Discover a revolutionary fusion dish where traditional Japanese tea meets modern Asian cuisine - introducing a unique culinary creation from Kyoto's tea country that's changing how we experience green tea.

Understanding Tencha: The Secret Behind Matcha

Tencha is the precious precursor to matcha, rarely available to consumers. Unlike regular green tea, these unrolled leaves maintain their distinctive flat shape before being stone-ground into matcha powder. Though typically hidden from the public eye, these special leaves hold a treasure trove of flavor waiting to be discovered.

A Revolutionary Dish: Extra Tencha Dry Tantanmen

At d:matcha Kyoto CAFE & KITCHEN in Wazuka Town, innovative chefs have created a dish that celebrates tencha in its purest form. By combining their popular dry-style tantanmen with generous portions of whole tencha leaves, they've crafted a uniquely Japanese culinary experience.

What Makes This Dish Special:

• 100% locally-grown Wazuka tea

• Rich sesame sauce base

• Crispy texture of whole tencha leaves

• Complex layers of umami from both the noodles and tea

• A flavor profile most have never experienced

The Taste Experience:

When you take your first bite, you'll discover:

• A delightful crispy texture from the tencha

• Fresh, vibrant green notes

• Subtle bitter undertones that bloom into sweetness

• Rich umami that builds with each bite

• Perfect harmony with the creamy sesame sauce

The Science of Flavor

The exceptional taste comes from traditional shade-growing techniques:

• Preserves theanine (umami compound)

• Prevents conversion to catechins (bitter elements)

• Results in a uniquely complex flavor profile