Kanbayashi Shunsho Aya no Mori Matcha – Ceremonial Japanese Matcha

Kanbayashi Shunsho Aya no Mori Matcha – Ceremonial Japanese Matcha

Creamy, mellow, and beautifully full-bodied.

Aya no Mori by Kanbayashi Shunsho is an Uji matcha crafted for traditional usucha, known for its rich, rounded flavour and mellow character.

Creamy and full-bodied, Aya no Mori offers delicate nutty and lightly toasted notes with a smooth, satisfying depth. Compared with lighter everyday matcha, it has a fuller and softer character, followed by a long-lasting finish that makes each bowl feel rich without being overly heavy.

Best For

• Traditional usucha / thin tea

• Hot matcha

• Everyday matcha

• Tea practice

• Customers who enjoy creamy and nutty flavour profiles

• Those who prefer a fuller, mellower matcha

• Matcha drinkers looking for a rich everyday usucha

Taste Profile

Flavour: Creamy, nutty, lightly toasted
Umami: Medium
Bitterness: Mild to medium
Astringency: Mild
Aroma: Soft, nutty, and gently toasted
Texture: Creamy and full-bodied
Finish: Mellow, rounded, and long-lasting

How to Use

For traditional usucha, sift approximately 2g of Aya no Mori into a bowl and add 60–70ml of water at around 85°C. Whisk quickly in a W or M motion until smooth and lightly frothy.

Aya no Mori is especially well suited to being enjoyed straight as usucha, allowing its creamy texture, subtle nuttiness, and fuller-bodied character to come through clearly.

Storage

Keep sealed and store away from heat, light, moisture, and strong odours. After opening, close tightly and refrigerate for best freshness.