Gokou Bundle
TezumiExperience the Gokou cultivar from two of Japan's finest single-origin farms: Rishouen and Seicha Tsujiki
Gokou was selected from an Uji zairai in the early 1950s. Despite its age, it is still an unregistered cultivar that is nonetheless popular in Kyoto for use in gyokuro and matcha production. Its leaves are relatively thin, making them ideal for shaded tea production and produce a yield comparable to Yabukita.
Gokou has a very strong character which means it is rarely sold unblended. Mellow in taste with a deep but not overpowering umami, Gokou's most distinct characteristic is its unique, fruity aroma, which stands out when sold as a single cultivar tea.
Included Teas
Shirakawa Gokou Matcha
Seicha TsujikiRich, round, and deep, Kiyoharu Tsuji’s exquisite Gokou brings out the best from this highly acclaimed cultivar.
Producer: Tsujiki
Region: Shirakawa, Kyoto
Cultivar: Gokou
Harvested: May, 2025
Picking: Hand-picked
Kyōtanabe Gokou Matcha
RishouenFrom the rich soil of Kyōtanabe comes this clear expression of Gokou's signature aroma and flavour, with a deep body and notes of fresh edamame.
Located southwest of Uji City (宇治市), the fields and hills of Kyōtanabe (京田辺) are known for producing high quality tencha and gyokuro as some of the prime ingredients in Ujicha blends.
Producer: Rishouen
Region: Kyōtanabe, Kyōto
Cultivar: Gokou
Harvested: May, 2025
Picking: Hand-picked