Matcha Besen

Matcha broom

The matcha whisk is a central element of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. With it, you can transform your matcha into a smooth, frothy delicacy and become part of a centuries-old ritual. Leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind you!

Handmade bamboo whisk for matcha tea

The Chasen

The Chasen (jap.: 茶筅)the traditional matcha tea whisk, is more than just a tool - it is a work of art made from bamboo. Each one is made by hand and the fine bristles are created by skillfully carving the bamboo. This requires the utmost precision and patience. No two matcha whisks are the same and that is what makes them so special. When you buy a Chasen, you are getting a piece of Japanese culture to your home and your tea preparation becomes a meditative moment.

Why you need a matcha whisk

You may be wondering why you need a special matcha whisk to make your tea. The answer lies in the result. A high-quality matcha whisk ensures that the matcha powder combines perfectly with the water and creates a creamy, frothy consistency is created. Just as it should be at a traditional tea ceremony. A conventional whisk or spoon can never produce the fine texture and creamy foam that makes matcha so special. On the contrary, the matcha tends to become lumpy if you use a spoon or whisk to prepare it. With the matcha whisk, you will succeed, distribute the green powder evenly and create a velvety surface that elevates the tea to a new level of taste.

Matcha is more than just a drink

When you prepare it, you are treating yourself to a moment of mindfulness. With every swing of the chasen, you feel yourself relaxing and immersing yourself in the tea-making process. The gentle resistance of the water against the fine bristles of the broom is almost like a little meditation and makes you feel completely in the here and now.

Caring for your Japanese tea whisk

Proper care is crucial to ensure that you enjoy your bamboo whisk for a long time. After each use, you should clean the struts of the chasen rinse under warm waterwithout using detergent. Leave it to air dry, preferably on a matcha whisk holder, also known as a chase yasume. This little helper ensures that the chasen keeps its shape and the delicate bristles do not break. 

Avoidputting the matcha whisk in the dishwasher or leaving it in water for too long, as bamboo is a natural material and can react sensitively to moisture. If you take good care of it, your matcha whisk will serve you faithfully for many years and will keep on giving you that perfect matcha moment again and again.

FAQs - Things to know about Sencha & Hojicha

Can you make matcha without a broom?

Yes, you can make matcha without a whisk, but the result will not be the same. The matcha whisk is crucial to properly combine the powder with the water and create a fine, creamy texture. Without chasen, the tea may become lumpy and you will never achieve that perfect foam.
How do I wash the matcha whisk?

Simply rinse the struts of the chasen under warm water after each use. Do not use soap or detergent. Dry it upright, preferably on a special matcha whisk holder, so that the bristles retain their shape.
Is a matcha whisk holder necessary?

A whisk holder is not absolutely necessary, but it is highly recommended. It helps to maintain the shape of the chasen and prevents the fine bristles from breaking or deforming during drying. The holder also helps to dry the whisk after cleaning. This keeps your matcha whisk in good condition for longer and you can always look forward to a perfect result.

Suitable for your matcha whisk

Other matcha accessories

In addition to the Chasen, there are other matcha equipmentthat makes your tea ceremony even more harmonious. The matcha spoonalso known as chashaku, helps you to measure out the perfect amount of matcha powder. The already mentioned Matcha whisk holder, chase yasume, ensures that your chasen stays in shape after the tea ceremony and does not get damaged. Also the Chawan called matcha bowls are also an indispensable part of your time out - not only do they provide the perfect setting for the tea, but they are also comfortable to hold. Last but not least, you will need traditional Japanese tea time of course also high-quality Matcha tea.