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Saijoen

西条園

Saijoen is AIYA's consumer-facing matcha brand from Nishio, Aichi, pairing long-standing stone-milled matcha production with modern retail, cafe, and sweets formats.

Brand story

The brand traces its roots to AIYA, founded in 1888 by Sugita Aijiro in Nishio. Saijoen was developed as a modern expression of that heritage, offering Nishio matcha, organic matcha, wagashi, sweets, cafes, and museum experiences while keeping traditional tencha cultivation, stone milling, and quality control at the center of the brand.

Brand Facts

Japanese name
西条園
Founded
1888
Headquarters
Nishio, Aichi, Japan
Origin regions
Nishio
Official site
saijoen.jp
Ships to
Japan
Price/gram range
$0.13–$1.77/g
Blends tracked
10
Origin regionsNishio

Blend Lineup

10 blends
  • Chawa

    Chawa

    Usucha ANishioUsuchaBaking

    Lowest in stock: $0.38/g at Cafe Kobeco

  • Jingo no Mukashi

    Jingo no Mukashi

    Koicha ANishioKoicha

    Lowest in stock: £0.97/g (≈$1.28/g) at Ocha Tea UK

  • Juko no Shiro

    Juko no Shiro

    Usucha ANishioUsucha

    Lowest in stock: $0.13/g at Cafe Kobeco

  • Kayo no Shiro

    Kayo no Shiro

    Usucha ANishioUsuchaBaking

    Lowest in stock: ¥174/g (≈$1.10/g) at Aiya Official Store

  • Myogetsu

    Myogetsu

    Usucha ANishioUsucha

    Lowest in stock: ¥146/g (≈$0.92/g) at Aiya Official Store

  • Saiho no Kaori

    Saiho no Kaori

    Usucha BNishioUsucha

    Lowest in stock: ¥117/g (≈$0.74/g) at Aiya Official Store

  • Seisho no Mukashi

    Seisho no Mukashi

    Koicha ANishioKoicha

    Lowest in stock: A$1.46/g (≈$1.02/g) at The Whiskful Matcha

  • Shinen no Shiro

    Shinen no Shiro

    Usucha ANishioUsucha

    Lowest in stock: ¥185/g (≈$1.17/g) at Aiya Official Store

  • Shoen no Mukashi

    Shoen no Mukashi

    Koicha ANishioKoicha

    Lowest in stock: ¥280/g (≈$1.77/g) at Aiya Official Store

  • Yuzan

    Yuzan

    Usucha BNishioUsuchaBaking

    Lowest in stock: ¥103/g (≈$0.65/g) at Aiya Official Store

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Where to Buy Saijoen in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers in Japan.

Official Store

Nishio, Aichi

  • 抹茶ミュージアム 西条園 和く和く

    Official Store

    愛知県西尾市上町横町屋敷15番地

  • 西条園 あいや本店

    Official Store

    愛知県西尾市上町横町屋敷15番地

  • 西条園抹茶カフェ 西尾本店

    Official Store

    愛知県西尾市上町横町屋敷15番地

Kuwana, Mie

  • 西条園抹茶カフェ ジャズドリーム長島店

    Official Store

    三重県桑名市長島町浦安368 ジャズドリーム長島 サウスエリア 1F

Okazaki, Aichi

  • 西条園抹茶カフェ 三井アウトレットパーク岡崎店

    Official Store

    愛知県岡崎市舞木町字金森200 三井アウトレットパーク岡崎 OKAZAKI おいしい MARKET

Nagoya, Aichi

  • 西条園抹茶カフェ 大名古屋ビルヂング店

    Official Store

    愛知県名古屋市中村区名駅三丁目28番12号 B1F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saijoen founded?
Saijoen was founded in 1888, based in Nishio, Aichi, Japan. That is 138 years ago.
Where is Saijoen matcha grown?
The Saijoen teas on this page come from Nishio, Aichi prefecture.
Is Saijoen matcha stone-milled?
Yes, all Saijoen matcha is stone-milled (石臼挽き). Stone grinding at low RPM preserves the tea's color, aroma, and umami by avoiding heat damage during processing.
Which Saijoen matcha is best for lattes?
The Saijoen matcha listed for lattes here: Chawa, Kayo no Shiro, Yuzan.
How many matcha products does Saijoen offer?
This page lists 10 Saijoen matcha blends, under 3 grade labels: Usucha A, Koicha A, Usucha B.
How much does Saijoen matcha cost?
Saijoen matcha ranges from $0.13 to $1.77 per gram across 10 blends.
Where does Saijoen ship to?
Listed regions: Japan. Check Saijoen's official site for your destination.
Where can I buy Saijoen matcha in Japan?
This page lists 6 Saijoen shops in Japan, including 抹茶ミュージアム 西条園 和く和く in Nishio.

Sources

Sources (10)

Saijoen Online Shop Company Profile

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Company profile lists AIYA Holdings / Saijoen, headquarters in Nishio, Aichi, and AIYA's founding in May 1888.

Saijoen Online Shop Company Profile

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 98%

Supports: Company profile lists AIYA Holdings / Saijoen, headquarters in Nishio, Aichi, and AIYA's founding in May 1888.

Saijoen Concept

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: Saijoen is an AIYA brand that proposes new matcha experiences, from Nishio matcha to organic matcha.

Saijoen History

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: The lineage begins in 1888 under Sugita Shoten / AIYA; West-facing milestones include stone-milled matcha, organic cultivation, and food-safety certifications.

Saijoen Concept

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: Saijoen is an AIYA brand that proposes new matcha experiences, from Nishio matcha to organic matcha.

Saijoen History

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: The lineage begins in 1888 under Sugita Shoten / AIYA; West-facing milestones include stone-milled matcha, organic cultivation, and food-safety certifications.

Saijoen Commitment

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 96%

Supports: Saijoen emphasizes Nishio tencha cultivation, shading, refinement, stone milling, and safety / quality management.

Saijoen Commitment

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 96%

Supports: Saijoen emphasizes Nishio tencha cultivation, shading, refinement, stone milling, and safety / quality management.

Saijoen Logo

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: The logo references indigo-dyed noren and a tea-mill motif, expressing both heritage and minimalism.

Saijoen Logo

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: The logo references indigo-dyed noren and a tea-mill motif, expressing both heritage and minimalism.

Guides covering Saijoen

  • October 2026 Matcha Stock & Price Report

    37 recorded sell-outs, 28 restocks and 17 price changes above 5%. Same-shop, same-pack comparisons through October 5.

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Brand Facts

Japanese name
西条園
Founded
1888
Headquarters
Nishio, Aichi, Japan
Origin regions
Nishio
Official site
saijoen.jp
Ships to
Japan
Price/gram range
$0.13–$1.77/g
Blends tracked
10

Trust & Verification

Method
official_website
Sources used
10 sources
Edited by
Mio TakasugiMio Takasugi
Last change
Apr 20, 2026
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Origin regions

  • NishioAichi

Price range

$0.13–$1.77/g

per gram across 10 blends