Gokujō is sourced exclusively from Uji-City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan's most celebrated matcha region for over 800 years. It is Ichibancha (April/May first flush), Tezumi hand-picked: pickers selectively pluck only the youngest bud and the first two to three leaves by hand. The Samidori cultivar is shaded for 30+ days using the Tana tunnel method, thereby increasing chlorophyll and amino acid concentrations. Stone-ground on granite. JAS (Japan Agricultural Standard) and JONA (Japan Organic & Natural Foods Association) are organically certified. The result is a vivid jade, umami-rich matcha that meets the most rigorous standards for ceremonial-grade matcha.

Gokujō (極上) is Grade 01, a limited-edition pinnacle ceremonial matcha at $55/20g, from the Samidori cultivar, Ichibancha first harvest, Tezumi hand-picked, with an intensely smooth, layered flavor profile. Tsunezune (常々) is Grade 02, an everyday ceremonial at $35/30g, designed for daily practice with the same Uji origin and organic certification.

Yes. Bridges Matcha holds both JAS (Japanese Agricultural Standard) and JONA (Japan Organic & Natural Foods Association) organic certifications, two of the most rigorous organic standards in the world.

Sift 1.5-2g of Gokujō into a warmed chawan. Add 2-3oz of water at 75-80°C (167-176°F), never boiling. Whisk with a chasen in a brisk W or M motion until a fine foam forms. Drink immediately. The Samidori cultivar's natural sweetness means no bitterness even at koicha (thick tea) concentration.

Yes. Bridges offers wholesale partnerships for specialty cafés, hotels, restaurants, and retailers. Limited partnerships per neighborhood, territory protection is part of the offer. Call or text +1 301-717-7269 for pricing and minimum orders.

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