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Matcha Nude vs Midori Spring

Matcha Nude sources from Japan while Midori Spring sources from Shizuoka, Indonesia, giving each brand a distinct terroir and flavor profile. Matcha Nude publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named lab. Midori Spring has not published equivalent numeric results as of the last verification date. On price, Matcha Nude is $0.28/g less expensive per gram ($0.65/g vs $0.93/g).

Verified using public brand and product information.Last verified: Matcha Nude June 24, 2026, Midori Spring June 27, 2026.
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At a Glance

Origin
Japan
Grade
Premium
Price per gram
$0.65/g
Organic
ORGANIC
Testing
Publishes numeric lab results
Last verified
June 24, 2026

Midori Spring

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Origin
Shizuoka, Indonesia
Grade
Ceremonial
Price per gram
$0.93/g
Organic
ORGANIC
Testing
Publishes COA (non-numeric)
Last verified
June 27, 2026

Key Differences

Price per gram

Better value

Matcha Nude

$0.65/g

Midori Spring

$0.93/g

Matcha Nude is $0.28/g less per gram (30% difference).

Origin

Different

Matcha Nude

Japan

Midori Spring

Shizuoka, Indonesia

Matcha Nude sources from Japan. Midori Spring sources from Shizuoka, Indonesia. Different growing regions produce distinct flavor profiles.

Testing transparency

More transparent

Matcha Nude

Publishes numeric lab results

Midori Spring

Publishes COA (non-numeric)

Matcha Nude discloses more testing information. Lower transparency tier means more public disclosure.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Matcha Nude if:

  • You want the lower price per gram
  • Testing transparency is important to you
  • You want to see published numeric lab results

Either may work if:

  • You want organic ceremonial matcha

Heavy Metal Testing

Matcha Nude

Numeric heavy metal results are publicly available.

Last checked June 24, 2026.

Midori Spring

Numeric heavy metal results are publicly available.

Last checked June 27, 2026.

Source: brand-published COAs and independent test results. Values are from specific batches and dates. The absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger. Last verified: Matcha Nude June 24, 2026, Midori Spring June 27, 2026.

Full Comparison

AttributeMatcha NudeMidori Spring
Origin and Production
Origin
JapanShizuoka, Indonesia
Grade
PremiumCeremonial
Country
JapanIndonesia
Region
--Shizuoka
Price and Value
Price per gram?
$0.65/g$0.93/g
Price as of
2026-062026-06-27
Organic Certification
Organic status
ORGANICORGANIC
Testing and Transparency
Testing transparency
Publishes numeric lab resultsPublishes COA (non-numeric)
Publishes numeric lab results
Yes--
Third-party testing disclosed
YesYes
Pesticide testing
--Yes
Published lead test result
52 ppb135 ppm
Published cadmium test result
12 ppbNo published results found (checked June 27, 2026)
Published arsenic test result
16 ppbNo published results found (checked June 27, 2026)
Published mercury test result
5 ppbNo published results found (checked June 27, 2026)
Last verified
June 24, 2026June 27, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matcha Nude or Midori Spring cheaper?

Matcha Nude is cheaper at $0.65/g vs $0.93/g per gram, a difference of $0.28/g. Prices verified as of 2026-06.

Does Matcha Nude publish lab results?

Yes. Matcha Nude publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Verified June 24, 2026.

Does Midori Spring publish lab results?

Midori Spring publishes some COA data but not at full ppb resolution with a named lab and date. Verified June 27, 2026.

Are Matcha Nude and Midori Spring both third-party tested?

Both brands claim third-party testing. However, third-party testing is only independently verifiable when the brand publishes the actual COA with the lab name, test date, and numeric results.

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