Kyo Mukashi
CeremonialUjiFrom $15.99 (20g) (~$0.80/g)
Pricing as disclosed
- 20g — $15.99
- 40g — $22.99
Everything disclosed on the product page
- Price
- $15.99 USD (regular price, listed as 'From $15.99' on collection page implying it is the starting/lowest-priced size)
- Sizes
- 20 Gram Tin and 40 Gram Tin (both sold out at time of check)
- Availability
- Sold out
- Grade
- Premium ceremonial-grade matcha
- Region
- Uji-grown, Kyoto, Japan
- Cultivar
- Not specified
- Processing
- Hand-selected leaves, expertly stone-ground
- Tasting Notes
- Smooth and gentle umami; delicate sweetness; mild, nutty depth; vibrant green color; soft, creamy texture; subtle vegetal aroma reminiscent of fresh spring leaves; minimal bitterness; lingering, pleasant aftertaste
- Recommended Use
- Described as suitable for both everyday enjoyment and refined tea ceremonies (usucha and koicha implied by brand-wide phrasing)
- Brand Heritage
- 150+ years of history, one of Japan's most prestigious matcha brands
- Shipping
- Ships from California, sourced from Japan; free shipping over $70
- Third Party Review
- An Instagram post ('Matcha by Gabby') independently reviewed Kyo Mukashi but full review text was not captured beyond the post existing
Research notes
Positioned as one of Gion Tsujiri's lower-priced/entry ceremonial offerings based on price relative to the rest of the line-up ($15.99 vs. $17.99-$39.99+ for others). No certifications, exact harvest timing, awards, shelf life, ingredients list, or numeric brewing instructions (water temp, tea:water ratio) were disclosed on the page.