{"product_id":"yame-no-takumi","title":"Yame No Takumi - Chaseki Private Label Ceremonial Matcha from Yame, Fukuoka","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eYame No Takumi - Chaseki Private Label Ceremonial Matcha from Yame, Fukuoka\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Yame No Takumi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits one step above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukusho\"\u003eFukusho\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\n\u003cstrong\u003eUmami:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slight, resolves into sweet juiciness\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Yame No Takumi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha lattes (hot and iced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsucha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear-style preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoconut water matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame 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 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-nagomi\"\u003eYame No Nagomi\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-megumi\"\u003eYame No Megumi\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Yame No Takumi Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne step above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukusho\"\u003eFukusho\u003c\/a\u003e: shifts from soft, creamy, and sweet to subtly smoky, layered, and complex. One step below \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-wakaba\"\u003eYame No Wakaba\u003c\/a\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40g can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g, 250g, 500g, and 1,000g pouches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting at THB 1,026 per 40g. Wholesale pricing available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Khanom Ping smokiness in Yame No Takumi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhanom 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does Yame No Takumi compare to Fukusho?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukusho\"\u003eFukusho\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Yame No Takumi suitable for lattes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Subtle smokiness, dark chocolate notes, and macadamia nuttiness translate well in milk-based preparations, creating a more complex latte character than Fukusho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan Yame No Takumi be used for usucha?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Medium mouthfeel, layered complexity, and sweet juiciness make it a satisfying usucha bowl. For koicha, step up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-nagomi\"\u003eYame No Nagomi\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-megumi\"\u003eYame No Megumi\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Ceremonial, Daily, and Latte Matcha?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial is for usucha and koicha. Daily is for regular enjoyment. Latte is for milk-based preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this matcha suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame No Takumi's complexity is most appreciated with some matcha experience. For those new to Yame ceremonial, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukusho\"\u003eFukusho\u003c\/a\u003e is the gentler starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I store matcha properly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFridge or freezer, airtight container. Fresh four months in the fridge. Over one year frozen. Return to room temperature before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes matcha contain caffeine?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Caffeine and L-theanine, calmer energy compared to coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Chaseki matcha sourced directly from Japan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. All Chaseki Private Label matcha is sourced from Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this matcha suitable for cafes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Available in multiple formats. Contact us for wholesale pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between single-cultivar and blended matcha?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaseki Private Label products are crafted by established Yame tea producers for their recommended preparation styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukusho\"\u003eFukusho\u003c\/a\u003e - one step below, soft and creamy entry ceremonial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yame-no-wakaba\"\u003eYame No Wakaba\u003c\/a\u003e - one step above, thin-body with grassy savoury character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-prepare-usucha\"\u003eHow to Prepare Usucha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chaseki Tea","offers":[{"title":"40g","offer_id":47868866855069,"sku":"YAM-TAK-40G","price":1026.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47868866887837,"sku":"TOU-MAT-YNT-100P","price":2280.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47868866920605,"sku":"TOU-MAT-YNT-250P","price":5066.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47868866953373,"sku":"TOU-MAT-YNT-500P","price":9006.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":47868866986141,"sku":"TOU-MAT-YNT-1000S","price":16010.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0347\/1228\/9412\/files\/yame-no-takumi-40g.jpg?v=1777113489","url":"https:\/\/chasekitea.shop\/products\/yame-no-takumi","provider":"Chaseki Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}