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Souten no Homare

by Shohokuen松北園

蒼天の誉

Shohokuen's highest-grade retail matcha, made from especially selected leaves harvested once a year from naturally shaped tea trees in Uji and Joyo and carefully stone-milled for koicha preparation.

Souten no Homare

Editorial verdict

A flagship koicha matcha positioned for gifts, special occasions, and the brand's top-end ceremonial offering.

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Shohokuen Official Store

    Official StoreIn StockShips to JPVerified 3d ago

    ¥16,200 / 30g

    ≈$101 total

    ¥540/g

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USD amounts are approximate, converted at rates from 2026-08-28. You pay the price shown by the seller in their own currency.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Harvest
Single annual harvest from naturally shaped tea trees in Uji and Joyo.
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Dense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.
Price/gram
¥432
Package
30g
Price
¥12,960 (≈$81)
Availability
shohokuen.official.ec (out-of-stock)
Last verified
Mar 26, 2026
Use casesKoicha

Tasting Notes

Dense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

¥16,200

Range: ¥12,960 — ¥16,200

Apr 20Aug 27
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
shohokuen-official· 30g¥16,200¥540/gIn StockAug 27, 2026

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Trust & Verification

Last verified
March 26, 2026
Sources used
1 source
How we verify data →

Sources (1)

松北園茶店 公式オンラインストア

Accessed Mar 26, 2026Confidence: 97%

Supports: Price verified at ¥12,960 for 30g; described as the brand's highest-grade koicha matcha with dense umami, sweetness, and floral aroma.

About the brand

Shohokuen

松北園

Shohokuen is a historic Uji tea maker founded in 1645 in Kohata, Uji. The company manufactures and sells Japanese tea, pairing deep Uji roots with a modern focus on safety management, organic certification, and export-ready production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Souten no Homare taste like?

Dense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.

Where does Souten no Homare come from?

Souten no Homare is sourced from Uji, Japan.

How much does Souten no Homare cost?

Souten no Homare is priced at ¥12,960 for 30g (¥432/g).

What is Souten no Homare best for?

Souten no Homare is recommended for koicha. Thick tea — a concentrated preparation using about 4g of powder and 30ml of water, reserved for the highest-grade matcha.

Where can I buy Shohokuen Souten no Homare?

You can buy Shohokuen Souten no Homare directly from Shohokuen's official website. Current availability: out-of-stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Uji
Harvest
Single annual harvest from naturally shaped tea trees in Uji and Joyo.
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Dense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.
Price/gram
¥432
Package
30g
Price
¥12,960 (≈$81)
Availability
shohokuen.official.ec (out-of-stock)
Last verified
Mar 26, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
March 26, 2026
Sources used
1 source
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Shohokuen Official Store

¥16,200 / 30g

S

Shohokuen

8 Kohata Higashinaka, Uji, Kyoto 611-0002, Japan

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