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Meiyo

抹茶の銘葉株式会社銘葉

Meiyo (株式会社銘葉) is the Marushichi Seicha Group's matcha and powdered-tea division, founded in March 1981 in Fujieda, Shizuoka. The company positions itself as a high-volume Shizuoka matcha specialist focused on contract cultivation, traceability, OEM development, export, and standardized food-safe production.

Brand story

On its official Japanese site, Meiyo frames itself as the company that revived Shizuoka matcha at scale after a roughly 200-year gap, rebuilding production around Asahina tencha, producer partnerships, and modern factory quality control. Its identity is less tea-house ceremonial heritage and more regional redevelopment, industrial processing, and dependable wholesale-grade consistency.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 抹茶の銘葉
Founded: 1981
Headquarters: 2-5-9 Mizumori, Fujieda, Shizuoka
Origin regions: Shizuoka Asahina
Certifications: FSSC 22000, Halal Certified, Kosher Certified
Official site: meiyo.co.jp
Ships to: Japan, International
Price/gram range: ¥3–¥22/g
Blends tracked: 10

Origin regionsShizuoka Asahina

CertificationsFSSC 22000Halal CertifiedKosher Certified

Blend Lineup

10 blends

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Meiyo founded?: Meiyo was established in 1981 in 2-5-9 Mizumori, Fujieda, Shizuoka. It is a late 20th century matcha producer with 45 years of history.
Which regions does Meiyo source matcha from?: Meiyo sources tea leaves from Shizuoka, Asahina across Shizuoka prefecture. Multi-region sourcing lets the brand offer a wider flavor range across its lineup.
Is Meiyo matcha stone-milled?: 1 of Meiyo's 10 blends are stone-milled. Stone-milled matcha is ground slowly to preserve delicate flavor compounds and vibrant color.
Does Meiyo offer single-origin matcha?: Yes, all of Meiyo's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.
Which Meiyo matcha is best for lattes?: Kanmidokoro is Meiyo's latte-recommended matcha. It is formulated to hold its flavor when mixed with milk or plant-based alternatives.
How many matcha products does Meiyo offer?: Meiyo currently offers 10 matcha blends across 10 grade levels (No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, Sweetened Matcha Mix, Instant, S-No. 1, S-No. 2, S-No. 3, S-No. 4). The lineup ranges from Asahina No. 1 to S-Asahina No. 4, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Meiyo matcha more expensive?: Meiyo matcha ranges from ¥3 to ¥22 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods.
Where does Meiyo ship to?: Meiyo ships to: Japan, International. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
What certifications does Meiyo hold?: Meiyo holds 3 certifications: FSSC 22000, Halal Certified, Kosher Certified. These are verified through our editorial review process.

Sources

Sources (4)

Meiyo Company Profile

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Founded March 5, 1981; business headquarters and plant at 2-5-9 Mizumori, Fujieda, Shizuoka; part of the Marushichi Seicha Group matcha and powdered tea division.

Meiyo Quality and Safety

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: FSSC22000 certification, clean-room style matcha production, residual pesticide testing, microorganism testing, and standardized low-bacteria sterilized products.

Meiyo Company History

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Company history lists ISO9000 renewal in 2007, Halal and Kosher certifications in 2008, and FSSC22000 in 2012.

Meiyo Produced in Shizuoka

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 93%

Supports: Meiyo says it revived Shizuoka matcha production around Asahina and that nearly all Shizuoka matcha products are now its products.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Meiyo founded?

Meiyo was established in 1981 in 2-5-9 Mizumori, Fujieda, Shizuoka. It is a late 20th century matcha producer with 45 years of history.

Which regions does Meiyo source matcha from?

Meiyo sources tea leaves from Shizuoka, Asahina across Shizuoka prefecture. Multi-region sourcing lets the brand offer a wider flavor range across its lineup.

Is Meiyo matcha stone-milled?

1 of Meiyo's 10 blends are stone-milled. Stone-milled matcha is ground slowly to preserve delicate flavor compounds and vibrant color.

Does Meiyo offer single-origin matcha?

Yes, all of Meiyo's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.

Which Meiyo matcha is best for lattes?

Kanmidokoro is Meiyo's latte-recommended matcha. It is formulated to hold its flavor when mixed with milk or plant-based alternatives.

How many matcha products does Meiyo offer?

Meiyo currently offers 10 matcha blends across 10 grade levels (No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, Sweetened Matcha Mix, Instant, S-No. 1, S-No. 2, S-No. 3, S-No. 4). The lineup ranges from Asahina No. 1 to S-Asahina No. 4, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Meiyo matcha more expensive?

Meiyo matcha ranges from ¥3 to ¥22 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods.

Where does Meiyo ship to?

Meiyo ships to: Japan, International. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.

What certifications does Meiyo hold?

Meiyo holds 3 certifications: FSSC 22000, Halal Certified, Kosher Certified. These are verified through our editorial review process.

Sources

Sources (4)

Meiyo Company Profile

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Founded March 5, 1981; business headquarters and plant at 2-5-9 Mizumori, Fujieda, Shizuoka; part of the Marushichi Seicha Group matcha and powdered tea division.

Meiyo Quality and Safety

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: FSSC22000 certification, clean-room style matcha production, residual pesticide testing, microorganism testing, and standardized low-bacteria sterilized products.

Meiyo Company History

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Company history lists ISO9000 renewal in 2007, Halal and Kosher certifications in 2008, and FSSC22000 in 2012.

Meiyo Produced in Shizuoka

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 93%

Supports: Meiyo says it revived Shizuoka matcha production around Asahina and that nearly all Shizuoka matcha products are now its products.