by Hekisuien碧翠園
Named 'golden swirl', this matcha offers solid quality for everyday enjoyment. A good entry into Hekisuien's lineup for those seeking a reliable Uji matcha.
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Mild umami with a bright, slightly grassy character. Light sweetness with a clean finish.
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¥2,052
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ujicha-online· 30g | ¥2,052 | ¥68/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 blendsMild umami with a bright, slightly grassy character. Light sweetness with a clean finish.
Kin no Uzumaki is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Kin no Uzumaki is priced at ¥2,052 for 30g (¥68/g).
Kin no Uzumaki 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 Kin no Uzumaki directly from Hekisuien's official website. Current availability: in-stock.