by Gion Tsujiri祇園辻利
Chiyo Mukashi (千代昔) is a high-grade koicha matcha from Gion Tsujiri, notable for its well-balanced taste profile and accessible prestige. The name 'Chiyo' (千代) evokes 'a thousand generations.' Stone-milled Uji tencha, shade-grown under traditional covers. Suitable for thick tea ceremonies or elevated usucha. Tin packaging.
Editorial verdict
A beautifully balanced koicha-grade matcha — firm umami, mild sweetness, aromatic, with a bright refreshing finish. Excellent all-round ceremonial matcha for both practice and special occasions.
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Aromatic, firm umami, mild sweetness, bright refreshing finish
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¥6,048
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| gion-tsujiri-official· 40g | ¥6,048 | ¥151/g | Out of Stock | Apr 12, 2026 |
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About the brand
祇園辻利
Gion Tsujiri (祇園辻利) is one of Kyoto's most celebrated Uji tea houses, founded in 1860 (Manen 1) by Tsujiri Uemon in Uji during a period of Uji tea revival. The Tsujiri lineage later established its iconic presence in Kyoto's Gion district after the third generation expanded to Taiwan and the fourth generation resettled in Gion after WWII. Today Gion Tsujiri is renowned for its stone-mill ground matcha endorsed by all three major tea schools — Urasenke, Omotesenke, and Mushanokoji Senke — as well as Kenninji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest Zen temples. Their matcha is produced at a rate of just 40g per hour to ensure quality.
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Chiyo Mukashi is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Chiyo Mukashi is priced at ¥6,048 for 40g (¥151/g).
Chiyo Mukashi 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 Gion Tsujiri Chiyo Mukashi directly from Gion Tsujiri's official website. Current availability: out-of-stock.