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Morihan

森半

Morihan (森半) is the flagship tea brand of Kyoei Seicha Co., Ltd., tracing its roots to 1836 when Morishita Hanzaemon founded Morihan Seichajo in Ogura, Uji. The brand spans ceremonial Uji matcha, single-cultivar matcha, practice-grade matcha, tea drinks, and sweets while presenting itself around the motto of tradition and innovation.

Brand story

Morihan began in Uji-Ogura in 1836, later joined forces with Matsumotoken Chaho to form Kyoei Seicha in 1940, and built a reputation on both heritage and product innovation: the company history credits it with early cold-brew hyocha, vacuum-packed green tea, foaming matcha au lait, and the 2023 opening of TEA SQUARE MORIHAN in Uji. Its current manufacturing network includes Uji factories and the Kyoto Techno Center, while the corporate headquarters remain in Osaka.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 森半
Founded: 1836
Headquarters: Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Origin regions: Uji
Certifications: FSSC 22000, JAS Organic
Official site: www.kyoeiseicha.co.jp/brand/morihan
Ships to: Japan
Price/gram range: ¥20–¥270/g
Blends tracked: 10

Origin regionsUji

CertificationsFSSC 22000JAS Organic

Blend Lineup

10 blends

Where to Buy Morihan in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers across Japan.

Headquarters Official Store Authorized Retailer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Morihan been producing matcha?: Morihan was founded in 1836, making it over 190 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
Where is Morihan matcha grown?: Morihan sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.
What tea cultivars does Morihan use?: Morihan works with 2 tea cultivars: Asatsuyu, Hoshun. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.
Is Morihan matcha stone-milled?: 5 of Morihan's 10 blends are stone-milled. Stone-milled matcha is ground slowly to preserve delicate flavor compounds and vibrant color.
Does Morihan offer single-origin matcha?: Yes, all of Morihan's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.
Which Morihan matcha is best for lattes?: Okeiko is Morihan's latte-recommended matcha. It is formulated to hold its flavor when mixed with milk or plant-based alternatives.
How many matcha products does Morihan offer?: Morihan currently offers 10 matcha blends across 4 grade levels (Single Cultivar, Usucha, Ceremonial, Practice). The lineup ranges from Asatsuyu to Uji Handpicked, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Morihan matcha more expensive?: Morihan matcha ranges from ¥20 to ¥270 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods — and Morihan's 190-year heritage.
Where does Morihan ship to?: Morihan ships to: Japan. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
Where can I buy Morihan matcha in Japan?: Morihan has 5 retail locations in Japan, including MORIHAN TEA SQUARE Umeda (B2) in Osaka.
Is Morihan matcha organic?: Yes, Morihan holds organic certification. They also carry: FSSC 22000. These certifications are verified through our editorial review process.

Sources

Sources (5)

Morihan brand page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Morihan was founded in 1836 in Uji-Ogura and frames its identity around tradition and innovation, including TEA SQUARE MORIHAN.

Kyoei Seicha history

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: 1836 Morihan Seichajo founded in Uji-Ogura; 1940 Kyoei Seicha established; 1964 headquarters moved to Osaka; 2013 FSSC 22000; 2019 Kyoto Techno Center.

Morihan matcha category page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: Official ranked matcha lineup and JPY pricing for Morihan's matcha category as of 2026-03-27.

Kyoei Seicha quality page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Uji Higashiyama Factory and Kyoto Techno Center hold FSSC 22000; organic and JAS Organic certification are presented on the quality page.

Kyoei Seicha factory page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 94%

Supports: Morihan raw tea procurement is led by tea masters; Uji Higashiyama Factory holds FSSC 22000 and organic certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Morihan been producing matcha?

Morihan was founded in 1836, making it over 190 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

Where is Morihan matcha grown?

Morihan sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.

What tea cultivars does Morihan use?

Morihan works with 2 tea cultivars: Asatsuyu, Hoshun. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.

Is Morihan matcha stone-milled?

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

Does Morihan offer single-origin matcha?

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

Which Morihan matcha is best for lattes?

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

How many matcha products does Morihan offer?

Morihan currently offers 10 matcha blends across 4 grade levels (Single Cultivar, Usucha, Ceremonial, Practice). The lineup ranges from Asatsuyu to Uji Handpicked, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Morihan matcha more expensive?

Morihan matcha ranges from ¥20 to ¥270 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods — and Morihan's 190-year heritage.

Where does Morihan ship to?

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

Where can I buy Morihan matcha in Japan?

Morihan has 5 retail locations in Japan, including MORIHAN TEA SQUARE Umeda (B2) in Osaka.

Is Morihan matcha organic?

Yes, Morihan holds organic certification. They also carry: FSSC 22000. These certifications are verified through our editorial review process.

Sources

Sources (5)

Morihan brand page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Morihan was founded in 1836 in Uji-Ogura and frames its identity around tradition and innovation, including TEA SQUARE MORIHAN.

Kyoei Seicha history

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: 1836 Morihan Seichajo founded in Uji-Ogura; 1940 Kyoei Seicha established; 1964 headquarters moved to Osaka; 2013 FSSC 22000; 2019 Kyoto Techno Center.

Morihan matcha category page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: Official ranked matcha lineup and JPY pricing for Morihan's matcha category as of 2026-03-27.

Kyoei Seicha quality page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Uji Higashiyama Factory and Kyoto Techno Center hold FSSC 22000; organic and JAS Organic certification are presented on the quality page.

Kyoei Seicha factory page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 94%

Supports: Morihan raw tea procurement is led by tea masters; Uji Higashiyama Factory holds FSSC 22000 and organic certification.

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Brand Facts

Blend Lineup

Where to Buy Morihan in Japan

Osaka

宇治市, 京都府

Uji, Kyoto

Shibuya, Tokyo

Toyonaka, Osaka

Frequently Asked Questions

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How does Morihan compare?

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Brand Facts

Blend Lineup

Where to Buy Morihan in Japan

Osaka

宇治市, 京都府

Uji, Kyoto

Shibuya, Tokyo

Toyonaka, Osaka

Frequently Asked Questions

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How does Morihan compare?