by Kitagawa Hanbee北川半兵衛商店
A ceremonial Kyoto matcha sold directly through the official Japanese webshop in four tin sizes from 20g to 400g. The official listing specifies Kyoto Prefecture origin.
Editorial verdict
A premium upper-tier matcha that sits just below Asahi in the official assortment, making it a strong option for drinkers who want a serious ceremonial-grade tin without paying the brand's absolute top price.
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Kitagawa Hanbee official store Asahi no Mukashi product page — 祇園 北川半兵衛
Supports: 20g price 4104.00 JPY; Kyoto Prefecture origin; package sizes 20g/40g/200g/400g; official product availability.
About the brand
北川半兵衛商店
Founded in Uji in 1861, Kitagawa Hanbee is a long-established Kyoto tea wholesaler whose official Japanese site emphasizes strict quality control, tea-ceremony matcha, and a current retail footprint under the Gion Kitagawa Hanbee name.
View all Kitagawa Hanbee blendsAsahi no Mukashi is priced at ¥4,104 for 20g (¥205/g).
You can buy Kitagawa Hanbee Asahi no Mukashi directly from Kitagawa Hanbee's official website. Current availability: in-stock.