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Ki no Mukashi

by Gyokurinen玉林園

紀之昔

Omotesenke Sokuchusai-soushou okonomi koicha. Made from premium Uji tencha and stone-ground fresh. Suitable for tea ceremonies and practice. A gentle sweetness that surprises those who expect matcha to be bitter, with a smooth mouthfeel and freshly ground aroma.

Ki no Mukashi

Where to Buy

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  • Gyokurinen Official

    Official StoreIn StockShips to JPVerified 3d ago

    ¥2,450 / 40g

    ¥61/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
Traditional stone mill (ishiusu), ground at shop
Tasting notes
Gentle sweetness, smooth, not bitter, fresh aroma
Price/gram
¥61
Package
40g
Price
¥2,450
Availability
gyokurin-en.co.jp (in-stock)
Use casesKoicha

Tasting Notes

Gentle sweetness, smooth, not bitter, fresh aroma

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About the brand

Gyokurinen

玉林園

Historic Wakayama tea company established in 1854 (Ansei 1), now in its sixth generation. Gyokurinen is renowned for stone-milling premium Uji tencha into matcha using traditional stone mills (ishiusu), and for inventing the world's first matcha soft-serve ice cream, Green Soft, in 1958. The company operates tea retail, food service (Green Corner restaurants), and wholesale divisions, supplying matcha products to over 180 restaurant locations nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ki no Mukashi taste like?

Gentle sweetness, smooth, not bitter, fresh aroma

Where does Ki no Mukashi come from?

Ki no Mukashi is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Ki no Mukashi cost?

Ki no Mukashi is priced at ¥2,450 for 40g (¥61/g).

What is Ki no Mukashi best for?

Ki no Mukashi is recommended for koicha. Thick tea — a concentrated preparation using about 4g of powder and 30ml of water, reserved for the highest-grade matcha.

Where can I buy Gyokurinen Ki no Mukashi?

You can buy Gyokurinen Ki no Mukashi directly from Gyokurinen's official website. Current availability: in-stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
Traditional stone mill (ishiusu), ground at shop
Tasting notes
Gentle sweetness, smooth, not bitter, fresh aroma
Price/gram
¥61
Package
40g
Price
¥2,450
Availability
gyokurin-en.co.jp (in-stock)

Where to Buy

Gyokurinen Official

¥2,450 / 40g

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Gyokurinen

Wakayama, Wakayama

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