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Shirakawa Gokou

by Kiyoharu Tsuji · Sold by Kettl (US retailer)

Lowest in stock: $3.60/g at Kettl

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A single-cultivar Gokou from Shirakawa, Uji, aimed at drinkers who want richness and perfume without harshness.

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Kettl Shirakawa Gokou

20g tin · Uji

Editorial verdict

A compelling choice if you want a polished, sweet-leaning luxury Uji matcha with strong koicha potential.

Best for

  • Perfumed and sweet
  • Strong body for koicha
  • Single-cultivar clarity

Skip if

  • Premium-only pricing
  • Subtle differences may be lost on beginners

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Kettl

    US retailerIn StockVerified 4d ago

    $72.00 / 20g tin

    $3.60/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Gokou
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Rich aroma, sweet umami, thick body, elegant finish
Price/gram
$3.60
Package
20g tin
Price
$72.00 / 20g tin
Availability
in-stock
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

Flavor Profile

Based on producer notes and drinker reviews

Source: kettl.co

Use casesUsuchaKoicha

Also sold as

Shirakawa Gokou Matcha

Tasting Notes

Rich aroma, sweet umami, thick body, elegant finish

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

$72.00

Range: $63.95 — $72.00

Mar 31Oct 10
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
kettl· 20g tin$72.00$3.60/gIn StockOct 10, 2026

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Perfumed and sweet
  • Strong body for koicha
  • Single-cultivar clarity

Cons

  • Premium-only pricing
  • Subtle differences may be lost on beginners

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Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
1 source
Last change
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Change Log

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Via official_website

Mar 18, 2026

by yurimatcha-editor

Sources (1)

Shirakawa Gokou Matcha product page — Kettl

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Current price, package size, origin, cultivar, producer positioning, and storefront notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Shirakawa Gokou taste like?

Rich aroma, sweet umami, thick body, elegant finish

Where does Shirakawa Gokou come from?

Shirakawa Gokou is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Shirakawa Gokou cost?

Shirakawa Gokou is priced at $72.00 for 20g tin at Kettl ($3.60/g).

What is Shirakawa Gokou best for?

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

What cultivar is Shirakawa Gokou?

Shirakawa Gokou uses the Gokou cultivar.

Where can I buy Shirakawa Gokou?

Shirakawa Gokou is sold by Kettl, a US retailer. Current availability: in-stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Cultivar
Gokou
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Rich aroma, sweet umami, thick body, elegant finish
Price/gram
$3.60
Package
20g tin
Price
$72.00 / 20g tin
Availability
in-stock
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
1 source
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Kettl

$72.00 / 20g tin

Not on Amazon — similar on Amazon:

Ippodo Kanza

Amazon US

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Kettl

Sold by · US retailer

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