Usucha (standard)Usucha Aya no Mori
Usucha (standard), sourced from Uji
From $8.10 (20g)
~$0.40 per gram
Grade
Usucha (standard)
Region
Uji
Price in context
At $0.40 per gram, it costs less than 83% of the other 969 matchas in the database with a confirmed price and size. Among the 353 Uji matchas with a confirmed price, the median is $1.28 per gram, and this one is well under the regional median. Among Kanbayashi Shunsho's 25 matchas with a confirmed price, this is the 3rd-cheapest per gram.
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Sourcing
Uji, Japan
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Creamy, slightly nutty, and lightly toasted notes, followed by a long-lasting, full-bodied aftertaste. Compared to Usucha Ryo no Kage, offers a fuller and mellower flavor.
Pricing as disclosed
Full details
Everything disclosed on the product page (11 fields)▾
- Item Code
- MKS013
- Grade
- Ceremonial Grade (Usucha) — 'Uji matcha for making usucha from Kanbayashi Shunsho'
- Maker
- Kanbayashi Shunsho
- Origin
- Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
- Ingredients
- Green tea powder
- Best Before
- December 2026
- Sizes And Prices
- { "20g_branded_box": "$8.10", "20g_branded_can": "$9.18", "40g_branded_box": "$15.12", "40g_branded_can": "$16.20", "100g_branded_can": "$36.72", "200g_branded_can": "$70.20" }
- Tasting Notes
- Creamy, slightly nutty, and lightly toasted notes, followed by a long-lasting, full-bodied aftertaste. Compared to Usucha Ryo no Kage, offers a fuller and mellower flavor.
- Brewing Instructions
- { "water_temp": "85°C (185°F); lower temps may cause bitterness", "matcha_amount": "1.5–2g (approx. 1/2 teaspoon or 2 chashaku scoops)", "water_volume": "70ml (2.4 fl oz)", "method": "Whisk vigorously with chasen until frothy", "additional_notes": "Consume immediately; sifting through a fine strainer recommended; use within one month after opening" }
- Reviews
- { "rating": "4.0 out of 5 stars", "count": 27, "notable_feedback": "Described as sweet and creamy, good for lattes at a reasonable price; some note a lighter flavor profile suitable for beginners" }
- Distribution Restriction
- The manufacturer, Kanbayashi Shunsho, does not allow the reselling of their products. They are only available directly to consumers.
Research notes
Retrieved via Sazen Tea (authorized specialty retailer), which lists this exact product name and appears to be the most complete English-language source. No separate official Kanbayashi Shunsho English-language product page was found.
