Ryuoen Chaho - Rakuju no Mukashi (Rare matcha)

Founded in 1875  Ryuoen Chaho  is one of Kyoto’s quiet but deeply respected tea houses. 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.

Rakuju no Mukashi is an exceptionally rich and luxurious ceremonial matcha, offering deep umami, pronounced natural sweetness and a remarkably smooth, velvety texture. Gentle bitterness enhances its complexity, leading to a long, elegant finish with outstanding depth.