Naoki Matcha Chiran Harvest Seimei Matcha 40g — Small-Batch, Ultra-Smooth Vivid Green

Naoki Matcha Chiran Harvest Masters Collection is a premium Seimei-cultivar matcha from Chiran, Kagoshima — a small-batch, ultra-smooth 40g tin crafted for matcha fans and tea connoisseurs.

Handpicked from Chiran in Kagoshima Prefecture and produced as part of Naoki Matcha’s Master’s Collection, this 40g jar highlights the recently registered Seimei cultivar (2017). The powder is vivid green, fragrant, and blended to deliver a mellow, nutty profile with a creamy texture when whisked. Limited to roughly 150 kg annually, this matcha is aimed at people who appreciate nuanced flavor, fine agro-origin, and small-batch scarcity rather than mass-market blends.

What makes the Seimei cultivar different from other matcha?

The Seimei cultivar is a modern variety known for its bright green hue, pronounced aroma, and gentle, rounded taste. Because it was registered only in 2017, Seimei is still relatively rare in commercial production, which helps explain the limited availability of this Chiran harvest.

• Newer cultivar bred for vivid color and fragrance
• Smoother, less bitter profile than many older cultivars
• Distinct nutty-umami notes with a delicate sweet finish
• Small annual yield increases scarcity and exclusivity

How does Naoki Matcha Chiran Harvest taste and perform when prepared?

Prepared as usucha (thin tea), this matcha froths into an ultra-smooth, creamy consistency with a soft malt-like umami and nutty undertones. It finishes clean, with subtle natural sweetness and minimal bitterness, making it approachable both for straight whisking and for elevated latte recipes.

• Usucha: silky froth, creamy mouthfeel, delicate sweetness
• Koicha: concentrated umami and rounded texture for tasting
• Works well in milk-based drinks without overpowering
• Bright color and aroma preserved by careful shading and processing

Why is Chiran, Kagoshima a notable origin for this matcha?

Kagoshima has transformed from a lower-cost tea region into a source of distinctive, terroir-driven teas. Chiran benefits from local climate, volcanic soils, and producer expertise, which together yield matcha with character that can rival more famous regions like Uji and Shizuoka.

• Regional terroir contributes to fragrance and flavor complexity
• Producers in Chiran are increasingly focused on craft and quality
• Naoki Matcha sources small harvests to highlight single-region traits
• Limited-production regions often yield unique seasonal expressions

How limited is the supply and what should buyers expect?

The Seimei cultivar has yet to achieve large-scale cultivation, so only about 150 kg of this Chiran-harvest matcha is available each year. That limited quantity means stocks can run out seasonally; buyers should check availability and consider subscribing or buying when supply is in stock.

• Approximately 150 kg produced annually for this harvest
• Availability fluctuates by season and demand
• Ideal to buy the 40g tin when available to avoid waiting
• Careful storage recommended to preserve color and aroma

Who is this for: Naoki Matcha Chiran Harvest Masters Collection 40g is suited to matcha enthusiasts, professional baristas, and home brewers who value single-origin nuance and small-batch rarity. If you prefer a smooth, low-bitterness matcha with nutty-umami notes and a vibrant green color — and you want a product that showcases modern cultivar breeding — this offering is designed for you. Store the tin in a cool, dark place and use within a few weeks of opening for the best aroma and flavor.

Ingredients

Seimei Cultivar,Green Tea