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Ushijima Seicha

牛島製茶

Ushijima Seicha is a Yame tea producer-retailer founded in 1921 that specializes in deep-steamed Yame tea while also maintaining a substantial domestic matcha lineup. The company presents itself as an integrated tea maker handling its own tea gardens, factories, direct sales, and cafe operations from Yame, Fukuoka.

Brand story

The brand traces its roots to a small Yame tea garden in Taisho 10 (1921). Current official company pages emphasize end-to-end control from cultivation to sales, four direct stores, a second factory certified to the JFS-B food-safety standard, and 2025 organic certification for part of its own tea gardens plus its aracha and finishing factories. Ushijima Seicha also uses the MATCHACOCORO overseas site to export Yame matcha under its own management.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 牛島製茶
Founded: 1921
Headquarters: 405-4 Tsue, Yame, Fukuoka
Origin regions: Yame
Certifications: JAS Organic
Official site: www.yame.co.jp
Ships to: Japan, International
Price/gram range: ¥7–¥97/g
Blends tracked: 10

Origin regionsYame

CertificationsJAS Organic

Blend Lineup

10 blends

Where to Buy Ushijima Seicha in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers across Japan.

Headquarters Official Store Authorized Retailer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Ushijima Seicha been producing matcha?: Ushijima Seicha was founded in 1921, making it over 100 years old. It dates to the pre-war era of Japanese tea production, based in 405-4 Tsue, Yame, Fukuoka.
Where is Ushijima Seicha matcha grown?: Ushijima Seicha sources its matcha from Yame in Fukuoka prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.
What tea cultivars does Ushijima Seicha use?: Ushijima Seicha works with 2 tea cultivars: Okumidori, Saemidori. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.
Does Ushijima Seicha offer single-origin matcha?: Yes, all of Ushijima Seicha's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.
How many matcha products does Ushijima Seicha offer?: Ushijima Seicha currently offers 10 matcha blends across 4 grade levels (Ceremonial, Culinary, Single Cultivar, Premium Culinary). The lineup ranges from Yame Hoshi no Tsuyu to Yame Tokusen, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Ushijima Seicha matcha more expensive?: Ushijima Seicha matcha ranges from ¥7 to ¥97 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 Ushijima Seicha's 105-year heritage.
Where does Ushijima Seicha ship to?: Ushijima Seicha ships to: Japan, International. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
Where can I buy Ushijima Seicha matcha in Japan?: Ushijima Seicha has 4 retail locations in Japan, including Ushijima Seicha (Japanese Tea Shop & Head Office) in Yame.
Is Ushijima Seicha matcha organic?: Yes, Ushijima Seicha matcha is certified organic, meaning it is produced without synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

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Ushijima Seicha company page

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 96%

Supports: Integrated producer-retailer with its own tea gardens, factories, and direct sales; headquarters at 405-4 Tsue, Yame, Fukuoka.

Ushijima Seicha official site

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Founded in 1921, specializes in deep-steamed Yame tea, operates direct stores and a matcha-focused overseas brand.

Ushijima Seicha official homepage

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 92%

Supports: Second factory holds JFS-B food safety certification and part of the company's tea gardens and factories obtained organic certification in 2025.

MATCHACOCORO section on official homepage

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 90%

Supports: MATCHACOCORO is an overseas Yame matcha brand operated by Ushijima Seicha.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Ushijima Seicha been producing matcha?

Ushijima Seicha was founded in 1921, making it over 100 years old. It dates to the pre-war era of Japanese tea production, based in 405-4 Tsue, Yame, Fukuoka.

Where is Ushijima Seicha matcha grown?

Ushijima Seicha sources its matcha from Yame in Fukuoka prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.

What tea cultivars does Ushijima Seicha use?

Ushijima Seicha works with 2 tea cultivars: Okumidori, Saemidori. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.

Does Ushijima Seicha offer single-origin matcha?

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

How many matcha products does Ushijima Seicha offer?

Ushijima Seicha currently offers 10 matcha blends across 4 grade levels (Ceremonial, Culinary, Single Cultivar, Premium Culinary). The lineup ranges from Yame Hoshi no Tsuyu to Yame Tokusen, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Ushijima Seicha matcha more expensive?

Ushijima Seicha matcha ranges from ¥7 to ¥97 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 Ushijima Seicha's 105-year heritage.

Where does Ushijima Seicha ship to?

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

Where can I buy Ushijima Seicha matcha in Japan?

Ushijima Seicha has 4 retail locations in Japan, including Ushijima Seicha (Japanese Tea Shop & Head Office) in Yame.

Is Ushijima Seicha matcha organic?

Yes, Ushijima Seicha matcha is certified organic, meaning it is produced without synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

Sources

Sources (4)

Ushijima Seicha company page

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 96%

Supports: Integrated producer-retailer with its own tea gardens, factories, and direct sales; headquarters at 405-4 Tsue, Yame, Fukuoka.

Ushijima Seicha official site

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Founded in 1921, specializes in deep-steamed Yame tea, operates direct stores and a matcha-focused overseas brand.

Ushijima Seicha official homepage

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 92%

Supports: Second factory holds JFS-B food safety certification and part of the company's tea gardens and factories obtained organic certification in 2025.

MATCHACOCORO section on official homepage

Accessed Mar 28, 2026Confidence: 90%

Supports: MATCHACOCORO is an overseas Yame matcha brand operated by Ushijima Seicha.

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Where to Buy Ushijima Seicha in Japan

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Blend Lineup

Where to Buy Ushijima Seicha in Japan

Yame, Fukuoka

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Chikugo, Fukuoka

Hirokawa, Fukuoka

Frequently Asked Questions

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