The Aroma of Matcha from Tongren, Guizhou Province Envelops the World
世界を包む貴州省銅仁市の抹茶の香り - 人民網日本語版
Summary
Tongren in Guizhou province has emerged as China's leading matcha hub, with 5,667 hectares of dedicated production base and the world's largest matcha-dedicated processing facility. In 2025, the region produced 2,500 tons and captured China's top export share and the world's second-largest matcha export position. This expansion underscores the competitive pressure Chinese matcha now exerts on the premium Japanese market.
Key points
- Tongren built 5,667 hectares of dedicated matcha cultivation base as of December 2025.
- 2025 output reached 2,500 tons; China's #1 exporter, world's #2 by volume.
- World's largest matcha-only processing facility operates in Tongren.
- Matcha applied across beverages, baked goods, and snacks for mass-market reach.
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What they said
“In 2025, Tongren matcha production and sales reached 2,500 tons, with export volume ranking first domestically in China and second globally.”
2025年の銅仁産抹茶の生産販売量は2500トンに達し、輸出量は中国国内1位、世界2位だった。
“The city is home to the world's largest matcha-dedicated processing facility.”
同市には世界最大の抹茶専用加工場がある。
The numbers
Tongren matcha cultivation base: 5,667 hectares
2025 Tongren matcha production and sales: 2,500 tons
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