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ZENMA Journal

Buying Japanese matcha: understanding NAGI and its origin

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Buying Japanese matcha: understanding NAGI and its origin

When buying Japanese matcha, specific information is more useful than a broad quality promise. NAGI lists Shizuoka and Kagoshima as its origins. Its profile is floral, with delicate tea notes, velvety texture and gentle umami, making it an option for both pure matcha and lattes.

Japanese does not automatically mean Uji

Japanese matcha can come from different regions. NAGI's current details name Shizuoka and Kagoshima, not Uji or Kyoto. If a particular region matters to you, check that exact information before ordering. A search phrase or a Japanese product name is not evidence of a specific growing region.

What does NAGI currently disclose?

  • First harvest, listed as April 2026 in the current details.
  • A cultivar blend of Okumidori, Saemidori, Saeakari and Tsuyuhikari.
  • Full shading for more than 21 days and fine milling, according to its product details.
  • The current detail field lists JAS certification and Ceremonial Grade.

These statements refer to this product's supplied information. A future harvest or batch may be different, so check the current NAGI product page before buying.

Consider certification separately from taste

If you are looking for organic matcha, check the actual certification and the scope of the supporting documentation. NAGI's current detail field names JAS; we do not add other certification logos or claims here. Ask before purchasing if you require a particular certificate. Ceremonial Grade is the product's positioning in this catalog, not a substitute for origin evidence, a certificate or your own flavour preference.

Choose a packaging option

NAGI is available in a tin, as a 30 g refill, and as an Everyday Set. The refill is the same variety and quality as the tin version, without an additional tin. The Everyday Set contains one 30 g tin and two 30 g refill bags, 90 g in total. Current prices are shown on the linked product pages and are not fixed in this guide.

For a flavour-led choice between Japanese NAGI and LÁN from Jiangsu, read our NAGI and LÁN comparison. Our shipping policy contains the current delivery terms.