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Tsujirihei Honten

辻利兵衛本店

Uji tea house founded in 1860 in Uji, Kyoto. The official Japanese site centers Tsujirihei Honten on premium Uji matcha, tea-room service, and matcha as both a traditional tea and culinary ingredient.

Brand story

The official company history traces Tsujirihei Honten back to first-generation founder Tsuji Sensuke, who launched the original Tsuji shop. The company says the business adopted the Tsujirihei Honten name in the early Showa period and is now led by sixth-generation president Tsuji Shinsuke, with the registered Yamani-Ri mark and a retail footprint extending beyond Uji.

Brand Facts

Japanese name: 辻利兵衛本店
Founded: 1860
Headquarters: Uji, Kyoto
Origin regions: Uji
Official site: www.tsujirihei.co.jp
Ships to: Japan
Price/gram range: ¥72–¥151/g
Blends tracked: 6

Origin regionsUji

Blend Lineup

6 blends

Where to Buy Tsujirihei Honten in Japan

Official stores and authorized retailers across Japan.

Headquarters Official Store Authorized Retailer

宇治市, 京都府

Tsujirihei Honten - Kyoto Uji Main Shop
Official Store
Japan, 〒611-0021 京都府宇治市宇治若森４１

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Tsujirihei Honten been producing matcha?: Tsujirihei Honten was founded in 1860, making it over 160 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Uji, Kyoto.
Where is Tsujirihei Honten matcha grown?: Tsujirihei Honten sources its matcha from Uji in Kyoto prefecture, one of Japan's recognized matcha-producing regions.
Is Tsujirihei Honten matcha stone-milled?: Yes, all Tsujirihei Honten matcha is stone-milled (石臼挽き). Stone grinding at low RPM preserves the tea's color, aroma, and umami by avoiding heat damage during processing.
Does Tsujirihei Honten offer single-origin matcha?: Tsujirihei Honten offers 5 single-origin blends (Kaguyama, Kamo-no-Mukashi, Kunko-no-Shiro, Manyo-no-Mukashi, Mori-no-Shiro), alongside 1 blended product.
How many matcha products does Tsujirihei Honten offer?: Tsujirihei Honten currently offers 6 matcha blends across 2 grade levels (Ceremonial, Organic Ceremonial). The lineup ranges from Kaguyama to Organic Ippuku, covering different preparation styles and price points.
Why is Tsujirihei Honten matcha more expensive?: Tsujirihei Honten matcha ranges from ¥72 to ¥151 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 Tsujirihei Honten's 166-year heritage.
Where does Tsujirihei Honten ship to?: Tsujirihei Honten ships to: Japan. Availability may vary — check their official site for current shipping options.
Where can I buy Tsujirihei Honten matcha in Japan?: Tsujirihei Honten has 1 retail location in Japan, including Tsujirihei Honten - Kyoto Uji Main Shop in 宇治市.

Sources

Sources (3)

Tsujirihei Honten Company Profile

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Founded in 1860, headquartered at 41 Uji Wakamori, Uji, Kyoto, and led by president Shinsuke Tsuji.

Tsujirihei Honten Store Page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official site lists the Instagram profile and multiple retail stores including the Kyoto Uji main store.

Tsujirihei Honten Rakuten Matcha Category

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official Japanese domestic shop publishes the main Uji matcha lineup and current yen pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Tsujirihei Honten been producing matcha?

Tsujirihei Honten was founded in 1860, making it over 160 years old. It dates to the Edo or Meiji era of Japanese tea production, based in Uji, Kyoto.

Where is Tsujirihei Honten matcha grown?

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

Is Tsujirihei Honten matcha stone-milled?

Yes, all Tsujirihei Honten matcha is stone-milled (石臼挽き). Stone grinding at low RPM preserves the tea's color, aroma, and umami by avoiding heat damage during processing.

Does Tsujirihei Honten offer single-origin matcha?

Tsujirihei Honten offers 5 single-origin blends (Kaguyama, Kamo-no-Mukashi, Kunko-no-Shiro, Manyo-no-Mukashi, Mori-no-Shiro), alongside 1 blended product.

How many matcha products does Tsujirihei Honten offer?

Tsujirihei Honten currently offers 6 matcha blends across 2 grade levels (Ceremonial, Organic Ceremonial). The lineup ranges from Kaguyama to Organic Ippuku, covering different preparation styles and price points.

Why is Tsujirihei Honten matcha more expensive?

Tsujirihei Honten matcha ranges from ¥72 to ¥151 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 Tsujirihei Honten's 166-year heritage.

Where does Tsujirihei Honten ship to?

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

Where can I buy Tsujirihei Honten matcha in Japan?

Tsujirihei Honten has 1 retail location in Japan, including Tsujirihei Honten - Kyoto Uji Main Shop in 宇治市.

Sources

Sources (3)

Tsujirihei Honten Company Profile

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Founded in 1860, headquartered at 41 Uji Wakamori, Uji, Kyoto, and led by president Shinsuke Tsuji.

Tsujirihei Honten Store Page

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official site lists the Instagram profile and multiple retail stores including the Kyoto Uji main store.

Tsujirihei Honten Rakuten Matcha Category

Accessed Mar 27, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Official Japanese domestic shop publishes the main Uji matcha lineup and current yen pricing.