{"product_id":"akira-matcha-100g-organic-premium-ceremonial-japanese-matcha-green-tea-powder-first-harvest-zero-sugar-usda-and-jas-certified-3-5-oz-bag","title":"Akira Matcha 100g - Organic Premium Ceremonial Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder - First Harvest - Zero Sugar - USDA and JAS Certified (3.5 oz bag)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;line-height:1.6;color:#2c2c2c;max-width:720px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.05em;font-style:italic;color:#555;padding:1em 1.2em;border-left:3px solid #c9a961;background:#fafafa;margin:1em 0;\"\u003eAkira Matcha represents the pinnacle of Japanese ceremonial tradition—a first-harvest shade-grown powder from the legendary tea gardens of Uji, Kyoto, where centuries of cultivation have perfected the art of matcha craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.15em;margin:1.8em 0 0.6em;color:#2a3d2a;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:0.4em;\"\u003e⛰️ At a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:0.3em 1.5em;margin:0.8em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0.5em 0;border-bottom:1px dotted #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.75em;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-bottom:0.25em;\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003eFirst Harvest (Spring)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0.5em 0;border-bottom:1px dotted #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.75em;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-bottom:0.25em;\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003eCeremonial Grade Matcha\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0.5em 0;border-bottom:1px dotted #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.75em;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-bottom:0.25em;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003eUji, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0.5em 0;border-bottom:1px dotted #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.75em;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-bottom:0.25em;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003ePowder (100g \/ 3.5 oz)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fafafa;border:1px solid #ebe5d4;border-radius:8px;padding:1.3em;margin:1.2em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003e⛰️ Heritage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#555;\"\u003eMatcha emerges from Japan's most revered tea tradition, where shade-grown leaves capture concentrated umami and chlorophyll through careful cultivation. Ceremonial-grade matcha, reserved for the Japanese tea ceremony for centuries, represents the highest expression of this meditative practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.15em;margin:1.8em 0 0.6em;color:#2a3d2a;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:0.4em;\"\u003e📊 Flavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;gap:0.8em;margin:0.6em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"min-width:130px;font-size:0.95em;color:#555;font-family:Georgia,serif;\"\u003eUmami Depth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csvg style=\"flex:1;height:10px;display:block;\" preserveaspectratio=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 100 10\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003crect width=\"100\" height=\"10\" rx=\"5\" ry=\"5\" fill=\"#e8e8e8\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect width=\"90\" height=\"10\" rx=\"5\" ry=\"5\" fill=\"#6b8e5a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cdiv 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style=\"font-size:1.8em;margin-bottom:0.3em;\"\u003e⏱️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.7em;color:#888;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-bottom:0.2em;\"\u003eDuration\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;color:#2a3d2a;\"\u003e20-30 seconds of whisking for ceremonial preparation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.15em;margin:1.8em 0 0.6em;color:#2a3d2a;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:0.4em;\"\u003e🏛️ Storage \u0026amp; Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8em 0;\"\u003eKeep Akira Matcha in a cool, dark place away from light, heat, and strong odors. Store in an airtight container; ideally refrigerate after opening to preserve its vibrant color and delicate flavor. Best enjoyed within 3-4 weeks of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.15em;margin:1.8em 0 0.6em;color:#2a3d2a;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:0.4em;\"\u003e🎯 Made For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8em 0;\"\u003eThis matcha speaks to the mindful drinker—those seeking an authentic ceremonial experience that honors Japanese tradition. Perfect for daily ritual or as a gateway into the contemplative practice of matcha preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2a3d2a;color:#f4ede0;padding:1.3em 1.5em;border-radius:6px;margin:1.2em 0;font-style:italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-style:normal;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003e— Why We Selected This —\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAkira Matcha's USDA and JAS organic certifications, combined with its first-harvest provenance from Uji's storied terroir, make it an uncompromising choice for those who understand that quality matcha begins in the shade house. Its zero-sugar purity ensures every sip reflects the leaf's true character.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.15em;margin:1.8em 0 0.6em;color:#2a3d2a;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:0.4em;\"\u003e📦 Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eMatcha Konomi\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eCeremonial Grade Matcha\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003e100g (3.5 oz)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eUji, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eUSDA Organic, JAS Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eFirst Harvest\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eCultivation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eShade-grown (minimum 3 weeks)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;padding:0.5em 0;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:40%;color:#888;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eAdded Ingredients\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:60%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eNone—100% pure matcha powder\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.78em;color:#aaa;margin-top:2em;font-style:italic;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eStatements regarding traditional tea benefits are not evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matcha Konomi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53360349020459,"sku":"B07FNH5C7G","price":95.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/3271\/3259\/files\/31DToUZ-7fL.jpg?v=1777391420","url":"https:\/\/steep-society.com\/products\/akira-matcha-100g-organic-premium-ceremonial-japanese-matcha-green-tea-powder-first-harvest-zero-sugar-usda-and-jas-certified-3-5-oz-bag","provider":"Steep Society","version":"1.0","type":"link"}