Whisks
Our whisks are crafted from 100% bamboo, traditionally shaped, and built for the everyday matcha ritual — bringing smooth, lump-free foam, a satisfying motion, and the kind of quiet pleasure that turns a daily cup into something to look forward to.
Bowls
Our bowls are designed for the work of whisking, wide and low with room for the chasen to move — bringing finer foam, an even pour, and the steady weight in your hand that makes preparing matcha feel like the small ceremony it actually is.
FAQs
What do I actually need to make matcha at home?
The essentials are simple: something to whisk with, something to whisk in, and a way to measure. A traditional setup includes a chasen (bamboo whisk), a chashaku (bamboo scoop), a sieve, and a bowl wide enough to whisk in comfortably. If you're starting out, our starter sets gather everything you need in one place, so there's no guesswork. A whisk holder is a lovely later addition — not essential, but it keeps your chasen in shape for longer.
What's the difference between your whisks?
Both of our chasen are made from 100% bamboo and shaped for matcha — the difference is form. Our Classic Whisk has 100 prongs and a traditional shape, made for whisking matcha in a bowl at home: wide enough to draw plenty of air through the powder, fine enough for a smooth, even foam. Our Travel Whisk is longer and slimmer, with a narrower head designed to reach into deeper bowls, tall glasses, and travel cups — ideal for matcha on the go, or for whisking directly into the vessel you'll drink from.
How do I care for my chasen?
Before the first use, soak the prongs in warm water for a minute or two — this softens the bamboo and helps the tines unfurl. After each use, rinse gently under cool water (no soap, no scrubbing), give it a light shake, and rest it on a whisk holder to dry with the prongs facing up. Treated kindly, a chasen will see you through several months of daily whisking; eventually the tines will tire and it's time for a fresh one — that's normal, not a sign of poor care.
Do I need a bowl, a glass, or both?
They serve different purposes. A matcha bowl (chawan) is a preparation tool — wide and low, giving the chasen room to move and producing the finest foam. You whisk in the bowl, then either drink from it traditionally or pour from it. Our glasses, on the other hand, are made for drinking — particularly lovely for iced matcha lattes, where you want to see the layers settle. If you're starting out, a bowl is the essential piece; a glass is a beautiful addition once you're brewing regularly and want a dedicated vessel for cold preparations.
Do I need a sieve?
Strictly speaking, no — but it makes a noticeable difference. Matcha is finely milled and slightly hygroscopic, so it tends to form small clumps as it sits. Sifting before whisking breaks those up and gives you a smoother, more even foam without much extra effort. Our sieve-and-saucer set is designed for exactly this, with a fine mesh sized to matcha and a saucer that catches any stray powder. A small step that makes a big difference.
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