Premium; mild-sweet, smooth finish; emerald green according to supplier; for Koicha

Ceremonial classification: The specific Horai product description explicitly recommends it for Koicha.[20]

Yabukita, spring and summer harvest; fruity, citrus, and juniper

Ceremonial classification: Explicit ceremonial grade designation; additionally, a specific Usucha recommendation.[91]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numeric report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Okumidori, summer harvest; velvety, white chocolate, and umami

Ceremonial classification: Explicit ceremonial grade designation; additionally, a specific Usucha recommendation. Summer harvest is not an automatic exclusion under the seller definition applied.[88]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numeric report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Spring harvest, Okumidori/Samidori/Yabukita; roasted pistachio and sweetness

Ceremonial classification: Explicit ceremonial grade designation and specific Koicha/ceremony recommendation.[90]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numeric report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Traditional strong matcha with characteristic bitterness

Ceremonial classification: The exact official Classique 80g product image carries the ceremonial classification. Additionally, the Classique PDP explains that the matcha offered is of ceremonial quality. Stronger bitterness and suitability for lattes/kitchen use do not invalidate this explicit seller designation.[74]

Two separate records: Que Choisir, October 2026, Classique 80 g, batch 2025-62, purchased 06.03.2026 (Pb, Cd, aluminum, and pesticides); Eurofins 04.02.2025, older batch 2023-55-80G (As, Hg, Ni, and caffeine). As/Hg in the consumer report only <LOQ without numerical limits; therefore, numerical limits from the older report are retained. No continuous single-sample analysis and no confirmation of the current retail batch. Provider-specific color coding and attached thresholds are not adopted as a safety judgment.Report: 2025-02-04 · Sample/Batch: 80 g: 2023-55-80G; BBD 31.10.2026

Manual harvest and production; very fine and without bitterness

Ceremony classification: Explicit Cérémonie designation of the specific product.[76]

Published Eurofins copy from 2025; figures refer to the specified sample, not automatically to the current retail batch. Colored thresholds in the provider's version are not an independent safety assessment. Cérémonie report examines 500 g; the identical 30 g product is not a confirmed batch match.Report: 2025-01-30 · Sample/Batch: 500 g sample: 2020138-100Gx5; BBD 01.08.2026

Premium, stone-ground

Ceremony classification: The official Arche shop describes the specific Kyoto product quality in the context of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony.[230]

Checked: specified product page. No publicly accessible product-specific numerical report linked there. No statement on internal tests or product safety.

Japanese powdered tea

Ceremony classification: The official Arche shop expressly categorizes this specific product for the Japanese tea ceremony.[229]

Checked: specified product page. No publicly accessible product-specific numerical report linked there. No statement on internal tests or product safety.

Yabukita/Yutakamidori/Okumidori, 20 days shaded; daily use and latte

Ceremony classification: Product page describes the variants collectively as Ceremonial and explicitly lists Grade 1 as Ceremonial Matcha I.[80]

Checked product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Highest of the three Ceremonial qualities offered

Ceremony classification: Product page describes the variants collectively as Ceremonial and explicitly lists Grade 3 as Ceremonial Matcha III.[80]

Checked product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Ceremonial

Ceremony classification: Ceremonial Grade is the manufacturer's explicit designation for this product.[142]

Checked: manufacturer PDP and German retailer PDP. No public product-specific laboratory protocol linked in these sources. Retailer minimum order value 30 EUR; shipping extra.

Creamy, nutty, and umami

Ceremony classification: Specific product description names Ceremonial Grade and use in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies.[83]

Checked product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Certified matcha from Kagoshima with a fruity, creamy umami side – for usucha and concentrated koicha preparation.

Ceremony classification: The dealer explicitly mentions koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific drinking matcha suitability.[177]

Checked: specific product page and the dealer's producer page. No product/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal tests.

Certified matcha from Kagoshima with a fruity, creamy umami side – for usucha and concentrated koicha preparation.

