Usucha (standard)Usucha Yuzuriha Mukashi
Usucha (standard), sourced from Kyoto
From $15.12 (20g)
~$0.76 per gram
Grade
Usucha (standard)
Region
Kyoto
Price in context
At $0.76 per gram, it costs less than 65% of the other 969 matchas in the database with a confirmed price and size. Among the 92 Kyoto matchas with a confirmed price, the median is $1.34 per gram, and this one is well under the regional median. Among Kanbayashi Shunsho's 25 matchas with a confirmed price, this is the 13th-cheapest per gram.
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Sourcing
Kyoto, Japan
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A rich and concentrated flavor that develops gradually and lingers for a long time. Profile includes a sweeter, slightly nutty depth rather than a light floral freshness. Texture and intensity described as 'more like koicha' compared to lighter usucha varieties. One reviewer noted 'brighter green,' 'sweeter, deeper, and less bitter/astringent' qualities.
Pricing as disclosed
Full details
Everything disclosed on the product page (10 fields)▾
- Item Code
- MKS010
- Grade
- Ceremonial Grade Usucha (powdered matcha for thin preparation)
- Maker
- Kanbayashi Shunsho
- Origin
- Kyoto Pref., JAPAN
- Ingredients
- Green tea powder
- Best Before
- DEC / 2026
- Sizes And Prices
- { "20g_branded_box": "$15.12", "20g_branded_can": "$16.20", "40g_branded_box": "$29.16", "40g_branded_can": "$30.24", "100g_branded_can": "$71.28" }
- Tasting Notes
- A rich and concentrated flavor that develops gradually and lingers for a long time. Profile includes a sweeter, slightly nutty depth rather than a light floral freshness. Texture and intensity described as 'more like koicha' compared to lighter usucha varieties. One reviewer noted 'brighter green,' 'sweeter, deeper, and less bitter/astringent' qualities.
- Brewing Instructions
- { "matcha_amount": "1.5–2 g (approx. 1/2 tsp or 2 chashaku)", "water_volume": "70 ml (2.4 fl oz)", "water_temp": "80°C (176°F)", "method": "Whisk (vigorously) with a chasen (tea whisk) until frothy", "additional_notes": "Warm bowl first, sift powder to prevent clumping, consume immediately as it 'may become more bitter as it cools,' finish contents within one month after opening" }
- Reviews
- { "rating": "4.6 out of 5 stars", "count": 5 }
Research notes
Retrieved via Sazen Tea. No separate official Kanbayashi Shunsho English-language product page was found. No 200g size or distribution-restriction note was captured on this page, unlike several sibling SKUs.
