Sanrokuen is a Japanese tea company based in Kumamoto, Kyushu. We work with tea producers and select matcha through sensory evaluation, actual-use testing, component analysis and milling experience.
Our goal is to help buyers choose matcha by purpose: tea service, usucha, latte, desserts, baking, food service, retail products or overseas distribution.
Wholesale matcha grades
First Harvest Ceremonial Grade
First-harvest drinking-grade matcha for tea service, premium retail and specialty use.
Organic Ceremonial Grade
Organic ceremonial-grade matcha made from tencha for drinking-grade use and premium organic retail.
Business Grade A
Designed for matcha latte, desserts, cafés, food service and retail blending.
Business Grade B
Practical matcha for latte, baking, blended drinks, commercial use and food processing.
First-Harvest Shaded Tamaryokucha Powder
Japanese green tea powder made from first-harvest leaves shaded before harvest and rolled as tamaryokucha. It is not matcha, but it is a practical option for lattes, desserts and food use.
Current cultivar-based matcha availability
Updated July 15, 2026. The following items are currently held in stock or available for business discussion. Availability can change by quantity, reservation status and harvest lot. Individual prices are not shown in this section because final quotations depend on the current lot, order size, package, destination and required documents.
| Origin | Cultivar or blend | Category | Suggested use | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kumamoto | Yabukita | First-harvest ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Usucha, tea service, premium retail | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto | Tsuyuhikari | First-harvest ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Drinking, specialty retail, premium blends | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto | Seimei | First-harvest ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Drinking, tea service, cultivar-focused retail | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto | Sayamakaori | First-harvest ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Drinking trials, stronger matcha, latte evaluation | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto | Saemidori | First-harvest ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Premium drinking, vivid color, retail | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto / Organic | Seimei | Organic ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Organic drinking matcha, premium retail | Available for inquiry |
| Kumamoto / Organic | Saeakari | Organic ceremonial-grade matcha, tencha-based | Organic drinking matcha, premium retail | Available for inquiry |
| Chiran, Kagoshima | Tsuyuhikari + Yutakamidori | Chiran Ceremonial Grade A Matcha (tencha-based) | Drinking, premium latte, retail | Available for inquiry |
| Chiran, Kagoshima | Yutakamidori | Chiran Ceremonial Grade B Matcha (tencha-based) | Daily drinking, latte, desserts | Available for inquiry |
Classification note: “Ceremonial grade,” “Grade A” and “Grade B” are practical Sanrokuen descriptions for buyer communication. They are not legally defined Japanese grades. The suitability of each lot should be confirmed through the current sample and specification.
For a detailed explanation of how cultivar can influence color, umami, aroma and latte performance, see our Japanese Matcha Cultivars Guide.
Reference EXW factory handover prices
The following broad prices help buyers decide whether our range may fit their project. They do not replace a current quotation.
| Product grade | Suggested use | Reference price | Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Harvest Ceremonial Grade Matcha | Drinking, tea service, premium retail, specialty use | JPY 10,000–15,000/kg | EXW factory handover |
| First Harvest Organic Ceremonial Grade Matcha | Organic drinking matcha, premium retail, specialty tea service | From JPY 25,000/kg | EXW factory handover |
| Business Grade A Matcha | Matcha latte, desserts, cafés, food service, retail blending | From JPY 8,000/kg | EXW factory handover |
| Business Grade B Matcha | Latte, baking, blended drinks, commercial use, food processing | From JPY 7,000/kg | EXW factory handover |
| First-Harvest Shaded Tamaryokucha Powder | Lattes, desserts, beverages, food service and product development | JPY 6,000–18,000/kg | EXW factory handover |
Prices are reference prices only. Final quotations may vary by harvest year, lot, cultivar, quantity, packaging, organic certification, export documents, exchange rate and market conditions. EXW prices exclude domestic delivery, international freight, customs costs, import taxes and local fees.
First-harvest shaded tamaryokucha powder
In addition to tencha-based matcha, Sanrokuen offers finely milled Japanese green tea made from first-harvest tamaryokucha leaves shaded before harvest. The leaves are steamed and rolled during tamaryokucha processing, so this product is not labeled as matcha. It is presented transparently as Japanese shaded green tea powder.
