Matcha Whisk Set — Bamboo Chasen + Ceramic Chawan Gift Set

For the five minutes between waking up and the first email.

• Seven-piece kit — whisk, bowl, whisk holder, scoop, sifter, tea mat, and a how-to guide. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
• Hand-cut Madake bamboo chasen with ~100 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.
• Hand-pinched ceramic chawan sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).

A 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.

What is a matcha whisk set?

A 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.

What's in the Box — 7 pieces

• 1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~100 prongs
• 1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity
• 1 × Whisk holder (chasen-naoshi) — keeps the prongs in shape between uses
• 1 × Bamboo scoop (chashaku) — measures the perfect 1.5g serving
• 1 × Stainless sifter — removes clumps for a smooth, lump-free bowl
• 1 × Tea mat — protects your counter while you whisk
• Usage booklet + how-to-make-better-matcha guide — care, soak, and W-motion technique

Specifications

How to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set

1. Soak the whisk in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.
2. Sift 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.
3. Pour 80ml of 175°F / 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).
4. Whisk in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.
5. Drink within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.

How to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk

• Rinse only with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.
• Air-dry on the included chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape.
• Replace when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?
For 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.

How do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?
Rinse 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.

Why do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?
A 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and helps prevent breakage during your first whisk.

I'm a beginner — is this set for me?
Yes. 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.

Can I use this for iced matcha?
Yes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.

Is the bamboo whisk made in Japan?
The chasen is cut from Japanese Madake bamboo. The ceramic chawan is hand-pinched stoneware, and the set is assembled by Strabella in the US.

Is it a good gift?
Yes. The set arrives complete with seven pieces, so the only thing to add is matcha powder.