Tsujirihei Honten "Uji no Mukashi" Ceremonial Uji Matcha 30g (1.06 oz) Premium Tin – 100% Pure Omotesenke Fushin'an Preferred Koicha Grade Japanese Green Tea Powder

Step into the pinnacle of Japanese tea traditions with "Uji no Mukashi" (Ujimukashi), an exquisite masterpiece curated by the historic Tsujirihei Honten in Uji, Kyoto—master blenders since 1860. This ultra-premium ceremonial grade is officially designated as Omotesenke Fushin'an Jikichusai On-kpreference Koicha (表千家 不審庵 即中斎御好み 濃茶), meaning it is a highly revered blend chosen by the Grand Master of the Omotesenke tea school specifically for preparing Koicha (thick, concentrated matcha).

Crafted from the absolute finest, single-ingredient Japanese green tea leaves (tencha), this matcha represents the pinnacle of traditional shaded cultivation. It features an incredibly vibrant emerald hue, an intensely rich, sweet umami profile, and a deeply elegant aroma. Because it is a top-tier ceremonial grade, it possesses absolutely zero harsh bitter notes, offering a velvety, otherworldly texture that honors centuries of Japanese tea ritual history.

☀️ The Distinction of an Omotesenke Grand Master Blend

To be preferred by the Grand Master of Omotesenke is one of the highest honors a tea can achieve in Japan. This blend is specifically formulated to withstand the dense concentration required for Koicha:

• Supreme Koicha (Thick Tea) Quality – While phenomenal as a light tea (Usucha), this grade is rare because it is smooth and sweet enough to be mixed into a thick, syrupy concentrate without any bitterness.

• Exquisite Visuals & Aroma – Yields a breathtakingly bright, intense green liquor with a profound, enveloping stone-milled fragrance that lingers beautifully on the palate.

• 100% Pure & Pristine – Contains absolutely no added sugars, no preservatives, and no artificial colors. Just single-ingredient, historical perfection direct from Uji.

🌿 Why Choose Tsujirihei Honten "Uji no Mukashi" 30g?

• Timeless Heritage Since 1860 – Produced by one of Kyoto's most prestigious tea houses, securing an authentic, uncompromised lineage of generational expertise.

• Luxury Gift Presentation – Housed in a beautifully textured, gold-woven Japanese paper gift box adorned with traditional botanical framing, making it an extraordinary gift for serious tea collectors and practitioners.

• The Ultimate Usucha Micro-Foam – When prepared as a thin tea, it whisks effortlessly into a micro-foam with a flawless, tight crema and an unbelievably mellow finish.

• Shipped Fresh from Japan – Delivered in its original premium sealed tin inside the presentation box directly to collectors and traditional tea ceremony practitioners across Europe and Australia.

🥄 Traditional Preparation Methods

🍵 As Koicha (Thick Tea - Recommended for Connoisseurs):

1 Sift 3 to 4 premium scoops (approx. 3.75g to 4g) of matcha into a pre-warmed traditional tea bowl.

2 Add about 30ml of hot water (strictly cooled to 80°C / 176°F).

3 Instead of whisking into a froth, use your bamboo whisk to gently knead and stroke the matcha back and forth in a smooth, slow motion until it dissolves into a rich, glossy, emerald-green syrup.

✨ As Usucha (Traditional Thin Tea):

1 Sift 1.5 to 2 premium scoops (approx. 1.5g to 2g) of matcha into your bowl.

2 Add 70ml of hot water (80°C / 176°F).

3 Whisk rapidly in an "M" or "W" motion using a bamboo whisk until a fine, dense, velvety foam covers the entire surface.

📦 Product Details

• Net Weight: 30g (1.06 oz)

• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan (100% Japanese-grown green tea leaves)

• Ingredients: 100% Japanese green tea (matcha)

• Packaging: Inner fresh-locked steel tin inside a luxury gold-textured paper presentation box

🔒 Freshness & Shipping

Sealed under pristine atmospheric controls at Tsujirihei Honten's estate in Uji to completely protect the delicate, volatile amino acids. Shipped fresh directly from Japan.

💚 Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dark place away from high temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight. Once opened, it is highly recommended to store the tin securely closed inside the refrigerator to preserve its delicate flavor and brilliant green color. Consume promptly after opening for peak quality.