Uji Matcha is known for its unique flavor and excellent quality. The tea leaves grown in the tea fields around Uji City in Kyoto Prefecture are produced using a unique shade-grown cultivation technique that enhances their flavor characteristics. The carefully harvested tea leaves are finely ground in a stone mill to produce a powder with a bright green color and a strong aroma. Uji Matcha is known for its smooth mild sweetness rich umami and low bitterness and is loved by tea connoisseurs around the world. It is popular not only for its rich flavor but also for its catechin and other ingredients.