Prepare clear requirements
Make a broad request specific enough for suppliers to answer.
Japan-side supplier sourcing
Tell us the intended use, volume, quality, certification, budget and destination. We contact suitable suppliers and compare their replies for you.
Why sourcing
Region, harvest, cultivar, sensory profile, intended use, certification, packaging, MOQ and supply availability all shape the right product and supplier.
Make a broad request specific enough for suppliers to answer.
Consider different Japanese origins and product profiles against that brief.
Use samples and structured comparison to make a better decision.
Bring together pricing, MOQ, documentation, packaging and supply terms.
What we match
| Your demand | Sourcing consideration |
|---|---|
| Use | Drinking, latte, bakery, chocolate, ice cream, beverage, retail or other production. |
| Quality | Color, aroma, umami, bitterness, harvest, particle size and product position. |
| Order terms | MOQ, target price, initial order, annual volume and lead time. |
| Requirements | Organic, private label, packaging, testing and documentation. |
| Market | Destination, importer expectations and delivery planning. |
How we work
We use your approved requirements, contact suitable suppliers, follow up on open questions and organize the answers for review.
Ideal enquiries
Building or expanding a Japanese matcha range.
Launching a product for a defined customer and price.
Seeking consistent matcha for regular menu use.
Matching ingredient performance to a formulation.
Exploring a Japanese-origin assortment or private label.
Planning supply for multiple business customers.
Start with clear requirements
Specific requirements help Japanese suppliers give more useful answers.