SHIN Takayama Chasen - Authentic Made-in-Japan Matcha Whisk

Takayama Chasen (高山茶筌), the traditional bamboo whisk used for preparing matcha, is a craft with a long history dating back to the 1500s. The entire production process is done by hand by skilled artisans without the use of machines. Each whisk is crafted from a single piece of bamboo with meticulous attention to detail, making it a work of art.

Even though most matcha whisks today are mass-produced outside Japan, the highest quality ones are still made in the small village of Takayama, from locally sourced and grown bamboos without chemicals. The gentle sunshine and cool breezes of the high mountain creates an ideal environment to grow the firm bamboo with a shiny glaze. This high-quality bamboo undergoes a rigorous selection process, ensuring only the best pieces are used.

Why Choose a Shin Chasen:

• Specialised for Usucha: Creates fine, uniform bubbles and a smooth surface, enhancing both texture and taste
• Authentically Japanese: Handmade by artisans in Takayama using traditional techniques passed down for centuries
• Premium Quality: Crafted from natural Japanese bamboo for durability and daily use
• True to Tradition: Not machine-made, not overseas production — every whisk is shaped, split, and curled by hand
• Tea School Approved: The Shin style is trusted in formal tea ceremony practice

Product Details:

+ Dimension: Approx. 150mm x H:110mm

+ Production: Takemeido Sabun - Takayama, Nara, Japan

+ Material: Black Bamboo

+ Forming: Handmade