OUR CONCEPT
GLOBAL PURVEYORS OF EXPERTLY VERSATILE JAPANESE GREEN TEA
Kametani has been bringing the exquisite essence of Japanese green tea to the world since 1982. Based in historical Nara, we are committed to being your dependable source for bulk supplies of Matcha and Hojicha, meeting the needs of beverage, food, and sweets companies globally.
With expert roasting and firing techniques, we carefully curate the best tea leaves from across Japan, transforming them into exceptional teas. From Nara to Kagoshima. Shizuoka to Mie and Miyazaki, our tea carries the heritage of these fertile lands.
As your partners, we understand the importance of diversity in serving varied customer needs. To this end, we offer a broad array of green tea forms - from the robust, roasted flavor of Hojicha and the revitalizing Sencha, to our versatile and finely milled Matcha and Holicha powders.
All our teas are perfect for integration into a range of applications. from beverages and food to confectionery. providing the unmistakable essence of premium Japanese green tea.
MISSION STATEMENT
OUR MISSION IS TO SHARE AND GROW THE TRADITION OF JAPANESE GREEN TEA WORLDWIDE
As global purveyors of expertly versatile Japanese green tea, we commit ourselves to provide an unmatched standard of quality and diverse tea forms to meet the evolving needs of the beverage, food, and sweets industries worldwide. Our quest is to infuse every cup, every dish, and every bite with the exquisite essence of our tea, connecting cultures, fostering well-being. and creating unforgettable experiences through the cherished tradition of Japanese green tea.
Our History
- 1952 Production of fresh leaves has begun at our own farm
- 1981 New construction of a coarse tea production facility
- 1982 Shinichi Kametani starts processing and selling roasted green tea
- 1984 Construction of a roasted green tea roasting facility
- 1989 Kametani Seicha Co., Ltd. established with a capital of 5 million yen
- 1994 Kametani Corporation, organizational change with a capital of 10 million yen
- 2007 New headquarters and factory completed, relocated to the current location
- 2012 Headquarters warehouse completed
- 2018 Headquarters Factory Building 2 completed
- 2018Organic Certification Acquired (JK180626PR-1567-0)
- 2019ISO 22000 Acquired (JQA-FS0239)
- 2023Daisuke Kametani Appointed as CEO
PROCESSING EQUIPMENT
A VARIETY OF PROCESSING MACHINES TO MEET YOUR UNIQUE PREFERENCES
Harnessing an array of advanced machinery, our company specializes in on-demand production of diverse Japanese green tea varieties right in the heart of Japan.
Each product is meticulously prepared to cater to individual preferences, before making its journey worldwide. Our mission: delivering authentic Japanese green tea, customizable to your taste, using a blend of traditional methods and modern technology.
Company Location
1687 Katsuhara Yamazoemura, Yamabegun, Nara 630-2231 JAPAN.
