting notes, preparation verdicts, and pros/cons

About the brand

Marukyu Koyamaen

丸久小山園

One of Uji's most respected tea houses, Marukyu Koyamaen has been producing premium matcha for over 300 years. Trusted by tea ceremony schools across Japan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Aorashi taste like?

Deep umami, creamy, subtle sweetness with almost no bitterness

Where does Aorashi come from?

Aorashi is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Aorashi cost?

Aorashi is priced at $32.00 for 20g ($1.60/g).

What is Aorashi best for?

Aorashi 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 Aorashi?

Aorashi uses the Samidori cultivar.

Where can I buy Marukyu Koyamaen Aorashi?

You can buy Marukyu Koyamaen Aorashi directly from Marukyu Koyamaen's official website. Current availability: In stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Samidori
Harvest
First harvest (ichiban-cha)
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Deep umami, creamy, subtle sweetness with almost no bitterness
Price/gram
$1.60
Package
20g
Price
$32.00
Availability
marukyu-koyamaen.co.jp (In stock)
Last verified
Mar 18, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
March 18, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
3 sources
Reviewed by
YuriMatcha Panel
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Marukyu Koyamaen

$32.00 / 20g

+2 more options below

M

Marukyu Koyamaen

Uji, Kyoto

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