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 Uji Matcha Chanoka Okumidori sits in Premium Grade because of how it drinks. The Okumidori cultivar gives it a smooth, full body, and a soft steamed-vegetable flavour evolves into grassy brightness, then a refined dryness and a whisper of dark-chocolate bitterness.
Cultivar: OkumidoriTea variety
The Uji matcha is made from the Okumidori cultivar and based on customer feedback, this is consistently our most popular type of matcha at Nio Teas.
Okumidori is a tea variety renowned for its ability to produce smooth and full-bodied teas. It is often blended with other teas to reduce any bitterness, but it can also be enjoyed on its own. Despite being more challenging to produce, Okumidori is highly valued for its contribution to teas such as the Uji matcha, which has a finish completely free of bitterness.
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.
As a latte:
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 another 30 ml of water — 40 ml in total — and whisk in quick W motions for 15–30 seconds.
Pour the matcha over your preferred hot or cold milk. Add ice for an iced matcha latte.
Tea Artisan: TakadaさんKyoto
We source this tea from Takada Masahiro, a farmer based in Uji, who runs his family business at Chanoka. The legacy of Chanoka dates back to 1900, when Masahiro's great grandfather established their first tea garden in Uji. Since then, their family has been passionately involved in cultivating and manufacturing some of the finest teas in Japan.
Origin: UjiJapan
This is a matcha from uji japan, the most famous region for Japanese green tea production. The specific green tea is cultivated on Mr. Chanoka's farm in Uji. Grown at an altitude of 400 meters, the matcha is shaded for 3 weeks before the harvest in order to develop a sweeter and more savory flavor.
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.
Chanoka, a family tea garden in Uji since 1907.
Farmer: Takadaさん
Masahiro Takada carries on the Chanoka family tea business in Ujitawara, in Kyoto's Uji tea region. The garden's own records date its opening to 1907. From shaded matcha to sencha and stem teas, the family's work combines tea-making experience with an inventive approach to how tea is prepared and enjoyed.
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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Love Nio Teas, learnt so much about tea from them and have been trying what my wallet can afford me! This time it was Uji Matcha Chanoka Okumidori. Perfectly fine Matcha, good colour, easily whisked with a good foam. Not a thick drink and quite dry and vegetal but easy to have with or without milk.
This is far grander a tea than most “on the market” matcha teas one can acquire at the local shops. I typically will drink a cooking grade matcha, but never again! I love that this tea is affordable and has an excellent balance of flavor (mildly pleasant bitterness and grassy notes) and allows for one to have a less jittery caffeine boost.
This matcha from the renowned Uji region pleasantly surprised me.
Despite its ceremonial grade, I wanted to venture into a daring exploration and decided to marry it with fresh oat milk.
The result?
A taste explosion that really exceeded all expectations!
The encounter between the vibrant green of matcha, from the okumidori cultivar, and the creamy smoothness of the vegetable milk generated a unique taste experience.
Every sip takes me back to my childhood days of eating Corn Flakes in the morning.
And what about the chawan?
After stirring this matcha, it exudes a fresh, enveloping fragrance, a seductive combination of herbaceous and milky notes that literally leaves you gasping, wanting to savour this timeless delight again and again.
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Ok so I really wanted to love this matcha because I bought so much of it at once. But it was very light/flowery and although the color is beautiful it wasn’t earthy enough for me and it didn’t have enough caffeine in it for my liking. Over all it is high quality so I gave it 4 stars
Chanoka Okumidori has a more intense bitterness to it. The grassyness is balanced with a nice yet slight sweetness. The umami note is on the fainter side.
With it's ticker feeling/texture in the mouth and medium dryness Chanoka Okumidori gives one an overall round Matcha experience.
Especially good for beginners, who still do not know what to look for in a Matcha.
Not so much for experienced Matcha drinkers, as Nio can shine with more impressive ones.
