Handmade Takayama Bamboo Chasen (Matcha Whisk)

Handmade traditional Takayama bamboo whisk / chasen 茶筅, an essential tool for chanoyu. Three very special options of chasen, handmade by Kubo Sabun (Masaki), 24th generation of the Chikumeido Sabun family, in Takayama, Nara prefecture - specialized in Chasen making since the 16th century. Takayama is the only place that produces tea whisks in Japan following the traditional way. Light Bamboo / 100 bristles  Black bamboo with red thread Black bamboo with long handle  May you enjoy your ritual.