White Bamboo Matcha Whisk | Takayama Chasen | Richly Matcha

Takayama Chasen – Handcrafted White Bamboo Matcha Whisk

Handcrafted by Kubo Sabun, a renowned Takayama Chasen craftsman from Takayama, Nara, Japan, the birthplace of Japanese bamboo tea whisks with over 500 years of tradition.

Takayama is renowned as Japan’s leading region for chasen craftsmanship, and Takayama Chasen was officially designated a Traditional Craft of Japan in 1975.

Each whisk is meticulously crafted from a single piece of natural white bamboo, carefully split and shaped into approximately 80 delicate prongs. This refined structure helps create a fine, creamy foam and a smooth texture when preparing matcha.

Why It’s Special

・Handcrafted in Takayama, Nara
Made using traditional chasen-making techniques passed down for over 500 years.

・Natural White Bamboo
Crafted from carefully selected bamboo for a refined, traditional appearance.

・Approximately 80 Delicate Prongs
Carefully shaped by hand for smooth whisking and fine foam.

・Custom Richly Matcha Detail
The base thread is hand-dyed in a custom color created for Richly Matcha.

Craftsman: Kubo Sabun – Certified Traditional Craftsman of Takayama Chasen
Material: Natural White Bamboo
Prong Count: Approximately 80 prongs
Origin: Takayama, Nara, Japan

Made in Japan – Takayama, Nara

Learn more about Takayama Chasen and its 500-year tradition of Japanese craftsmanship