by Aiyaあいや
神苑の白 (Shin-en no Shiro, "Sacred Garden White") is Saijoen's highest-grade thin matcha. It emphasizes aromatic elegance with a harmonious balance of sweetness and gentle astringency — designed for prestigious occasions and important guests. The name references sacred imperial gardens, reflecting the blend's ceremonial prestige.
Editorial verdict
Saijoen's finest usucha: a prestige matcha with remarkable aroma and balance fit for special occasions.
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¥5,039
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| aiya-official· 30g | ¥5,039 | ¥168/g | In Stock | Apr 15, 2026 |
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About the brand
あいや
Aiya Co., Ltd. is a fifth-generation family-owned matcha producer and wholesaler headquartered in Nishio, Aichi Prefecture — Japan's premier matcha-growing region. Founded in 1888 by Aijiro Sugita (whose shop sold both indigo dyes and tea, lending the company its name from the Japanese word for indigo, "ai"), Aiya has grown into the world's largest matcha manufacturer. The company operates 1,000+ stone mills running 24 hours a day across four Japanese factories, and six overseas subsidiaries spanning the USA, Germany, Austria, China, and Thailand. Aiya was the first matcha producer to obtain JONA organic certification (1997) and ISO 22000 food safety certification (2008), and has maintained long-term partnerships with the same farming families across multiple generations. Its retail arm, Saijoen (西条園), offers ceremonial and culinary matcha through a flagship café in Nishio and an online shop.
View all Aiya blendsShinen no Shiro is sourced from Nishio, Japan.
Shinen no Shiro is priced at ¥5,039 for 30g (¥168/g).
Shinen no Shiro is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.
You can buy Aiya Shinen no Shiro directly from Aiya's official website. Current availability: in-stock.