At Nio Teas, every matcha is graded Latte, Entry, Premium or Superior. Premium Grade is our refined ceremonial tier: first-harvest leaf (ichibancha), shaded for an extended period before picking, with only the finest young leaves selected. It brings very high umami, very low bitterness and minimal astringency, and it is smooth enough for koicha, the thick preparation, as well as usucha.
The Matcha Yame Okumidori Miyako sits in Premium Grade because of how it drinks. Grown in Yame, Okumidori develops a creamy body with subtle florals and a cocoa-like aroma, and this matcha is creamy and sweet, with a thick, velvety body and a smooth, mellow finish.
Cultivar: OkumidoriTea variety
The Matcha Yame Okumidori Miyako is made from the Okumidori cultivar, a Japanese tea variety celebrated for its balanced sweetness, rich umami, and vibrant color.
Okumidori is known for producing teas with deep vegetal notes, smooth textures, and a gentle sweetness. When grown in Yame’s rich soils, it develops a creamy body with subtle floral hints and a cocoa-like aroma. This cultivar is ideal for creating a matcha that feels both luxurious and comforting, mellow yet complex, with a soft, velvety finish.
Preparation & Servings30 g = 15 servings · 60 g = 30 servings
Whisked thin as usucha, 2 g of matcha makes one bowl.
Soak the bamboo whisk — 2–3 minutes before first use, 30–60 seconds for daily use.
Sift 2 g (1 tsp) of matcha, about 2 chashaku scoops, into your bowl.
Heat water to 70°C / 160°F.
Add 10 ml (1 tbsp) of water and work it into a smooth paste with no clumps.
Add the rest of the water — 80 ml / ⅓ cup in total.
Whisk in quick W motions for 15–30 seconds.
Enjoy your matcha, then rinse the whisk, let it air-dry and store it on its holder.
Tea Artisan: MiyakoさんFukuoka
The Matcha Yame Okumidori Miyako is produced in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture, a region famous for its deep, full-bodied green teas. The area’s misty valleys and nutrient-rich volcanic soils create the ideal environment for cultivating the shaded leaves used in premium matcha.
Our sourcing partner Miyako plays a crucial role in bringing this exceptional matcha to life. While Miyako is not a farmer, he is one of our most trusted tea partners in Japan. Working directly with local producers, he tests, verifies, and selects the finest pesticide-free matchas that meet our strict quality standards. For privacy reasons, we do not disclose the farms involved. But rest assured, each tea is tested for purity and chosen for its outstanding balance and flavor.
Origin: YameJapan
The Matcha Yame Okumidori Miyako is sourced from Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture, an area known for its thick, shaded tea leaves and exceptionally high-quality matcha production. The combination of mild temperatures, high humidity, and fertile soil creates the perfect conditions for cultivating teas with deep umami and refined sweetness. Thanks to Miyako’s close relationships with local growers, we’re able to bring you a matcha that embodies the essence of Yame — rich, smooth, and naturally pure.
Why choose Nio Teas?
For us, tea is more than a beverage—it’s a way of life. We’ve spent years visiting tea farms across Japan, tasting teas with the people who grow them and building lasting, direct relationships. We believe this is the most sustainable way to source tea: fewer intermediaries, greater traceability and a closer connection between farmer and drinker.
Every tea is 100% pesticide-free and carefully selected for its taste, origin and craftsmanship. Whether you’re discovering Japanese tea or comparing cultivars and terroirs, you’ll find honest tasting notes, precise brewing guidance and real support to help you get the best from every cup.
Rich in catechins and other naturally occurring antioxidants.
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Chlorophyll
Naturally rich in chlorophyll, the pigment behind matcha’s vibrant green colour.
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Potassium & Calcium
Naturally occurring minerals that contribute to matcha’s nutritional profile.
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L-theanine
An amino acid naturally found in tea, associated with a calm, focused feeling.
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Vitamins A, C, E & K
Contains a range of vitamins naturally present in the whole tea leaf.
Why Buy Your Matcha from Nio Teas
No middlemen, no pesticides, no risk.
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Try it with confidence. If it isn’t right for you, contact us within 30 days.
11 Japanese Matcha Farmers
Our matcha brings together the craft and regional expertise of 11 partner farmers across Japan.
