Japanese Chasen from Suikaen - Rainbow

The Suikaen Tanimura Yasuburo Shiratake Rainbow (Niji) Chasen is a traditional matcha whisk from Suikaen workshop in Takayama, Nara. The workshop is led by Yasaburo Tanimura, a 25th generation chasen craftsman continuing a 500-year family tradition. This distinctive whisk features seven different colors of yarn wrapping on the handle. Made from shiratake (white bamboo) using traditional methods without machines or chemicals. The bamboo used is henon bamboo (hachiku), chosen for its dense, fine surface quality that makes it ideal for chasen crafting. The bamboo is harvested in winter after 2-3 years of growth, boiled to remove oils, dried in cold winter air, then aged for another 2-3 years to achieve its white color. Each whisk is entirely handcrafted in Takayama village, which produces about 90% of Japan's tea whisks. First Use Instructions The whisk is secured to its box with rice-based glue, though it may become unglued during transit. Carefully hold the handle and slowly peel it awa