Ceremony classification: The dealer explicitly mentions koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific drinking matcha suitability.[177]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Kagoshima for Usucha, with Asatsuyu from the first spring harvest and a fruity profile with umami, sweet roundness, and a chocolatey side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[179]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Kagoshima for Usucha, with Asatsuyu from the first spring harvest and a fruity profile with umami, sweet roundness, and a chocolatey side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[179]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Kagoshima for Usucha, with Asatsuyu from the first spring harvest and a fruity profile with umami, sweet roundness, and a chocolatey side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[179]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Miyazaki for Usucha, soft and sweet in profile with a present umami side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[180]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Miyazaki for Usucha, soft and sweet in profile with a present umami side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[180]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Miyazaki with a tart-grassy profile, suitable for Matcha Latte, Usucha, and cooking.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[182]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Miyazaki with a fruity-soft profile, for Usucha and pure matcha without milk.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[183]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Uji with a soft, balanced profile, sweet side, and creamy impression – for Koicha, if you want to prepare matcha in a concentrated way.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[184]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Uji for Koicha: sweet, umami, soft and creamy, with a fruity side.

Ceremony classification: Merchant explicitly mentions Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[186]

Checked: merchant's specific product page and producer page. No product/batch-specific analytical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Uji for Koicha, with umami, a smooth mouthfeel, and a sweet, creamy profile.

Ceremonial Classification: The retailer explicitly lists Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[187]

Checked: specific product page and the retailer's producer page. No product/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Uji with sweet umami, a smooth mouthfeel, and a creamy, fruity profile – for Koicha, if you wish to prepare matcha in a concentrated and pure form.

Ceremonial Classification: The retailer explicitly lists Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[188]

Checked: specific product page and the retailer's producer page. No product/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Matcha from Uji with umami, fruity tension, and a creamy, sweet profile, intended for concentrated Koicha preparation.

Ceremonial Classification: The retailer explicitly lists Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability for drinking matcha.[189]

Checked: specific product page and the retailer's producer page. No product/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Yabukita, top three leaves of the spring harvest; gentle tartness, umami, light sweetness, and nutty-earthy nuances.

Ceremonial Classification: Another specialist retailer identifies the same Ookawa Premium from Yabukita/first harvest and explicitly recommends both traditional preparation methods.[235]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numerical report found there. No statement regarding internal testing or product safety.

First harvest; stone-ground; mild, creamy, fine sweetness, and umami

Ceremonial Classification: Explicit ceremonial classification of the specific product.[31]

Provider publishes measured values. The linked laboratory certificate from 02/23/2026 contains a certificate of conformity, not a data table; the website lists different report identifiers.Report: 2026-02-23 · Sample/Batch: 16/06/2027 PT26P

First and second harvest; stone-ground; robust, creamy, slightly tart

Ceremonial Classification: Specific "Traditional" product data lists "Ceremonial Grade." Differences from the separate "Ceremonial" product line and the second harvest do not negate the explicit grade designation.[32]

Provider publishes measured values. The linked laboratory certificate from 02/23/2026 contains a certificate of conformity, not a data table; the website lists different report identifiers.Report: 2026-02-23 · Sample/Batch: 18/07/2027 PT27T

Aged Tencha, stone-ground; balanced umami, gentle bitterness, smooth finish.

Ceremonial Classification: Daigyoku bears a specific ceremonial designation and an explicit Usucha recommendation.[225]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numerical report found there. No statement regarding internal testing or product safety.

Balanced umami, gentle bitterness; for Usucha.

Ceremonial Classification: Variety is designated as ceremonial and specifically recommended for Usucha.[222]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numerical report found there. No statement regarding internal testing or product safety.

Full-bodied, smooth, pronounced umami; for Usucha, Koicha, and latte.

Ceremonial Classification: Ippodo explicitly recommends Sayaka for Koicha and Usucha on the original product page.[218]

Checked: original Ippodo FAQ regarding testing, official Sayaka product page, and retailer offer. No public original laboratory protocol found for the offered batch.

Mild and creamy; aromatic; for Koicha and Usucha; Japanese Tencha, ground on granite mills in Germany.

Ceremonial Classification: The Supreme product page lists both Koicha and Usucha.[165]

Checked: Supreme product page and KEIKO quality page. No original numerical analysis found for Supreme/current batch.

