by Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten上林春松本店
Kashin no Mukashi (嘉辰の昔) is a ceremonial koicha renowned for its vibrant green color, refined aroma, and elegant balance of umami and natural sweetness. The name means 'auspicious occasion of the past,' reflecting its role in celebratory tea gatherings.
Editorial verdict
A refined koicha that balances tradition and accessibility — ideal for formal tea ceremony settings where depth of flavor is essential.
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Vibrant green color, refined aroma, umami-forward with natural sweetness and smooth texture.
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$55.00
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nara-tea-co· 40g | $55.00 | $1.38/g | In Stock | Apr 15, 2026 |
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About the brand
上林春松本店
Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten is one of the three great tea houses of Uji (Uji Sandai Chasho) and the oldest, with over 450 years of history. Founded during the Eiroku period (c. 1560), the Kanbayashi family has served as tea purveyors for fifteen generations. During the Edo period they held the highest rank of tea master (Gomotsu Ochashi) and served as Uji tea administrators for the Tokugawa shogunate. The tenth-generation Shunsho is credited with developing a precursor to modern gyokuro. Today, as the sole surviving lineage of the original Uji tea masters, they continue to produce premium matcha, gyokuro, and sencha using traditional stone-milling techniques. Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten also serves as the quality supervisor for Coca-Cola Japan's Ayataka green tea brand.
View all Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten blendsVibrant green color, refined aroma, umami-forward with natural sweetness and smooth texture.
Kashin no Mukashi is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Kashin no Mukashi is priced at ¥4,320 for 40g (¥108/g).
Kashin no Mukashi is recommended for koicha. Thick tea — a concentrated preparation using about 4g of powder and 30ml of water, reserved for the highest-grade matcha.
You can buy Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten Kashin no Mukashi directly from Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten's official website. Current availability: in-stock.