Direct from Farmer to Bowl
We build lasting relationships with our farmers for fewer intermediaries and greater traceability.
100% Pesticide-Free Matcha
Every matcha is grown without pesticides, then personally tasted and selected by our team.
How to Make Matcha Like a Pro
Discover the art of preparing the perfect bowl of matcha, from choosing the right tools to mastering the traditional whisking technique.
Prepare
Soak the bamboo whisk. First use: 2–3 minutes · Daily use: 30–60 seconds. Sift 2 g (1 tsp) of matcha, or 2 chashaku scoops, into the bowl.
Make the Paste
Heat water to 70°C / 160°F. Add 10 ml (1 tbsp) of water and combine into a smooth matcha paste with no clumps.
Whisk
Add the rest of the water, 80 ml / ⅓ cup in total. Whisk in quick W motions for 15–30 seconds.
Enjoy & Care
Enjoy your matcha. Rinse, air-dry and store the whisk on its holder.
Not All Matcha is Created Equal.
Nio Teas Premium Grade compared side by side with the same grade purchased on Amazon.
Our trusted matcha sourcing partner in Japan.
Farmer: Miyakoさん
Miyako is not a farmer but one of our most trusted tea partners in Japan. Working directly with local producers, he tests, verifies and selects the finest pesticide-free matchas that meet our strict quality standards. For privacy reasons, we cannot disclose the farms.
Why Organic Matcha Fields Make a Difference
Tea plants absorb everything from the soil, making pesticide-free farming especially important. The farmers we work with have found a way to grow delicious tea without harming the natural ecosystem.
Nio teas has been my favourite place to purchase good quality teas for a while now, and still they never disappoint me. Their teas are excellent quality, however, I’d like to give more attention to customer service - Nio team has been very kind and helpful each time I had any sort of problem. Their customer service never disappoints, they are very attentive and quick in responding to any queries, hence why I’ve been a loyal customer for a while now.
Apr 1, 2026
5 out of 5 stars
5/5
Sean
My favorite vendor for Japanese organic loose leaf green teas. They are sourcing some of the best organic teas out of Japan and supporting family farmers and the growing organic tea industry as a whole.I have ordered from every vendor for years and Nio consistently has the best prices and selection overall. They provide top notch customer service and fast shipping as well. Highly recommended 🍃
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My wife and I are new to matcha, and we were delighted when we found the Nios website. The Tasting Notes helped us choose the Yame Okumidori Miyakoand Kiwami Sakamoto matchas. Nios was generous in gifting to us a packet of Oishi Ceremonial Saemidori. The Tasting Notes did its work and we are enjoying all three.
I've really enjoyed my first experience of Matcha Yame Okumidori Miyako. The colour is a beautiful deep jade green and the texture incredibly smooth, creamy and velvety. Flavour is very well rounded with a pleasant bitter-sweet reminiscent of dark chocolate with a toasty aroma of cocoa.
This is probably my favourite of the 3 matcha teas I have purchased from Nio Teas so far.
This matcha is so comforting! Drinking it feels like a warm hug. It doesn't have any distinct outliers in flavour, but it's well rounded and personally I would describe it as a deep comforting earthy flavour. Love this one, added to my faves!
Notes of cocoa + toasted nuttiness that are followed by a slight tang + sharpness in the back of the throat. astringency is minimal but present, while bitterness is almost non-existent. i also located subtle umami notes throughout with an overall velvety texture, making this quite enjoyable alone.
This yame matcha is smooth, rich & velvety and no acidity. this was yummy without a sweetener but just a touch of agave in a latte smooths it out even more
It's a nice, mild matcha. Not very complex, and I find the individual notes are hard to pick out -- it just tastes like matcha (and that's not a bad thing). Not everything has to be complicated.
Made an usucha out of this matcha, nothing added. Delicious mild cocoa note shines through as described on the website. Mouthfeel smooth and creamy. Just recently started drinking matcha, this is one of my favorites that I’ve tried so far.
Good texture and deep green color but less umami and slightly more astringency than I expected from the flavor profile on the site. It just wasn't what I was hoping for.
The matcha of my dreams! Slightly toasty, leafy, green, and perfect. Immediately ordered 6 more to store in my freezer. I cannot get enough of this one.
