by Senkien千紀園
Uji matcha that Senkien positions for usucha tea gatherings while remaining approachable for home preparation.
Editorial verdict
A stronger tea-gathering usucha pick that still works well for home whisking.
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Supports: Official Senkien shop lists Kiju 20g at ¥3,240 and says it is suitable for usucha tea gatherings and home matcha preparation.
About the brand
千紀園
Edo-period tea merchant based in Kusatsu, Shiga, specializing in Uji tea, Asamiya tea, Omi tea, tea utensils, and Uji matcha sweets.
View all Senkien blendsKiju is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Kiju is priced at ¥3,240 for 20g (¥162/g).
Kiju 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 Senkien Kiju directly from Senkien's official website.