- Description
Yame No Takumi (八女の匠) - "Yame Artisan" - is a ceremonial matcha from Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture, part of the Chaseki Private Label collection. The first step into the Yame ceremonial range where complexity and layering become the story: medium mouthfeel, a subtle smokiness with the warm caramelized character of Khanom Ping, a slight astringency that smoothly transitions into sweet juiciness, and a layered mid-palate of artichokes, beans, snow peas, dark chocolate, and nutty macadamia. The artisan character of Yame in a cup.
About Yame No Takumi
Yame No Takumi is part of our Ceremonial Matcha collection and is a Chaseki Private Label product - crafted by established tea producers in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture and sold exclusively under the Chaseki brand.
It sits one step above Fukusho in the Yame ceremonial range - the point where the profile shifts from soft and creamy to complex and layered. The subtle smokiness is the defining quality: warm and clean, carrying the familiar caramelized sweetness of Khanom Ping, it adds a dimension that Fukusho does not have. Dark chocolate and macadamia notes follow, building a profile that is genuinely multi-dimensional for a mid-range ceremonial matcha.
Taste Profile
Mouthfeel: Medium Finish: Medium Umami: Moderate Astringency: Slight, resolves into sweet juiciness Flavor NotesYame No Takumi opens with a medium mouthfeel and a medium finish, highlighted by a subtle smokiness from the start. The initial slight astringency resolves smoothly into a delightful sweet juiciness on the palate - active and engaging. Green notes of artichokes, beans, and snow peas provide a fresh, vibrant vegetal layer, well-defined and clean. The smokiness deepens through the mid-palate, infused with hints of Khanom Ping - warm, caramelized, and distinctly Thai in reference. Dark chocolate and nutty macadamia follow, adding richness and depth. The finish is medium length, satisfying, and layered.
How to Use Yame No Takumi
Best suited for:- Matcha lattes (hot and iced)
- Usucha
- Clear-style preparations
- Coconut water matcha
Yame No Takumi's subtle smokiness and dark chocolate notes translate particularly well in lattes, where they create a more complex, interesting matcha latte character. In usucha, the sweet juiciness and layered profile produce a rewarding bowl. In clear-style preparations, the artichoke and snow pea freshness are vivid. Not recommended for koicha - for thick preparation, step up to Yame No Nagomi or Yame No Megumi.
How Yame No Takumi Compares
One step above Fukusho: shifts from soft, creamy, and sweet to subtly smoky, layered, and complex. One step below Yame No Wakaba, which takes the thin-body, short-finish approach with a more explicitly grassy, savoury, and parsley-forward character. Yame No Takumi is the mid-range option for those who want complexity and smokiness without the more demanding profiles of the upper tiers.
Origin & Sourcing
Yame No Takumi is a Chaseki Private Label product, crafted by established tea producers in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture and sold exclusively under the Chaseki brand. Chaseki has specialized in Japanese matcha since November 2018 and has supplied Thailand's professional tea industry since 2020, training more than 2,500 students.
Sizes & Packaging
- 40g can
- 100g, 250g, 500g, and 1,000g pouches
Starting at THB 1,026 per 40g. Wholesale pricing available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Khanom Ping smokiness in Yame No Takumi?
Khanom Ping is a traditional Thai baked coconut dessert with warm, toasted sweetness. As a tasting reference, it describes a light, caramelized smokiness that is warm and clean rather than sharp. In Yame No Takumi, it adds depth alongside dark chocolate and macadamia in a more complex ceremonial context.
How does Yame No Takumi compare to Fukusho?
Fukusho is soft, creamy, and sweet with no smokiness. Yame No Takumi steps above with subtle smokiness, dark chocolate, macadamia, and a slight astringency that resolves into sweet juiciness. More complex and sophisticated - the first real step into layered Yame ceremonial character.Is Yame No Takumi suitable for lattes?
Yes. Subtle smokiness, dark chocolate notes, and macadamia nuttiness translate well in milk-based preparations, creating a more complex latte character than Fukusho.
Can Yame No Takumi be used for usucha?
Yes. Medium mouthfeel, layered complexity, and sweet juiciness make it a satisfying usucha bowl. For koicha, step up to Yame No Nagomi or Yame No Megumi.
What is the difference between Ceremonial, Daily, and Latte Matcha?
Ceremonial is for usucha and koicha. Daily is for regular enjoyment. Latte is for milk-based preparations.
Is this matcha suitable for beginners?
Yame No Takumi's complexity is most appreciated with some matcha experience. For those new to Yame ceremonial, Fukusho is the gentler starting point.
How should I store matcha properly?
Fridge or freezer, airtight container. Fresh four months in the fridge. Over one year frozen. Return to room temperature before opening.
Does matcha contain caffeine?
Yes. Caffeine and L-theanine, calmer energy compared to coffee.
Is Chaseki matcha sourced directly from Japan?
Yes. All Chaseki Private Label matcha is sourced from Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Is this matcha suitable for cafes?
Yes. Available in multiple formats. Contact us for wholesale pricing.
What is the difference between single-cultivar and blended matcha?
Chaseki Private Label products are crafted by established Yame tea producers for their recommended preparation styles.
Related Products
- Fukusho - one step below, soft and creamy entry ceremonial
- Yame No Wakaba - one step above, thin-body with grassy savoury character
- How to Prepare Usucha