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Senkien

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.

Brand story

Senkien traces its roots to the Edo period in Omi and describes itself as a long-running Japanese tea specialist. The company was incorporated in 1972 and today sells Kyoto Uji tea alongside Shiga teas, tea utensils, and matcha confections through its official shop and stores.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 千紀園
Founded: 1661
Headquarters: Kusatsu, Shiga
Origin regions: Uji
Official site: www.senkien.jp
Ships to: Japan, International
Price/gram range: ¥54–¥454/g
Blends tracked: 10

Origin regionsUji

Blend Lineup

10 blends

Where to Buy Senkien in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers across Japan.

Headquarters Official Store Authorized Retailer

Kusatsu, Shiga

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Senkien been producing matcha?: Senkien was founded in 1661, making it over 360 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Kusatsu, Shiga.
Where is Senkien matcha grown?: Senkien sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.
Does Senkien offer single-origin matcha?: Yes, all of Senkien's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.
Which Senkien matcha is best for lattes?: Culinary Matcha is Senkien's latte-recommended matcha. It is formulated to hold its flavor when mixed with milk or plant-based alternatives.
How many matcha products does Senkien offer?: Senkien currently offers 10 matcha blends across 2 grade levels (Culinary, Ceremonial). The lineup ranges from Culinary Matcha to Tenju, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Senkien matcha more expensive?: Senkien matcha ranges from ¥54 to ¥454 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 Senkien's 365-year heritage.
Where does Senkien ship to?: Senkien ships to: Japan, International. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
Where can I buy Senkien matcha in Japan?: Senkien has 2 retail locations in Japan, including Senkien Kusatsu Kintetsu Store in Kusatsu.

Sources

Sources (2)

Senkien Company Overview — Senkien

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official company page says Senkien is an Edo-period tea merchant incorporated in 1972, headquartered in Kusatsu, Shiga.

Senkien Matcha Category — Senkien

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official Senkien matcha category lists 75 Uji matcha products and serves as the primary shop source for the brand's current matcha lineup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Senkien been producing matcha?

Senkien was founded in 1661, making it over 360 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Kusatsu, Shiga.

Where is Senkien matcha grown?

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

Does Senkien offer single-origin matcha?

Yes, all of Senkien's blends are single-origin, meaning the tea leaves come from one specific farm or region rather than being blended across multiple sources.

Which Senkien matcha is best for lattes?

Culinary Matcha is Senkien's latte-recommended matcha. It is formulated to hold its flavor when mixed with milk or plant-based alternatives.

How many matcha products does Senkien offer?

Senkien currently offers 10 matcha blends across 2 grade levels (Culinary, Ceremonial). The lineup ranges from Culinary Matcha to Tenju, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Senkien matcha more expensive?

Senkien matcha ranges from ¥54 to ¥454 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 Senkien's 365-year heritage.

Where does Senkien ship to?

Senkien ships to: Japan, International. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.

Where can I buy Senkien matcha in Japan?

Senkien has 2 retail locations in Japan, including Senkien Kusatsu Kintetsu Store in Kusatsu.

Sources

Sources (2)

Senkien Company Overview — Senkien

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official company page says Senkien is an Edo-period tea merchant incorporated in 1972, headquartered in Kusatsu, Shiga.

Senkien Matcha Category — Senkien

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official Senkien matcha category lists 75 Uji matcha products and serves as the primary shop source for the brand's current matcha lineup.