Matcha from Kagoshima with a tart umami profile and soft finish, suitable for Usucha, Matcha Latte, and culinary use.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[169]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Kirishima with a balanced, mild profile – for Usucha, Matcha Latte, and Iced Latte.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[171]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Kirishima in Kagoshima with a soft, spicy profile and umami, suitable for Koicha and Usucha.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[172]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Kirishima for Koicha, with a soft, sweet umami profile and milled on granite stone mills.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[173]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Kirishima with a spicy-tart profile, creamy impression, and use for Usucha or Matcha Latte.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[174]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Kagoshima for Usucha, full-bodied in the cup and milled with ishiusu on granite stone mills.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[175]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Matcha from Uji with umami, soft, mild profile and creamy mouthfeel – for Koicha and Usucha.

Ceremony Classification: Dealer explicitly names Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as a drinking matcha.[176]

Verified: specific product page and producer page of the dealer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal tests.

Ceremonial Grade; 100 % Tencha

Ceremony Classification: Provider explicitly describes this specific variety as Ceremonial Matcha.[26]

Product specification is not an analytical laboratory report. No individual metal/pesticide values found published.

Compiled by tea masters; mild, creamy, and without bitterness

Ceremony Classification: Specific premium product description explicitly indicates Usucha preparation. Included based on documented Usucha suitability, not based solely on "Premium".[71]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Rare Ujimidori cultivar, first harvest from Azuma-san; velvety and deep umami

Ceremony classification: Specific Ujimidori product description explicitly states Usucha preparation.[73]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Ceremonial quality; mild, umami, and bright green

Ceremony classification: Specific product is named Matcha Ceremony and is explicitly recommended for the Japanese tea ceremony.[67]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Matcha Hakuju from Yame for Koicha: mild, soft, and full-bodied, with a clear umami side and creamy mouthfeel.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[190]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Matcha from Hoshino with a soft, mild profile, creamy impression, and umami – for Usucha and Koicha.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[192]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Matcha from Hoshino for Usucha, soft in profile with nutty notes and umami.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[193]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Mild Matcha from Yame with umami and a nutty accent, suitable for Usucha and Matcha Latte.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[194]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Soft Matcha from Kirishima in Kagoshima for Koicha and Usucha, mild and creamy in profile with umami.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Koicha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[195]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Matcha Seihou from Japan's first harvest, stone-ground and sensorially harmonious with mild sweetness and umami.

Ceremony classification: For the specifically named Seihou 20g, another German dealer's product page explicitly offers both traditional preparations.[231]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Matcha from Yame with a mild-grassy profile and umami, for Matcha Latte, Iced Latte, and Usucha.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[197]

Checked: specific product page and dealer's producer page. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement on internal testing.

Soft, balanced Matcha from Yame for Usucha, if you want to drink pure and clear matcha.

Ceremony classification: Dealer explicitly mentions Usucha for this variety; additional latte/culinary use does not negate this specific suitability as drinking matcha.[198]

Checked: specific product page and producer page of the retailer. No product-/batch-specific numerical report linked there; no statement regarding internal testing.

Gentle/mild/creamy; noble bitterness with a citrus note; first harvest; 30 days shaded; stone-ground

Ceremony classification: Specific product description mentions ceremonial quality and traditional tea ceremony.[5]

Ceremonial quality; creamy, mild, and umami

Ceremony classification: Explicit "Ceremonial" designation of the specific 100 g product.[79]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for laboratory/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest, Yutakamidori; strong, sweet, and umami

Ceremony classification: Explicit "Ceremonial Grade" classification of the specific Yutakamidori product.[77]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for laboratory/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Pure, finely ground matcha powder

Ceremony classification: Own product description expressly recommends the 40 g standard variety for the classic tea ceremony. This meets the agreed suitability criterion despite a separate "Ceremonial" variety.[160]

Checked: product page, quality information, and laboratory database as well as both AGROLAB PDFs. Public examination confirmations, but no measured values and no assignment of the two batches to Classic/Ceremonial. Do not derive a security gap from missing figures. VKI/KONSUMENT mentions the brand in the independent test dated 05/19/2026; no individual measured values or clear grade assignment publicly available. Not counted as a numerical report.Report: 2026-09-17 · Sample/Batch: ZJ20251210/AS and ZN-F; grade assignment open

