by Hekisuien碧翠園
A refined ceremonial matcha whose name translates to 'castle's celebration'. Stone-milled from shade-grown first-harvest tencha leaves, offering a smooth, velvety character suited for thin tea.
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Velvety umami with delicate sweetness, soft floral aroma, and minimal bitterness. Smooth texture with vibrant emerald green color.
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¥3,672
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ujicha-online· 30g | ¥3,672 | ¥122/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 blendsVelvety umami with delicate sweetness, soft floral aroma, and minimal bitterness. Smooth texture with vibrant emerald green color.
Shiro no Kotobuki is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Shiro no Kotobuki is priced at ¥3,672 for 30g (¥122/g).
Shiro no Kotobuki 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 Shiro no Kotobuki directly from Hekisuien's official website. Current availability: in-stock.