Where can US cafes buy matcha and Japanese tea wholesale in 2026?
Updated Nov 3, 2026
US cafes, tea bars and bakeries can buy matcha, hojicha and Japanese green tea wholesale through Aladdin Business, with the Japanese products below sourced to order rather than held in stock. Based in Plano, near Dallas, Texas, we also keep other teas and foods in our Dallas-area warehouse. Reserve sourced-to-order products with no payment, then receive a quote confirming price and lead time.
Key facts
- Estimated Amazon US searches for matcha powder reached about 121,757 per week, with no 1 kg size among the top 10. (Amazon US search estimates, August 2026)
- Kyoto matcha producer prices were 2.6 times a year earlier. (Ippodo Tea, February 2026)
- Searches for hojicha rose 55% and hojicha latte rose 170% since early 2025. (Food Manufacture, August 2026)
- Ippodo discontinued its 200 g genmaicha pack and limited bancha purchases from March 2026. (Ippodo Tea, March 2026)
Why is matcha hard to source during the 2026 shortage?
Strong matcha demand has coincided with pressure on Japanese tea supply. Estimated Amazon US searches for matcha powder were about 121,757 per week, yet no 1 kg size appeared among the top 10 results (Amazon US search estimates, August 2026). This consumer search signal helps explain why buyers are looking beyond small retail packs.
On the supply side, Kyoto matcha producer prices were reported at 2.6 times a year earlier (Ippodo Tea, February 2026). Ippodo also reported that it could not fill every order and announced product and price revisions for October to November 2026 (Ippodo Tea, 2026).
For a business buyer, the practical response is to identify the exact product, grade and pack needed before requesting a quote. Do not treat a ceremonial tin, a culinary matcha bag and roasted hojicha powder as interchangeable purchases.
Which matcha should cafes, tea bars and bakeries buy?
Marukyu Koyamaen Ayame Matcha is the larger foodservice option: a 1 kg foil bag of Japanese culinary and latte grade matcha. Its bold flavor holds up in milk drinks, smoothies and baking. Cafes running a matcha latte menu and bakeries using matcha as an ingredient should consider this pack for those applications rather than selecting a small ceremonial tin by name alone.
Ippodo Sayaka Matcha comes in a 40 g resealable steel can. This Kyoto ceremonial matcha belongs to Ippodo's rich category and makes smooth, sweet usucha with light bitterness. It also works in premium matcha lattes. Tea bars offering whisked matcha and specialty grocers stocking small tins have a different buying use case from kitchens purchasing powder by the kilo.
When should a business stock hojicha or genmaicha?
Sugimoto Hojicha Powder is finely ground roasted Japanese green tea in a 1 kg bag. Its toasty, nutty flavor suits hot and iced hojicha lattes, baking and ice cream, and it has lower caffeine than matcha. The product guidance is about 2 g per drink serving. Searches for hojicha rose 55% and hojicha latte rose 170% since early 2025 (Food Manufacture, August 2026).
Ippodo Genmaicha comes in an 80 g resealable bag and is loose leaf tea rather than a drink powder. It blends green bancha leaves with roasted rice for a mellow, savory, popcorn-like aroma and low bitterness. Japanese restaurants serving tea with meals, tea shops and specialty grocers can consider it separately from their latte ingredients. It is not matcha and should not be described as such on a menu.
What pack, ingredient and storage details should buyers check?
Start with the format and intended use. Ayame is a 1 kg bag containing powdered green tea only; Sayaka is a 40 g can of 100% green tea matcha. Sugimoto's 1 kg hojicha powder contains finely ground roasted green tea, while Ippodo's 80 g genmaicha contains green tea and roasted rice. Checking the ingredient list avoids confusing pure tea powders with blends or loose leaf products.
Check storage requirements as well as pack size. Ayame should be kept sealed, cool and dark, with refrigeration after opening because matcha loses color and aroma quickly. Sayaka should also be refrigerated after opening and used within a few weeks. Choose a pack that fits how your business will use the tea, not just the largest available format.
How do sourcing, starting prices and lead times work?
All four Japanese products on this page are sourced to order, with typical lead times of 2 to 4 weeks. You can reserve them with no payment through our sourcing service. Identify the product, pack and quantity you need; we then confirm price and lead time with a quote. The typical range is a planning reference, not a confirmed arrival date.
Prices start at the amounts listed above and depend on quantity. Keep the pack sizes attached to any price comparison within your purchasing notes: Ayame comes in a 1 kg bag, while Sayaka comes in a 40 g can. Aladdin Business offers free US shipping on orders over $495.
What other teas does Aladdin Business keep in stock?
Our in-stock tea and flavored-drink catalog contains dozens of products held in our Dallas-area warehouse. Examples include Premium Turkish Black Tea Bags - 480 Count x 2g, Professional Mint & Lemon Herbal Tea Bags - 24 Packs x 40g, and Premium Organic Apple Herbal Tea Blend - 12 Packs x 100g. These are other tea choices, not Japanese matcha inventory or matcha substitutes.
The stocked range also includes Premium Instant Apple Tea Drink Mix - 30 x 250g and Instant Granulated Pomegranate Fruit Tea Mix - 24 x 175g. Browse tea and infusions or tea and coffee when buying for a broader beverage menu, while keeping sourced-to-order Japanese tea separate in your purchasing plan.
Products we source to order
| Product | Pack | Starts at | Typical lead time | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marukyu Koyamaen Ayame Matcha, Culinary and Latte Grade - 1 kg bag | 1 kg (1000 g) foil bag | $87.49 | 2 to 4 weeks | Japan |
| Ippodo Sayaka Matcha - 40 g can | 1 x 40 g can | $35.00 | 2 to 4 weeks | Japan |
| Sugimoto Hojicha Powder - 1 kg bag | 1 x 1 kg bag | $49.00 | 2 to 4 weeks | Japan |
| Ippodo Genmaicha - 80 g bag | 1 x 80 g resealable bag | $12.60 | 2 to 4 weeks | Japan |
Starting prices depend on the quantity you request. We confirm price and lead time with your quote, and you reserve with no payment.
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Questions buyers ask
- Where can I buy bulk Japanese matcha wholesale in the US?
- Aladdin Business sources Marukyu Koyamaen Ayame matcha in 1 kg bags for US businesses. It is sourced to order, not held as in-stock matcha in our Dallas-area warehouse.
- How much does a 1 kg bag of cafe matcha cost?
- Marukyu Koyamaen Ayame culinary and latte grade matcha comes in a 1 kg bag. Price depends on quantity and is confirmed with your quote.
- How long does sourced-to-order Japanese tea take?
- The typical lead time for each Japanese tea listed here is 2 to 4 weeks. We confirm the lead time with your quote.
- Can I reserve matcha without paying upfront?
- Yes. Sourced-to-order products can be reserved with no payment, and Aladdin Business confirms price and lead time with a quote.
- Which powder should I choose for matcha lattes or hojicha lattes?
- Ayame is a culinary and latte grade matcha suited to milk drinks. Sugimoto Hojicha Powder is roasted green tea powder for toasty, nutty hojicha lattes; it is not matcha.
- Does Aladdin Business stock Japanese matcha in Texas?
- The Japanese matcha products on this page are sourced to order. Our Dallas-area warehouse stocks other teas and flavored drinks, including Turkish black tea, herbal teas and fruit tea mixes.
Need a different quantity or product?
Tell us what you need and our sourcing team in Dallas and Istanbul quotes it.