Japanese Bamboo Matcha Whisk – 100-Prong Chasen for Tea Ceremony

The quality of your matcha comes down to the whisk. A poor chasen produces flat, clumpy matcha no matter how good your powder is. This 100-prong bamboo chasen is handcrafted using traditional Japanese techniques — including low-fire roasting at the waist to strengthen the bamboo and extend its lifespan — so it creates the smooth, frothy consistency that matcha is supposed to have.

In Japan, the chasen is considered the most essential tool in the tea ceremony. The number of prongs matters: 100 fine tines create far more surface contact with the matcha than cheaper 80-prong or 60-prong alternatives, which means better aeration, a finer foam, and a more evenly mixed bowl. Japanese tea masters have used handcrafted bamboo whisks like this for over 500 years because the material is naturally flexible, gentle on ceramic bowls, and produces a result that no other tool can replicate.

At 10cm x 5.5cm, it's the right size for a standard matcha bowl and easy to store on a whisk holder between uses. Whether you're new to matcha or upgrading from a lower-quality whisk, this chasen will make an immediate, noticeable difference in your cup.

• Material: Natural bamboo
• Prongs: 100 fine tines
• Size: 10cm × 5.5cm
• Technique: Handcrafted with traditional low-fire roasting for added durability
• Ideal for: Daily matcha prep, tea ceremony, pairing with a whisk holder

After contact with water, the outer tines may curve slightly — this is completely normal and characteristic of all authentic bamboo whisks.