SHIRAKAWA gokou matcha
Laser Like Sweetness | Intense Umami
from master Kiyoharu Tsuji


Shirakawa Gokou Matcha | 20g
Packaging 20g Tin | 10-12 servings
Description: A single cultivar 100% Gokou matcha from Shirakawa, Uji. This is a wonderful chance to try unblended Gokou Matcha - made from one of Uji's most celebrated local culitvars. Gokou has an intoxicating aroma with a balanced, full bodied finish. Made by a true living legend.
What is so special about this tea? This matcha hails from unarguably the most revered tencha garden in all of Uji - The gardens of Mr. Kiyoharu Tsuji. Gokou is one of the more uniquely fragranced Matcha from Tsuji san with a notable Gyokuro like "shaded aroma" quality. Tsuji san has mastered the production of a handful of cultivars - Gokou among them. With more #1 showings at Japan's all national tea fair, it is safe to say his name is etched in the history of Uji tea production. His teas exude a notable power from intensive garden management and fertilization as well as the deep red clay soil of Shirakawa. The L-Theanine and amino acid levels of his teas are some of the highest recorded - and this comes through on the palate. We recommend using slightly cooler water to bring out that umami.
Recommended for: A pinnacle grade matcha experience - a matcha with a lot of character
Packaging: 20g canister
Type: Green Tea
Cultivar: Asahi
Production Area: Shirakawa, Uji
Production Year: 2022
Producer: Tsuji Family
Always use fresh filtered water
Water: 65cc / 2 oz (175F)
Powder Amount: 2g / 1.5 teaspoons
Whisk vigorously until a fine foam appears.
HOW DO WE DESCRIBE Asahi MATCHA?
Deep, Rich and Profound
Made from 100% Asahi cultivar from a single garden. Produced by the famed Kiyoharu Tsuji and finished by hand.