Why buyers may choose it: first-harvest Japanese origin, shading before harvest, clear green-tea flavor in milk, practical pricing and a wider supply range than premium tencha-based matcha. It can be especially suitable for lattes, desserts, ice cream, smoothies, food service and product development.
| Product | Positioning | Suggested use | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Made from Quality-Certified Tea “Yuga no Kokochi” — 5-Star | Highest certified leaf-tea selection in this range | Premium beverages, high-end latte, specialty retail and product development | JPY 18,000/kg |
| Made from Quality-Certified Tea “Yuga no Kokochi” — 3-Star | Certified leaf-tea selection with practical premium pricing | Premium latte, desserts, beverages and retail products | JPY 10,000/kg |
| Saemidori — Top Grade | Top-grade cultivar-specific shaded first-harvest powder | Premium latte, specialty beverages, desserts and retail | JPY 17,000/kg |
| Yabukita | Cultivar-specific shaded first-harvest powder | Latte, desserts, beverages and food service | JPY 9,000/kg |
| Kirari | Cultivar-specific shaded first-harvest powder | Latte, desserts, beverages and product development | JPY 10,000/kg |
| Business Grade (SG) | Practical commercial-use shaded green tea powder | Latte, baking, desserts, blended drinks and food processing | JPY 6,000/kg |
Reference prices are per kilogram and based on EXW factory handover. Final quotations vary by current lot, quantity, package, milling specification, destination and required documents. “Yuga no Kokochi” star ratings refer to the quality-certified source tea. Because tamaryokucha is rolled during manufacture, the finished powder is sold as shaded green tea powder, not matcha.
Matcha or shaded green tea powder? Choose tencha-based matcha when the legal/product identity of matcha, traditional tea service or a tencha specification is essential. Consider shaded tamaryokucha powder when Japanese origin, first-harvest quality, latte performance, supply flexibility and cost are the main priorities.
Please tell us whether you require true tencha-based matcha, first-harvest shaded tamaryokucha powder, organic certification, a specific cultivar, or a target application.
Export and documentation notice
- International food import requirements differ by country and may require importer registration, prior notification, laboratory tests or local compliance arrangements.
- Additional administrative fees may apply when special documents or complex procedures are required.
- Organic exports may require additional certificates depending on the destination and buyer requirements.
- Some destinations cannot be accepted if importer-side procedures or required documents cannot be completed.
- EXW factory handover prices do not include freight, duties, import taxes, customs-broker fees or local regulatory costs.
Quality approach: cultivar, components and final use
Sanrokuen evaluates first-harvest Kumamoto matcha lots and selected other lots through color, aroma, taste, bitterness, powder texture and actual-use performance. Component testing may include total nitrogen, free amino acids, theanine, fiber, tannin, caffeine, vitamin C and AF score.
- Drinking use: smoothness, umami, aroma and low harshness.
- Latte use: green color, body and flavor strength after milk is added.
- Desserts and food: color, aroma, heat-use performance and practical cost.
- Overseas buyers: grade, quantity, package, documentation and realistic supply conditions.
Component values alone do not determine the final matcha. Cultivar, shading, harvest timing, tencha processing, firing, milling, particle size, freshness and storage all matter.
Related pages: Kumamoto Matcha Component Analysis, Particle Size and Milling Comparison, and Japanese Matcha Cultivars.
Why we can explain these specifications: for commissioned Kumamoto matcha, we become involved before harvest—selecting farmers and cultivars, setting quality targets, guaranteeing purchase of the commissioned volume, and grading the final lot through analysis and sensory evaluation.
Read the full Sanrokuen matcha development and purchasing process.
Request a current sample or quotation
Please tell us your country, intended use, expected quantity, whether you require tencha-based matcha or shaded tamaryokucha powder, cultivar of interest, preferred grade, package format, organic requirement and any import-document needs. This allows us to confirm the current lot and recommend a realistic option.