At a glance
- Japanese name
- 株式会社あいや
- Established
- 1888
- Location
- Nishio, Aichi
- English support
- Regional sites US, Europe, Japan
- Export experience
- USA, Germany, Austria, China, Thailand
- Certifications
- Organic (multiple)
- Website
- www.matcha.co.jp
Editor's scoring
Overall 15/25 (60%)
- English supportStrong
- Export experienceExcellent
- Certification breadthLimited
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
World's largest matcha manufacturer with 130+ year history. 1,300+ granite grinding mills. Regional subsidiaries in Los Angeles, Hamburg, Shanghai, Bangkok. Dedicated B2B bulk portal.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryRaw material12 suppliers
Matcha Powder
抹茶
Matcha is stone-ground tea powder made from shade-grown tencha green tea leaves. Japan's traditional production centers are Uji (Kyoto), Nishio (Aichi), and Shizuoka. Uji matcha is a protected geographical indication (GI). Nishio no Matcha was previously a GI but its registration was withdrawn in February 2020 and it is now protected as a Regional Collective Trademark. Export demand has grown sharply since the 2010s.
Uji (Kyoto) GI, Nishio (Aichi) Regional Collective Trademark +2MOQ 10–50 kg - GlossaryRaw material6 suppliers
Hojicha (Roasted Green Tea)
焙じ茶
Hojicha is a Japanese green tea that has been roasted at high temperature, producing a distinctive toasty, low-astringency, low-caffeine beverage. The powdered form is used in ice cream, baked goods, specialty lattes, and confectionery. Export demand has grown as a caffeine-lower alternative to matcha.
Kyoto (Uji, Wazuka), Shizuoka +1MOQ 20–100 kg (powder); 50–200 kg (loose)
Track record
Client types served
- European cosmetic and food brands
- North American supplement and beauty brands
- Asia-Pacific exporters and distributors
How to talk to AIYA America Inc.
- Email inquiry
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (Japan hours)
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (EU hours)
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (US hours)
- ✓ Available
- In-person at their facility (Japan)
- ✓ By appointment
- Overseas in-person
- Conditional — major exhibitions (in-cosmetics, Cosmoprof, FOODEX) and select trade missions
- Languages
- English, Japanese
- Preferred first contact
- Email via OEM JAPAN inquiry form with company profile, target market, and indicative volume
Information based on public sources, manufacturer verification pending
FAQ about AIYA America Inc.
Q. What does AIYA America Inc. produce?
AIYA America Inc. is listed on this platform with 2 ingredients for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include food ingredients and beverage ingredients. Examples include Matcha Powder and Hojicha (Roasted Green Tea).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- AIYA America Inc. official site
Q. Where is AIYA America Inc. located, and how does that affect shipping?
AIYA America Inc. is based in Nishio, Aichi, Japan (established 1888). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does AIYA America Inc. support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. Regional sites US, Europe, Japan Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does AIYA America Inc. have?
AIYA America Inc. holds Organic (multiple). They have prior export experience (markets served include: USA, Germany, Austria, China, Thailand).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for AIYA America Inc.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts AIYA America Inc. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-04-23