# Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten 御濃茶 祖母昔 20g缶

- Name: Kanbayashi Shunsho Koicha Babamukashi 20g / 上林春松本店 御濃茶 祖母昔（ばばむかし）20g缶 / 上林春松本店 浓茶「祖母昔」20g罐
- Brand: Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten / 上林春松本店
- Category: Matcha & Japanese Tea
- Page: https://bestjapanbuy.com/en/p/kanbayashi-babamukashi-20/
- Updated: 2026-10-23

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

A koicha bearing a tea name unique to the Kanbayashi family; the brand tells a story linking it to Tokugawa Ieyasu. About 3,000 yen for 20g, relatively accessible for a koicha.

- Good for: Tea ceremony students wanting to try koicha, or as a gift for a tea-savvy elder
- Not for: Those who only make lattes or bake

## Price in Japan

- Japan reference price incl. tax (Store price): JP¥3,024
- Tax-free / after refund: JP¥2,800 (8%)
- Flights: OK on the plane

## Taking it home (by destination)

| Destination | Result | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mainland China | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Hong Kong | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Macao | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Taiwan | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Singapore | ✓ Allowed | — |
| South Korea | ✓ Allowed | — |
| United States | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Thailand | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Malaysia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Philippines | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Vietnam | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Indonesia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| India | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Australia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| New Zealand | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Canada | ✓ Allowed | — |
| United Kingdom | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Germany | ✓ Allowed | — |
| France | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Italy | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Spain | ✓ Allowed | — |

## Specs

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten / 上林春松本店 |
| Model | 御濃茶 祖母昔 20g缶 |
| Type | Matcha for koicha (thick tea) |
| Use | Drinking |
| Form | Powder |
| Origin | Multiple origins/not stated |
| Net weight | 20g |
| Unopened shelf life (manufacturer) | 180days |

## Reviews

TBD

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I take Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten 御濃茶 祖母昔 20g缶 home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

### How much is the Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten 御濃茶 祖母昔 20g缶 in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Kambayashi Shunsho Honten 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 Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten 御濃茶 祖母昔 20g缶 in Japan?

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


## Sources

- Specs: [Kambayashi Shunsho Honten official online shop](https://shop.shunsho.co.jp/Form/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?shop=0&pid=01050_&bid=shunsho&cat=002001)
- Japan price: [Kambayashi Shunsho Honten official online shop](https://shop.shunsho.co.jp/Form/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?shop=0&pid=01050_&bid=shunsho&cat=002001) (2026-10-23)

> Data from BestJapanBuy (bestjapanbuy.com). Please credit and link to the page when using it. Prices are for reference only; check in store.
> Translated with AI; the Chinese version is authoritative.