Kuchikiri Matcha Set by Kanbayashi Shunsho
The Kuchikiri Matcha Set by Kanbayashi Shunsho honors the sacred Kuchikiri (口切り) ceremony—the "opening of the tea jar"—marking autumn's most revered moment in the tea calendar. This exclusive set features two 40 g tins of Chiyo no Kotobuki (koicha grade) and Wakamori no Shiro (usucha grade), special autumn-blend matcha crafted from tea leaves harvested in spring and aged for six months in sealed clay jars, allowing them to mature into richly aromatic, mellow brews with deepened umami and natural sweetness.
From the only surviving Gomotsu Ochashi (highest-ranking tea master lineage) with over 450 years of Uji heritage, Kanbayashi Shunsho meticulously stone-grinds premium tencha leaves to preserve their vibrant jade-green color and complex flavor profiles. The Kuchikiri ceremony, held each November, celebrates the moment when sealed chatsubo jars from spring are ceremonially opened—a tradition considered the most formal and sacred event in Japanese tea culture. This set brings that timeless ritual into your home with two complementary matcha expressions.
About this set:
- Dual Autumn Expressions: Experience koicha-grade Chiyo no Kotobuki ("Thousand Generations of Celebration") with full-bodied, dynamic flavors, and usucha-grade Wakamori no Shiro ("Pure Young Forest") with smooth, nutty sweetness.
- Aged for Complexity: Six months of maturation in sealed clay chambers transforms fresh tea into mellow, umami-rich matcha with enhanced aromatic depth—the hallmark of Kuchikiri tradition.
- Versatile Pairing: Chiyo no Kotobuki offers invigorating complexity ideal for koicha or usucha, while Wakamori no Shiro delivers smooth, approachable sweetness perfect for thin tea or lattes.
- 450-Year Heritage: Crafted by the only surviving descendant of Uji's historical tea masters, blending centuries-old techniques with 14 generations of innovation.
- Gift-Worthy Presentation: Two elegantly designed 30 g tins in a stylish Japanese gift box, celebrating the autumn season and Kuchikiri ceremony.
- 100% Uji Origin: Shade-grown, stone-ground, and packaged in Uji, Kyoto—the birthplace of Japan's finest matcha.
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The Kuchikiri Matcha Set by Kanbayashi Shunsho honors the sacred Kuchikiri (口切り) ceremony—the "opening of the tea jar"—marking autumn's most revered moment in the tea calendar. This exclusive set features two 40 g tins of Chiyo no Kotobuki (koicha grade) and Wakamori no Shiro (usucha grade), special autumn-blend matcha crafted from tea leaves harvested in spring and aged for six months in sealed clay jars, allowing them to mature into richly aromatic, mellow brews with deepened umami and natural sweetness.
From the only surviving Gomotsu Ochashi (highest-ranking tea master lineage) with over 450 years of Uji heritage, Kanbayashi Shunsho meticulously stone-grinds premium tencha leaves to preserve their vibrant jade-green color and complex flavor profiles. The Kuchikiri ceremony, held each November, celebrates the moment when sealed chatsubo jars from spring are ceremonially opened—a tradition considered the most formal and sacred event in Japanese tea culture. This set brings that timeless ritual into your home with two complementary matcha expressions.
About this set:
- Dual Autumn Expressions: Experience koicha-grade Chiyo no Kotobuki ("Thousand Generations of Celebration") with full-bodied, dynamic flavors, and usucha-grade Wakamori no Shiro ("Pure Young Forest") with smooth, nutty sweetness.
- Aged for Complexity: Six months of maturation in sealed clay chambers transforms fresh tea into mellow, umami-rich matcha with enhanced aromatic depth—the hallmark of Kuchikiri tradition.
- Versatile Pairing: Chiyo no Kotobuki offers invigorating complexity ideal for koicha or usucha, while Wakamori no Shiro delivers smooth, approachable sweetness perfect for thin tea or lattes.
- 450-Year Heritage: Crafted by the only surviving descendant of Uji's historical tea masters, blending centuries-old techniques with 14 generations of innovation.
- Gift-Worthy Presentation: Two elegantly designed 30 g tins in a stylish Japanese gift box, celebrating the autumn season and Kuchikiri ceremony.
- 100% Uji Origin: Shade-grown, stone-ground, and packaged in Uji, Kyoto—the birthplace of Japan's finest matcha.
