{"product_id":"yamamasa-koyamaen-shikibu-no-mukashi-matcha-100g","title":"Yamamasa Koyamaen Shikibu No Mukashi 100g","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant · Deep · Ceremonial-Lean Kyoto Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShikibu no Mukashi (式部の昔) is a classic high-grade matcha from Yamamasa Koyamaen, named in reference to Kyoto’s refined cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is valued for its depth, harmony, and polished mouthfeel, offering a more ceremonial experience than everyday matcha without overwhelming intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the bowl, Shikibu no Mukashi delivers a rich umami core, followed by a smooth sweetness that lingers gently. 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