Ceremonial; first picking

Ceremony classification: Own PDP expressly mentions "Ceremonial" quality and suitability for Japanese tea ceremonies.[161]

Checked: product page, quality information, and laboratory database as well as both AGROLAB PDFs. Public examination confirmations, but no measured values and no assignment of the two batches to Classic/Ceremonial. Do not derive a security gap from missing figures. VKI/KONSUMENT mentions the brand in the independent test dated 05/19/2026; no individual measured values or clear grade assignment publicly available. Not counted as a numerical report.Report: 2026-09-17 · Sample/Batch: ZJ20251210/AS and ZN-F; grade assignment open

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony classification: Manufacturer directly recommends Aoarashi for thin tea (usucha); not derived solely from the matcha name.[232]

Checked: product page, manufacturer corporate page, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report found belonging to the currently offered batch.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Wako and underlying classic varieties as suitable for usucha; Chigi no Shiro 40g is included in this manufacturer grade list.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer corporate page, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report found belonging to the currently offered batch.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Kinrin and higher grades as suitable for thick or thin tea; Eiju 20g is included in this manufacturer grade list.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer corporate page, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report found belonging to the currently offered batch.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Wako and underlying classic varieties as suitable for usucha; Isuzu 40g is included in this manufacturer grade list.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer corporate page, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report found belonging to the currently offered batch.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony Classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Kinrin and higher grades suitable for thick or thin tea; according to the manufacturer's grade list, Kinrin 20g is included.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer's corporate website, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report belonging to the currently offered batch found.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony Classification: Original manufacturer catalog lists Meiju with the dot symbol for usucha and koicha suitability. Grade classification only, no adoption of old prices.[234]

Checked: product page, manufacturer's corporate website, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report belonging to the currently offered batch found.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony Classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Wako and classic grades below it as suitable for usucha; Wako 20g is included in this manufacturer's grade list.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer's corporate website, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report belonging to the currently offered batch found.

Japanese, stone-ground Uji matcha; quality grades distinguished by the retailer. No independently measured bitterness/color ranking.

Ceremony Classification: Manufacturer explicitly declares Wako and classic grades below it as suitable for usucha; Yugen 20g is included in this manufacturer's grade list.[233]

Checked: product page, manufacturer's corporate website, and Chanomiya certificate archive. No public numerical report belonging to the currently offered batch found.

Ceremonial; spring harvest; stone-ground; slightly sweet

Ceremony Classification: Specific Premium product description mentions ceremonial; 30g variant of the same variety.[43]

Ceremonial; spring harvest; stone-ground; slightly sweet

Ceremony Classification: Specific Premium product description mentions ceremonial; 80g variant of the same variety.[43]

Early harvested, recommended for ceremony; sweetish and delicate

Ceremony Classification: Explicit ceremonial designation in the specific product title.[70]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

100% Okumidori; creamy and almost without bitterness

Ceremony Classification: Explicit ceremonial designation in the specific product title.[68]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Ceremonial quality; first harvest, hand-picked, stone-ground; mildly sweet and full-bodied according to the provider

Ceremony Classification: TENNO is explicitly labeled by the seller as ceremonial quality.[16]

First harvest, youngest leaves, hand-picked and stone-ground; full-bodied, earthy and sweet

Ceremony Classification: Explicit Ceremonial designation in the product title; additionally described as its own Ceremonial quality.[61]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest, Okumidori; mild, sweet and Umami

Ceremonial classification: Explicit "Ceremonial" designation of the specific product.[63]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for labs/analyses/certificates verified. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest, Samidori/Ujihikari, machine-harvested and stone-ground; mild and sweet

Ceremonial classification: Specific product table explicitly classifies Mon–Fri as Ceremonial.[92]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for labs/analyses/certificates verified. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest, Gokou/Samidori, hand-picked and stone-ground; Umami and low bitterness

Ceremonial classification: Specific product table explicitly classifies Sunday as Ceremonial.[93]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for labs/analyses/certificates verified. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Saemidori, first harvest, shaded for 20–30 days, stone-ground; intense and full-bodied

Ceremonial classification: Specific Miyazaki product data and product title state Ceremonial Grade.[96]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for labs/analyses/certificates verified. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Okumidori, May 2025 harvest, granite stone mill; sweet, creamy, and chocolaty

