Uji, Japan
Mornings in Uji begin with a hush — mist drifting through ancient tea fields, wrapping each leaf in moisture and calm. Nestled between soft hills, river valleys, and centuries-old tea gardens, Uji offers the perfect balance of climate: gentle rain, nutrient-rich soil, cool mornings, and steady humidity. These conditions allow the tea to grow slowly, building flavor, sweetness, and complexity.
But it’s the human touch that makes it exceptional. Our tea farmers use traditional shading and harvesting methods, handpick only the youngest leaves, and stone-grind them into a fine, vibrant powder. Every step honors centuries of craftsmanship. The result is a matcha that is naturally smooth, vibrant in color, rich in umami, and packed with nutrients. Every cup of Mezame is rooted in tradition, shaped by nature, and made to bring clarity to your day.
Okumidori Cultivar
Okumidori is a refined Japanese tea cultivar known for its naturally sweet, smooth, and full-bodied character. What sets it apart is its vibrant deep green color, rich umami, and low bitterness — making it ideal for high-grade matcha.
Our Okumidori is grown in the historic hills of Uji, Kyoto — where mineral-rich soil, misty mornings, and centuries of tea tradition create ideal growing conditions. Before harvest, the tea plants are shaded for up to 30 days, enhancing natural sweetness and boosting L-theanine levels.
Carefully hand-picked, traditionally stone-milled, and produced in small batches with no shortcuts — our Okumidori represents the essence of Uji matcha: vibrant, balanced, and deeply satisfying.
Clarity
Matcha is often associated with mental clarity due to its unique combination of caffeine and l-theanine. While caffeine provides you with an energy boost, l-theanine which is a highly concentrated amino acid found in matcha, promotes relaxation without drowsiness. Therefore matcha is enhancing your focus while reducing stress in the body. This synergy can improve concentration and mental clarity. The result is a state of calm alertness for up to 6 hours as l-theanine also regulates the caffeine uptake.
Energy
The energy you get from matcha is unlike any other.
Due to the amino acid l-theanine the caffeine in matcha is absorbed more slowly by the body. This serves to provide you with a steady energy release over several hours, without the spike and crash associated with coffee. L-theanine also promotes alpha brain waves, leading to a state of relaxed alertness.
What is the result? Clear, steady energy without any jitters and anxiety. Just a smooth energy buzz that keeps you going for hours.
Focus
Matcha is a powerful brain booster that enhances focus and cognitive function. This effect is due to its unique composition of powerful active ingredients including caffeine and l-theanine together with various antioxidants.
The combination of caffeine and l-theanine creates a state of calm alertness, improving focus and mental clarity. Antioxidants are rich in catechins, particularly EGCG, which protect brain cells from oxidative stress and inflammation. This supports overall brain health and function.
Hence matcha acts like a true booster for your brain!