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TOBI-EN

No.2 — Hatsumukashi

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TOBI-EN matcha from handpicked Samidori leaves grown in Shirakawa, Uji. The seller describes a thick, deep and harmonious umami taste, suitable for koicha and usucha.

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Taste at a glance

Research estimate · 0–5 intensity

Flavor intensity
Unknown
Umami
Unknown
Bitterness
Unknown
Astringency
Unknown
Aroma intensity
Unknown
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Higher means more intense, not a quality score or liking. Overall stars are separate. 0 means not perceived; a missing value means unknown.

Where is my matcha? estimates intensity from qualitative product descriptions using research-v1. These are editorial estimates, not measurements, manufacturer scores or community votes. Missing evidence stays unknown; each preparation is assessed separately.

0 absent; 1 trace/slight; 2 light; 3 moderate; 4 strong/rich; 5 exceptionally intense. Only explicit degree for that axis is scored; missing evidence is unknown.

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About this matcha

Profiles below are attributed producer or retailer statements, separate from independent tasting and member reviews.

Retailer’s description

The official seller describes a mellow, thick and deep taste with harmonious umami.

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Preparation & use

Retailer’s descriptionGeneral maker guidance

The maker's general usucha method uses 2g sifted matcha and 70ml water at around 80°C.

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What we know

Origin
Shirakawa, Uji, Kyoto, Japan
Cultivar
Samidori
Harvest
Spring 2026 (Ichibancha)
Blend / tea leaves
Not documented

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