Takayama Chasen – Sakura Charm (Pink Thread) | Handmade Bamboo Matcha Whisk
Product Info
A limited Takayama chasen, handmade in Japan — this whisk is produced in Takayama-cho (Ikoma, Nara), the historic home of Takayama chasen-making. Each chasen is crafted by hand in the traditional way, with skills passed down in Takayama since the Muromachi period (over 500 years).
Our Pink Thread / Sakura Charm edition includes a delicate sakura charm and pink wrapping detail, making it a beautiful gift or a special upgrade for your daily matcha ritual.
Why this chasen is different
- Handmade, one by one using time-honored Takayama methods — not mass-produced.
- Carefully prepared bamboo: traditionally, high-quality bamboo is selected (often 2–3 years old), oil is removed, it’s sun-dried, and then rested/aged before crafting.
- Made for real matcha: fine tines help whisk smooth, glossy usucha foam and reduce clumping.
How to use
- Before whisking, soften the tines by soaking the whisk tips in warm water for 10–20 seconds.
- Whisk briskly in a “W” motion until a fine foam forms.
- Tip: If your charm lightly rattles, hold the charm gently while whisking.
Care & storage
- Rinse with clean water immediately after use (no detergent).
- Shake off excess water and air-dry completely.
- For the best shape, store on a whisk stand (chasen-tate).
Note: Because bamboo is natural and each whisk is handmade, slight variations in color, grain, and finish are normal and part of the authenticity.
About Suikaen & the Takayama Tradition
Takayama-cho in Nara prefecture is the historical birthplace of the chasen. Suikaen is a family-run workshop with centuries of knowledge passed down through generations. Each whisk is a piece of living history—made with care, balance, and deep respect for the tea ceremony.
This 80-prong version is versatile enough for daily use, yet refined enough to impress any tea connoisseur. Whether you’re preparing usucha or serving guests, it delivers the perfect froth with every whisk.
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