{"product_id":"matcha-whisk-set-bamboo-chasen-ceramic-chawan-gift-set","title":"Matcha Whisk Set — Bamboo Chasen + Ceramic Chawan Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the five minutes between waking up and the first email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeven-piece kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — whisk, bowl, whisk holder, scoop, sifter, tea mat, and a how-to guide. Everything you need, nothing you don't.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~100 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk you'll keep for 8–12 months of daily use, paired with a bowl that earns its place on your counter. Designed by Strabella, a small US brand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eA matcha whisk set is the minimum kit needed to prepare matcha in the traditional Japanese way. It includes a bamboo whisk (chasen) for foaming the matcha, a wide ceramic bowl (chawan) for whisking, and usually a bamboo scoop (chashaku) for measuring. Strabella's 7-piece set includes the chasen, chawan, bamboo scoop (chashaku), whisk holder, sifter, and tea mat — everything you need to start.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box — 7 pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~100 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Whisk holder (chasen-naoshi) — keeps the prongs in shape between uses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo scoop (chashaku) — measures the perfect 1.5g serving\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Stainless sifter — removes clumps for a smooth, lump-free bowl\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Tea mat — protects your counter while you whisk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsage booklet + how-to-make-better-matcha guide — care, soak, and W-motion technique\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~100\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on the included chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReplace\u003c\/strong\u003e when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional matcha (usucha or koicha), yes — a bamboo chasen creates the fine foam and emulsion that defines authentic matcha. A regular kitchen whisk leaves clumps and produces a watery cup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse under warm running water immediately after use, gently swishing the prongs. Never use soap, hot water, or a dishwasher. Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder or upright in a clean spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and helps prevent breakage during your first whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The bamboo whisk plus the included sifter fix the two problems most beginners hit on day one: clumps and bitterness. Sift, water at about 175°F, M-motion. That's the whole technique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bamboo whisk made in Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chasen is cut from Japanese Madake bamboo. The ceramic chawan is hand-pinched stoneware, and the set is assembled by Strabella in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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