Matcha Powder Biwa no Shiro from Kanbayashi Shunsho 40g

Biwa no Shiro (Ceremonial Matcha)

In the Kanbayashi Shunshō usucha portfolio, Biwa no Shiro stands as a mid-tier, high-quality usucha. Named after the Biwa tea garden, one of the famous seven tea gardens (Uji Shichimeien) established by Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu—best known for building the Golden Pavilion—this matcha reflects his deep appreciation for Uji tea.

Kanbayashi Shunsho

Founded by Kanbayashi Shunsho during the Eiroku period, Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten has a rich 450-year history as a prestigious tea house in Uji. Since the late 14th century, when the Ashikaga Shogunate helped elevate the reputation of Uji tea, the Kanbayashi family has been producing Uji tea. Now in its 14th generation, the family continues to uphold tradition while embracing innovation under the leadership of Kanbayashi Shunsho XIV, preserving the legacy of Uji tea and contributing to the evolution of tea culture in Japan.