Ceremonial classification: Specific Uji product data mentions Ceremonial Grade and tea ceremony quality.[97]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related searches for labs/analyses/certificates verified. No publicly accessible numerical report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest, Okumidori Blend, freshly stone-ground in Berlin; fine, creamy, and Umami

Ceremonial classification: Specific product title states Ceremonial; text also recommends Koicha and Usucha.[99]

Provider claims independent testing of every harvest for heavy metals, pesticides, and fungicides. Results are shared upon request according to the homepage. No publicly accessible numerical report found on the verified product/brand pages or in report searches; failure to publish is not proof of contamination.

Okumidori/Yabukita; sweet, creamy, and Umami, slightly tart aftertaste

Ceremonial classification: Specific product title states Ceremonial; supplemental latte recommendation does not invalidate this classification.[98]

Provider claims independent testing of every harvest for heavy metals, pesticides, and fungicides. Results are shared upon request according to the homepage. No publicly accessible numerical report found on the verified product/brand pages or in report searches; failure to publish is not proof of contamination.

First spring harvest; stone-ground; mild, creamy, Umami

Ceremonial classification: Explicit "Ceremonial" designation of the specific product.[54]

Metals: Original report dated 30.07.2026, product assignment via provider. Pesticides: separate Eurofins document; no public list of individual parameters.Report: 2026-07-30

First harvest; mild-sweet, Umami, creamy

Ceremonial classification: The exact Premium product description explicitly verifies tea ceremony suitability; not carried over from the designation of another variety.[38]

Ceremonial Grade according to provider

Ceremonial classification: Own German product page explicitly designates this powder as Ceremonial quality.[150]

Verified: German product page; 100 g for 25.99 EUR, marked as sold out. Declaration 3200 mg caffeine/100 g. No current batch-specific numerical report on the page.

Smooth ceremonial matcha with light notes of edamame and baby spinach. This matcha is made from the Okumidori cultivar, a premium tea variety prized for its mild and creamy taste. It is similar to our Matcha Washimine but slightly more tart. You will feel a slight tingle on the tongue with this tea; otherwise, it is mild and sweet.

Ceremony classification: Supplier explicitly designates this specific variety as ceremonial matcha.[209]

Verified: Product page and supplier profile. Pesticide-free cultivation mentioned; no product/batch-specific laboratory report with figures found. Cultivation claim not evaluated as a lab test.

This is a ceremonial matcha of the Saemidori cultivar. Saemidori is enjoying increasing popularity thanks to its light sweetness with a hint of grass. Compared to Okumidori matcha, Henta Matcha is significantly sweeter and has a slightly fresher taste. Compared to Yabukita Matcha, this tea is softer, finer, and sweeter. You will immediately perceive a slight sweetness, f

Ceremony classification: Supplier explicitly designates this specific variety as ceremonial matcha.[212]

Verified: Product page and supplier profile. Pesticide-free cultivation mentioned; no product/batch-specific laboratory report with figures found. Cultivation claim not evaluated as a lab test.

The ceremonial matcha produced by Mr. Nakai comes from the Okumidori cultivar. This high-quality variety is reserved exclusively for premium Gyokuro, Sencha, and matcha. The excellence of this matcha lies in its round and full-bodied taste with a balanced creaminess, a full body, and a fine, silky note of fresh spinach as well as e

Ceremony classification: Supplier explicitly designates this specific variety as ceremonial matcha.[213]

Verified: Product page and supplier profile. Pesticide-free cultivation mentioned; no product/batch-specific laboratory report with figures found. Cultivation claim not evaluated as a lab test.

Ceremonial Grade; first harvest; stone-ground

Ceremony classification: Product description of the official sales channel explicitly mentions ceremonial quality.[145]

Verified: original nu3.de product URL redirects to Shop Apotheke; PDP/JSON-LD checked there, including ingredients and price. No original numerical report linked on this product page.

