At a glance
| Japanese name | 京都林屋 |
|---|---|
| Established | 1753 |
| Location | Uji, Kyoto |
| English support | Direct-to-consumer English e-commerce |
| Export experience | International + Amazon US |
| Website | kyohayashiyamatcha.com |
About
270-year heritage. Developed hojicha powder in 1902. Small-batch drum-roasted in-house production. Wakamatsu matcha variety.
Ingredients offered
- Raw material17 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 and Nishio matcha are protected geographical indications. Export demand has grown sharply since the 2010s.
Uji (Kyoto) GI, Nishio (Aichi) GI +2MOQ 10–50 kg - Raw material11 suppliers
Hojicha
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)
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Last updated: 2026-04-23