How long has Kyo Hayashiya been producing matcha?

Kyo Hayashiya was founded in 1753, making it over 270 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto.

Where is Kyo Hayashiya matcha grown?

Kyo Hayashiya sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.

What tea cultivars does Kyo Hayashiya use?

Kyo Hayashiya works with 3 tea cultivars: Asahi, Samidori, Gokou. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.

Is Kyo Hayashiya matcha stone-milled?

4 of Kyo Hayashiya's 10 blends are stone-milled. Stone-milled matcha is ground slowly to preserve delicate flavor compounds and vibrant color.

Does Kyo Hayashiya offer single-origin matcha?

Kyo Hayashiya offers 4 single-origin blends (Mine no Mukashi, Mine no Mukashi, Tenka no Mukashi, Tenka no Mukashi), alongside 6 blended products.

How many matcha products does Kyo Hayashiya offer?

Kyo Hayashiya currently offers 10 matcha blends. The lineup ranges from Matsu no Yowai to Tenka no Mukashi, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Kyo Hayashiya matcha more expensive?

Kyo Hayashiya matcha ranges from ¥70 to ¥202 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods — and Kyo Hayashiya's 273-year heritage.

Where does Kyo Hayashiya ship to?

Kyo Hayashiya ships to: Japan. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.

Where can I buy Kyo Hayashiya matcha in Japan?

Kyo Hayashiya has 6 retail locations in Japan, including Kyo Hayashiya - Takashimaya Times Square in Shibuya.

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Kyo Hayashiya

京はやしや

Kyoto tea house founded in 1753 that pairs long Uji tea expertise with a modern tea-cafe and confectionery culture. Its official lineup centers on ceremonial-grade Uji matcha and matcha sweets.

Brand story

The business began in 1753 in Kanazawa under the founder Hayashiya Shinbei, switched to tea as its dedicated trade in 1805, opened tea gardens in Uji in 1878, and later helped popularize hojikuki-cha and modern matcha cafe culture. In 1967 it opened a pioneering tea cafe in Kyoto and became an early leader in matcha sweets while keeping high-grade Uji tea at the center of the brand.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 京はやしや
Founded: 1753
Headquarters: Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Origin regions: Uji
Official site: kyo-hayashiya.jp
Ships to: Japan
Price/gram range: ¥70–¥202/g
Blends tracked: 10

Origin regionsUji

Blend Lineup

10 blends

Where to Buy Kyo Hayashiya in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers across Japan.

Headquarters Official Store Authorized Retailer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Kyo Hayashiya been producing matcha?: Kyo Hayashiya was founded in 1753, making it over 270 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto.
Where is Kyo Hayashiya matcha grown?: Kyo Hayashiya sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.
What tea cultivars does Kyo Hayashiya use?: Kyo Hayashiya works with 3 tea cultivars: Asahi, Samidori, Gokou. Different cultivars contribute distinct umami, sweetness, and color profiles to each blend.
Is Kyo Hayashiya matcha stone-milled?: 4 of Kyo Hayashiya's 10 blends are stone-milled. Stone-milled matcha is ground slowly to preserve delicate flavor compounds and vibrant color.
Does Kyo Hayashiya offer single-origin matcha?: Kyo Hayashiya offers 4 single-origin blends (Mine no Mukashi, Mine no Mukashi, Tenka no Mukashi, Tenka no Mukashi), alongside 6 blended products.
How many matcha products does Kyo Hayashiya offer?: Kyo Hayashiya currently offers 10 matcha blends. The lineup ranges from Matsu no Yowai to Tenka no Mukashi, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Kyo Hayashiya matcha more expensive?: Kyo Hayashiya matcha ranges from ¥70 to ¥202 per gram, placing it in the premium tier. Higher pricing typically reflects stone-milling, single-origin sourcing, specific cultivar selection, or traditional production methods — and Kyo Hayashiya's 273-year heritage.
Where does Kyo Hayashiya ship to?: Kyo Hayashiya ships to: Japan. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
Where can I buy Kyo Hayashiya matcha in Japan?: Kyo Hayashiya has 6 retail locations in Japan, including Kyo Hayashiya - Takashimaya Times Square in Shibuya.

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Kyo Hayashiya Corporate Outline

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Supports: Company name, headquarters, founding year 1753, representative, and business lines

Kyo Hayashiya History

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Supports: Brand history from Kanazawa founding through Uji tea-garden development and matcha cafe expansion

Kyo Hayashiya Official Site

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Supports: Homepage copy about 270-year history, Uji tea positioning, and featured flagship matcha

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Where to Buy Kyo Hayashiya in Japan

Shibuya, Tokyo

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