Koicha Soumei no Mukashi 40g | Kanbayashi Shunshō | Kisshomori

✅ Koicha (thick ceremonial) matcha from Kanbayashi Shunshō Honten, Uji, Kyoto
✅ Deep, refined flavor with bold umami and lingering sweetness
✅ Crafted from first-harvest Tencha leaves, shade-grown and stone-milled
✅ Ideal for formal tea ceremony (濃茶) or refined meditation rituals
✅ Elegant 40g tin preserving aroma, color, and freshness
✅ Produced by one of Japan’s oldest tea houses, founded in 1560

The Spirit of Uji’s Tea Heritage

Soumei no Mukashi (双明の昔) is a masterpiece by Kanbayashi Shunshō Honten, one of the oldest and most revered tea houses in Uji, Kyoto — founded in the 16th century, known as an official tea purveyor to the Japanese Imperial Household.

This matcha embodies the essence of Koicha (濃茶) — the thick, luxurious form of matcha used in high tea ceremonies.
Soumei no Mukashi reveals deep umami, subtle natural sweetness, and a silky smooth texture that unfolds slowly on the palate.

Every sip delivers a sense of harmony — where tradition, craftsmanship, and stillness meet.

Taste & Experience

• Flavor: deep umami, rich body, mellow sweetness

• Color: vivid green with a lustrous sheen

• Texture: velvety and thick, perfectly balanced
  Perfect for koicha (thick ceremonial matcha) or quiet moments of contemplation.

How to Prepare

1. Sift 2g (½ tsp) of matcha into a chawan

2. Add 40–50ml of hot water (80°C / 176°F)

3. Whisk slowly in circular motion to create a smooth, thick texture (not foamy)

4. Sip directly — feel the weight, depth, and calm.

About Kanbayashi Shunshō Honten

Founded in Uji, Kyoto in 1560, Kanbayashi Shunshō Honten has supplied matcha to Japan’s most prestigious tea schools and the Imperial Household.
Their philosophy — harmony of nature and craftsmanship — defines every tin of matcha they produce.

Soumei no Mukashi stands among their most refined creations — a ceremonial-grade koicha that captures centuries of Kyoto’s tea culture in a single bowl.

Shipping

We ship across Canada, the United States, Australia, and internationally.
All Kisshomori matcha is packed carefully to preserve freshness and Japanese authenticity.