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Gion Tsujiri 抹茶 建久の白 40g #Matcha & Japanese TeaJP¥3,024 Gion Tsujiri 抹茶 建久の白 40g Japan price
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥3,024
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥2,800
In USD≈ US$18
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Tax 8%

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Gion Tsujiri Matcha Kenkyu-no-shiro 40g

祇園辻利 抹茶 建久の白 40g

Price JP¥3,024 · tax-free JP¥2,800
Flights OK on the plane
Source Gion Tsujiri official online shop · 10-23
Matcha & Japanese Tea

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Gion Tsujiri official online shop is JP¥3,024 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

A stone-ground Uji matcha for usucha, supplied to Kennin-ji temple, with a full aroma and a clear sweet finish. At a little over 3,000 yen for 40g, it suits serious tea whisking.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-23 · sources at the end

Store price (incl. tax) JP¥3,024. At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥2,800 at the register (≈ US$18).Below the threshold on its own: you need JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day to buy tax-free. How the new tax-free refund works › Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate.

Customs rules differ by country and region. Will it work in your country? →

Flights: OK on the plane. No batteries, liquids or dangerous goods: OK in carry-on or checked baggage

Good for: Those who want proper usucha, or a tin of matcha with a story to give as a gift | Not for: Those who only make lattes or bake (a culinary grade is better value)

Sold at tea shops, department store food halls and supermarkets. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-23 · prices for reference only · names: Gion Tsujiri Matcha Kenkyu-no-shiro 40g / 祇園辻利 抹茶 建久の白 40g

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Store price
JP¥3,024
Tax-free price
JP¥2,800
In USD (reference)
≈ US$18

Japan price: Gion Tsujiri official online shop, 2026-10-23
Below JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own: combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free
Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate.
USD rate JP¥1 = US$0.006377 (2026-10-23) · Prices are for reference only; check in store.

How tax-free shopping works

Until Oct 31, 2026: show your passport at a tax-free shop and pay the tax-free price at the register (at least JP¥5,000 excl. tax per store per day).

Calculate the refund · New tax-free rules explained

Specs

BrandGion Tsujiri / 祇園辻利
Model抹茶 建久の白 40g
TypeMatcha for usucha (thin tea)
UseDrinking
FormPowder
OriginUji (Kyoto)
Net weight40g
Unopened shelf life (manufacturer)TBD

Spec sources: Gion Tsujiri official online shop

Taking it home: country by country

Customs rules differ by country; check your own customs authority before you travel. Pick your country to put it at the top.

Country / regionResultWhat to know
Mainland China Allowed Packaged foods: reasonable amounts for personal use can usually be brought in
Hong Kong Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Macao Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Taiwan Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Singapore Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
South Korea Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United States Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Thailand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Malaysia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Philippines Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Vietnam Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Indonesia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
India Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Australia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
New Zealand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Canada Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United Kingdom Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Germany Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
France Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Italy Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Spain Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.

Flights (all destinations): OK on the plane: No batteries, liquids or dangerous goods: OK in carry-on or checked baggage

This model: TBD. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Rating and pros/cons TBD.

Where to buy

In Japan

Sold at tea shops, department store food halls and supermarkets.

Find the nearest store

Japanese phrases to show staff · Checkout checklist · Calculate the price after refund

Frequently asked questions

Can I take Gion Tsujiri 抹茶 建久の白 40g home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21. See the table "Taking it home: country by country" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the Gion Tsujiri 抹茶 建久の白 40g in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Gion Tsujiri official online shop is JP¥3,024 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥2,800. Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

Where can I buy the Gion Tsujiri 抹茶 建久の白 40g in Japan?

Sold at tea shops, department store food halls and supermarkets. The price we list is from Gion Tsujiri official online shop (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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