by Aoi Seicha葵製茶
天慶 (Tenkei, "Joy of Heaven") is Aoi Seicha's absolute pinnacle — a Heritage Grade koicha assembled exclusively from tencha leaves that have won Gold Medal prizes at Japan's elite tea industry competitions. Ground stone-fresh upon order, it scores 5/5 for umami, aroma, and richness from AOI's sommeliers. Available only in Japan through specialty channels, Tenkei represents the highest expression of Nishio matcha craftsmanship, reserved for the most formal tea ceremony contexts.
Editorial verdict
Japan's finest from Aoi Seicha: a gold-medal competition-grade koicha ground to order — the pinnacle of Nishio's 700-year tea heritage.
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$90.95
Range: $90.95 — $91.32
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| yunomi· 30g | $90.95 | $3.03/g | In Stock | Apr 14, 2026 |
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About the brand
葵製茶
Aoi Seicha is a Nishio, Aichi matcha producer whose roots trace to the Taisho era. The company was established in 1966 and operates its headquarters, direct shop, and Sabo AOI cafe from its main Nishio site while selling matcha through its official online shop in Japan.
View all Aoi Seicha blendsTenkei is sourced from Nishio, Japan.
Tenkei is priced at ¥13,900 for 30g (¥463/g).
Tenkei is recommended for koicha. Thick tea — a concentrated preparation using about 4g of powder and 30ml of water, reserved for the highest-grade matcha.
You can buy Aoi Seicha Tenkei directly from Aoi Seicha's official website. Current availability: discontinued.