Prepare tea with a Bamboo Whisk by first immersing the bristles in hot water to make them pliable. ![]() Keep the Bamboo Whisk from being exposed to sudden changes in temperature or humidity level, as these may cause the raw bamboo to crack. Let it dry naturally, and store in a well-ventilated and shaded spot away from heat and direct sunlight. Maintain the shape of the Bamboo Whisk by placing it on a Whisk Holder. Remove any residue by gently wiping the bristles with your fingers, and without the use of sponges or soap of any kind. This will increase their flexibility and prepare them for whisking the tea powder.Īfter whisking, rinse the Bamboo Whisk bristles in hot water as soon as possible. When you're ready to enjoy a bowl of tea, preserve the natural bamboo by first softening the bristles in hot water. Start by first admiring the shape of your new Bamboo Whisk, as it will change subtly and uncurl once it becomes wet and with its continued usage. The proper care and storage can help extend the life of the Bamboo Whisk. Please expect and embrace slight variations in color, size, or shape since this item is crafted from natural bamboo. Each Bamboo Whisk is securely packaged in a beautiful paper box with a stamp of authenticity issued by the Traditional Craft Industry Promotion Association of Japan, and a designation for all schools of Sadō (way of tea). The Bamboo Whisk is made from white bamboo, and is finished with curled tips (Senke style) with an elegant black thread. Relax your mind, and with practice your hands will move naturally as the Bamboo Whisk perfectly disperses matcha or Hojicha Powder to create a satisfying bowl of tea. ![]() This 80 prong (Hachijyuppondate) bamboo tea whisk is especially suited for preparing usucha (thin tea) with an even layer of fine foam.īring a quiet moment of inner peace to each day through the simple act of preparing tea with the Bamboo Whisk. The type of tea whisk used and the whisking technique can greatly influence the taste of tea. This authentic Takayama Chasen is crafted from locally grown bamboo by Yasaburo Tanimura, one of the only 18 remaining chasen masters in the village of Takayama, Nara Prefecture. ![]() It is an indispensable tool in the Japanese way of tea. The Bamboo Whisk (Takayama Chasen) is a handcrafted tea utensil designed for the preparation of Japanese tea powder.
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