{"id":83747,"date":"2026-02-27T15:18:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T07:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=83747"},"modified":"2026-03-15T00:30:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T16:30:38","slug":"marukyu-koyamaen-matcha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/marukyu-koyamaen-matcha\/","title":{"rendered":"Marukyu Koyamaen Matcha 2026: Best Matcha to Try, Prices & Where to Buy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’ve ever searched for the best matcha in the world, one name comes up again and again:  Marukyu Koyamaen.<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Founded over 300 years ago in Uji, Kyoto \u2014 the birthplace of Japanese matcha \u2014 Marukyu Koyamaen (\u4e38\u4e45\u5c0f\u5c71\u5712) <\/strong>is one of the most respected names in premium green tea. The brand is trusted by tea masters, caf\u00e9s, and serious home brewers for its consistent, high-grade quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But with dozens of grades, wide price ranges, and frequent sell-outs, choosing the right tin can be confusing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide breaks down the Marukyu Koyamaen matcha grade chart, explains the differences between popular blends like Isuzu and Wako, covers pricing, store locations, and how to avoid fakes \u2014 so you can confidently pick the right matcha for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf75 TL;DR: Marukyu Koyamaen Matcha at a Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Question<\/strong><\/th>Quick Answer<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
What is Marukyu Koyamaen?<\/strong><\/td>One of Japan’s oldest and most prestigious matcha producers, based in Uji, Kyoto<\/td><\/tr>
Best entry-level grade<\/strong><\/td>Isuzu (ceremonial, affordable)<\/td><\/tr>
Best premium grade<\/strong><\/td>Wako or Aoarashi<\/td><\/tr>
Price range<\/strong><\/td>~1,000\u201310,000+ JPY per 20\u201340g tin (~S$8.11-$81)<\/td><\/tr>
Why always sold out?<\/strong><\/td>Limited production, global demand, seasonal harvests<\/td><\/tr>
Where to buy<\/strong><\/td>Official website, Kyoto\/Tokyo\/Osaka flagship stores, select overseas retailers<\/td><\/tr>
How to spot fakes<\/strong><\/td>Buy from official channels; verify packaging holograms and Japanese labelling<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcda Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. What is Marukyu Koyamaen?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Marukyu Koyamaen’s Home: Uji, Kyoto<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. The Marukyu Koyamaen Matcha Chart<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Best Marukyu Koyamaen Matcha to Try<\/strong><\/a>\n