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VerifiedSupremeBest for Usucha

Houjusu

by Hekisuien碧翠園

宝寿

The pinnacle of Hekisuien's matcha lineup, designated as their supreme grade. A deeply rich, full-bodied matcha crafted from the finest first-flush tencha leaves, stone-milled to an exceptionally fine powder.

Houjusu

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Ujicha Online

    Official StoreIn StockShips to JPVerified 2d ago

    ¥10,800 / 30g

    ¥360/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Profoundly deep umami with layers of natural sweetness, velvety texture, and a long, elegant finish. Minimal bitterness with exceptional body.
Price/gram
¥360
Package
30g
Price
¥10,800
Availability
ujicha.online (in-stock)
Last verified
Apr 7, 2026
Use casesUsuchaKoicha

Tasting Notes

Profoundly deep umami with layers of natural sweetness, velvety texture, and a long, elegant finish. Minimal bitterness with exceptional body.

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

¥10,800

Apr 7Apr 13
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
ujicha-online· 30g¥10,800¥360/gIn StockApr 13, 2026

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About the brand

Hekisuien

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Houjusu taste like?

Profoundly deep umami with layers of natural sweetness, velvety texture, and a long, elegant finish. Minimal bitterness with exceptional body.

Where does Houjusu come from?

Houjusu is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Houjusu cost?

Houjusu is priced at ¥10,800 for 30g (¥360/g).

What is Houjusu best for?

Houjusu is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.

Where can I buy Hekisuien Houjusu?

You can buy Hekisuien Houjusu directly from Hekisuien's official website. Current availability: in-stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Profoundly deep umami with layers of natural sweetness, velvety texture, and a long, elegant finish. Minimal bitterness with exceptional body.
Price/gram
¥360
Package
30g
Price
¥10,800
Availability
ujicha.online (in-stock)
Last verified
Apr 7, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 7, 2026
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Where to Buy

Ujicha Online

¥10,800 / 30g

H

Hekisuien

Joyo, Kyoto

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