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Where every tin
comes from.

Matcha is in short supply, copies of famous tins exist, and old stock gets sold as new. Here is exactly how we buy, store and ship.

1

Producer identified on each product page

Each product page names its tea house and region.

2

Original formats factory-sealed

Original formats keep their producer seal. SAINTCHA-packed refills are labeled separately.

3

Batch details shown clearly

Use the current product page for the format, weight and availability being shipped.

4

Stored cool, shipped fast

Sealed, cool and dark in Seattle, and on its way within 1 to 2 business days.

Sealed Japanese matcha tin

How to check a genuine tin

01
An intact outer seal

No tears, re-glued edges or tape over the lid.

02
An inner freshness seal

A tin that opens straight onto powder is a warning sign.

03
A printed production date

No date means you cannot know how old it is.

04
Vivid green powder

Dull or yellowish green usually means old or heat-damaged powder.

05
The right weight

A tin that feels light for its size is worth questioning.