by Shohokuen松北園
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.

Editorial verdict
A flagship koicha matcha positioned for gifts, special occasions, and the brand's top-end ceremonial offering.
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Dense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.
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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
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.
View all Shohokuen blendsDense umami, deep sweetness, and a floral, high-toned aroma.
Souten no Homare is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Souten no Homare is priced at ¥12,960 for 30g (¥432/g).
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.
You can buy Shohokuen Souten no Homare directly from Shohokuen's official website. Current availability: out-of-stock.