by Hekisuien碧翠園
One of Hekisuien's most popular matcha blends. The name embodies the essence of mastery and greatness. A versatile, forgiving matcha designed for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts, performing well across various preparation methods.
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Creamy sweetness with fresh tartness and subtle vanilla notes. Floral aroma reminiscent of a blooming field. Full-bodied with rich umami.
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¥2,916
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ujicha-online· 30g | ¥2,916 | ¥97/g | In Stock | Apr 13, 2026 |
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About the brand
碧翠園
One of Kyoto's oldest tea merchants, founded in 1867 (Keio 3) in Joyo City at the heart of the Uji tea production region. Hekisuien is credited as the originator of genmaicha, first sold in 1923 under the trademark 'Hana Yanagi'. The company trades under its iconic Tengu mascot mark ('Tengu no Uji-cha') and specializes in stone-milled ceremonial matcha made exclusively from first-flush Kyoto Prefecture tencha. Winner of the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award at the Uji Tea Competition (gyokuro category) and recognized as a 'Kyo no Shinise' (Historic Kyoto Establishment) by the Kyoto Governor.
View all Hekisuien blendsCreamy sweetness with fresh tartness and subtle vanilla notes. Floral aroma reminiscent of a blooming field. Full-bodied with rich umami.
Daigoku is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Daigoku is priced at ¥2,916 for 30g (¥97/g).
Daigoku 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 Hekisuien Daigoku directly from Hekisuien's official website. Current availability: in-stock.