by TOBI-ENとび園
A Samidori-led ceremonial matcha sourced from the Shirakawa area of Uji. TOBI-EN presents it as unusually high quality for the price and suitable for both thin and thick tea.

Editorial verdict
A strong value pick in the ceremonial tier, balancing koicha readiness with a lower entry price than Tokusen Shiragiku.
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mellow, deep umami, harmonious, bright emerald green
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Price trend
¥3,456
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tobi-en-official· 20g | ¥3,456 | ¥173/g | In Stock | May 23, 2026 |
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Supports: 初昔: 20g priced at ¥3,456 with product details taken from the official Japanese product page.
About the brand
とび園
TOBI-EN is a Uji-based specialty tea brand and online shop focused on premium Japanese green tea, especially Uji matcha, sourced from local producers and sold from Kyoto.
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Hatsumukashi is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Hatsumukashi is priced at ¥3,456 for 20g (¥173/g).
Hatsumukashi is recommended for koicha. Thick tea — a concentrated preparation using about 4g of powder and 30ml of water, reserved for the highest-grade matcha.
Hatsumukashi uses the Samidori cultivar.
You can buy TOBI-EN Hatsumukashi directly from TOBI-EN's official website. Current availability: in-stock.