Founded in 1875 Ryuoen Chaho is one of Kyoto’s quiet but deeply respected tea houses. This long established Japanese tea specialist is renowned for supplying matcha to the head families of the San Senke tea schools. Unlike more commercial tea brands, Ryuoen Chaho has preserved a traditional, almost unchanged way of selling tea for over a century, a rare example of continuity in Japanese craftsmanship.
🌿 A Tea Shop Trusted by Tea Masters
What makes Ryuoen truly special is its connection to the heart of Japanese tea culture:
- Their matcha is officially recognised and used by the three major tea ceremony schools (Urasenke, Omotesenke, Mushanokoji-senke).
- This level of recognition means their tea meets the highest standards for ceremonial use, not just everyday drinking
A set of matcha teas recommended for everyday enjoyment. The set contains:
- Mujou (無上): 20g tin
- Robiraki (炉開き): 20g tin
Mujou is a refined matcha with a refreshing vegetal aroma and an exceptionally smooth, creamy mouthfeel. Rich umami meets an intense, lingering natural sweetness reminiscent of white chocolate. A delicate touch of bitterness adds complexity and depth to the finish.
Robiraki is a seasonal matcha released to celebrate the opening of the sunken hearth in November, marking the start of the winter tea season in Japan.
This limited release is made from hand picked leaves from Ryuoen’s own tea garden. Its fresh aroma and rich umami offer a distinctive opportunity to explore the producer’s seasonal collection.
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