by Hokodo放香堂
Hokodo's premium ceremonial matcha presenting vivid green color with a sweet, refreshing aroma and a delicate yet complex flavor with rich umami depth. Versatile enough for both usucha and koicha preparation.
Editorial verdict
The flagship ceremonial matcha from Hokodo — exceptional color, complex sweetness, and umami depth make it suitable for the most discerning tea drinkers.
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Vivid green, sweet refreshing aroma, complex umami-rich flavor, long finish
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¥3,348
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| hokodo-store· 30g | ¥3,348 | ¥112/g | In Stock | Apr 14, 2026 |
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About the brand
放香堂
Hokodo (放香堂) is a historic Uji tea specialist founded in the Tenpō era (1830s). Operating its own organic tea gardens in Wazuka, Kyoto, the company produces ceremonial matcha under the guidance of sixth-generation tea master Yasuyuki Suda (酢田恭行), one of only a dozen people nationwide to hold the 10th-dan tea appraisal certification. Hokodo is also famous as the home of Japan's oldest coffee shop, established in Kobe in 1878.
View all Hokodo blendsVivid green, sweet refreshing aroma, complex umami-rich flavor, long finish
Eisho is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Eisho is priced at ¥3,348 for 30g (¥112/g).
Eisho 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 Hokodo Eisho directly from Hokodo's official website. Current availability: in-stock.