Chasen No. 109 · Dark Bamboo, 56 Tines · Usucha

Naturally dark bamboo · black thread · fine, dense head · one of a kind

A striking contrast of a dark bamboo handle against pale golden tines, bound in black thread. Around 56 fine outer tines, straight-drawn with a soft curl at the tips — an elegant all-rounder chasen (matcha whisk) that foams a smooth usucha (thin matcha).

Hand-cut and tied from a single piece of bamboo in Takayama, Nara — the district that makes more than 90% of Japan's chasen, where fewer than twenty artisans still practise the craft. From one of four independent makers we work with; out of respect for them, we don't share names or workshops. One of a kind — we have only this piece.

Care: rest on a whisk holder (kusenaoki) to keep its shape, rinse in warm water only, and air-dry. Never soak or machine-wash.