Why is Chazoku matcha more expensive?

Chazoku matcha ranges from $0.94 to $0.94 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods.

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Chazoku

US-based matcha company founded by brothers Joshua and Jonathan Mai, sourcing single-cultivar matcha directly from farm partners in Kyoto, Shizuoka, Wazuka, Yame, and Kagoshima, Japan.

Brand Facts

Official site: chazoku.com
Price/gram range: $0.94/g
Blends tracked: 1

Blend Lineup

1 blend

Okumidori Single Cultivar
Ceremonial
$0.94/g
$32.90 / 35g

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Chazoku matcha more expensive?: Chazoku matcha ranges from $0.94 to $0.94 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods.

Sources

Sources (1)

chazoku.com

Accessed Sep 29, 2026Confidence: 80%

Supports: Founders Joshua and Jonathan Mai; sources from Kyoto, Shizuoka, Wazuka, Yame, Kagoshima

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