Ceremonial; shaded, stone-ground; fine sweetness, subtle umami, gentle astringency

Ceremony classification: The specific Solstice product is explicitly ceremonial and recommended for usucha.[50]

Saemidori/Yabukita, spring and autumn harvest; creamy with fine bitterness

Ceremony classification: The specific Ichi product subtitle mentions ceremonial quality; entry-level price is not an exclusion criteria.[94]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Tsuyuhikari/Asanoka, spring harvest; mild umami, ceramic ball mill

Ceremony classification: The specific Kokoro product subtitle mentions ceremonial quality.[95]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

Spring harvest; mild, sweet, and creamy

Ceremony classification: Explicit ceremonial designation in the specific product title.[65]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for lab/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numerical report associated with this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First harvest; stone-ground

Ceremony classification: This specific premium grade is explicitly recommended by the manufacturer for tea ceremonies.[148]

Verified: respective product page and official quality page. General lab tests described; no batch-specific numerical reports published. Caffeine is a supplier declaration, not an original lab result.

Ceremonial Matcha; granite stone mill

Ceremony classification: This specific Superior grade is referred to as ceremonial matcha and is recommended for tea ceremonies.[149]

Checked: respective product page and official quality page. General laboratory tests are described; no batch-specific numeric reports published. Caffeine is a supplier declaration, not original laboratory evidence.

Balanced between sweetness and bitterness, umami, clear green; entry into the dealer's ceremonial qualities.

Ceremony classification: Concrete product name and quality description state Ceremonial.[214]

Checked: product page and producer portrait. Quality management certifications mentioned, but no publicly linked product/batch-specific numeric report.

Premium 92/100 according to supplier; first flush 2025; shaded for over 20 days; elegantly bitter, creamy

Ceremony classification: The specific 100g product page expressly recommends classic usucha preparation; "Premium" alone was not the deciding factor.[9]

GBA, report 26024152-012 dated 27/05/2026, SKU N4061BDE, batch L04501. Four metal values; older pesticide sample reported separately.Report: 2026-05-27 · Sample/Batch: L04501

First harvest, shaded 25–30 days; full-bodied, sweet and umami

Ceremony classification: Concrete product data explicitly name Ceremonial as well as Koicha and Usucha.[87]

Product page, linked quality information, and brand-related search for laboratory/analysis/certificate checked. No publicly accessible numeric report assigned to this product found in these sources. This is a documentation gap, not proof of contamination.

First Flush, balanced, sweet and mild

Ceremony classification: "Basic" is part of the explicit Ceremonial designation here. The exact product description additionally recommends the quality for the tea ceremony; therefore not a Basic/Latte-only product.[85]

Eurofins report dated 18/02/2025 for Premium Matcha Japan (sample 347-2025-00004670) verifies two pesticide methods. No published metal, caffeine, or individual parameter values; no current batch assignment. Does not apply to TeaClub Ceremonial.Report: 2025-02-18 · Sample/Batch: Sample 347-2025-00004670; customer reference X000SZJMXL; no batch specified

First spring harvest; granite stone mill

Ceremony classification: Own PDP explicitly designates this exact variety as ceremonial matcha.[154]

Checked: live PDP and fully linked original ALS report. Results refer to the named sample/batch; no aluminum or pesticide measurement in this report.Report: 2025-12-08 · Sample/Batch: BBD 31/10/2027; lab sample FP2537581-001

First spring harvest; ceramic ball milling

Ceremony classification: Own PDP explicitly recommends this exact premium variety for both Usucha and Koicha.[152]

Checked: live PDP and fully linked original ALS report. Results refer to the named sample/batch; no aluminum or pesticide measurement in this report.Report: 2026-05-19 · Sample/Batch: L20766; BBD 16/03/2027

First harvest, stone-ground; intense green color, velvety texture, herbal notes and umami according to supplier.

Ceremony classification: Product description explicitly mentions Usucha or Koicha.[207]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numeric report found there. No statement regarding internal tests or product safety.

First harvest; mild and rich in umami.

Ceremony classification: Product description explicitly mentions its designation for the tea ceremony.[204]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numeric report found there. No statement regarding internal tests or product safety.

Ceremonial premium matcha; first harvest, rich in umami.

Ceremony classification: Product description explicitly recommends Usucha and Koicha.[208]

Checked: the indicated product page. No product/batch-specific numeric report found there. No statement regarding internal tests or product safety.