{"title":"Matcha 🍵","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bamboo-matcha-whisk-chasen","title":"Bamboo Matcha Whisk (Chasen)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-carved from a single piece of bamboo, the chasen is the only tool that froths matcha properly. It’s the same whisk we use at our NYC café. Handcrafted by skilled artisans, this elegant whisk embodies the essence of simplicity and sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the finest bamboo, each whisk is meticulously carved to perfection, ensuring durability and precision in every stroke. With its lightweight design and delicate yet resilient tines, this whisk promises a seamless and enjoyable whisking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used for traditional tea ceremonies or daily rituals, this versatile tool is a symbol of authenticity and refinement. Elevate your tea-making journey with the Bamboo Tea Whisk, a cherished addition to any tea enthusiast's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare: rinse with warm water and air-dry upright, and it will keep its shape for months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"isshiki matcha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52760768184601,"sku":"sku-41357679984739","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7845\/7881\/files\/whisk_00.png?v=1782981964"},{"product_id":"matcha-whisk-set-bamboo-chasen-ceramic-chawan-gift-set","title":"Matcha Whisk Set — Bamboo Chasen + Ceramic Chawan Gift Set","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 20px;padding:16px 18px;background:#f5f7f1;border:1px solid #d8e0cf;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#5a6555;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e🍵 Complete your set — new-customer offer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;color:#3a4537;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYour whisk needs matcha. Get your first tin of our single-origin \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-powder?utm_source=pdp\u0026amp;utm_medium=cross-sell\u0026amp;utm_campaign=freshmatcha\" style=\"color:#1f5c45;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha (54g, ~27 cups)\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003e$29.89 — 39% off\u003c\/strong\u003e with code \u003cstrong\u003eFRESHMATCHA\u003c\/strong\u003e (one per customer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/48611797696727:1?discount=FRESHMATCHA\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#1f5c45;color:#fff;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:14px;\"\u003eAdd the matcha — $29.89 →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the five minutes between waking up and the first email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeven-piece kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — whisk, bowl, whisk holder, scoop, sifter, tea mat, and a how-to guide. Everything you need, nothing you don't.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~80 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSix-week in-house tested\u003c\/strong\u003e with a panel of three baristas, two home users, and one tea ceremony instructor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk you'll keep for 8–12 months of daily use, paired with a bowl that earns its place on your counter. Designed and tested in California; ships from the United States in 2–3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eA matcha whisk set is the minimum kit needed to prepare matcha in the traditional Japanese way. It includes a bamboo whisk (chasen) for foaming the matcha, a wide ceramic bowl (chawan) for whisking, and usually a bamboo scoop (chashaku) for measuring. Strabella's 7-piece set includes the chasen, chawan, bamboo scoop (chashaku), whisk holder, sifter, and tea mat — everything you need to start.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box — 7 pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~80 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Whisk holder (chasen-naoshi) — keeps the prongs in shape between uses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo scoop (chashaku) — measures the perfect 1.5g serving\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Stainless sifter — removes clumps for a smooth, lump-free bowl\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Tea mat — protects your counter while you whisk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsage booklet + how-to-make-better-matcha guide — care, soak, and W-motion technique\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~80\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on the included chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReplace\u003c\/strong\u003e when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional matcha (usucha or koicha), yes — a bamboo chasen creates the fine foam and emulsion that defines authentic matcha. A regular kitchen whisk leaves clumps and produces a watery cup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a bamboo matcha whisk last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bamboo whisk lasts 8–12 months of daily use, or 18–24 months of weekly use. Replace it when prongs splay outward, stop springing back, or when 3+ prongs break.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a regular kitchen whisk for matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but the result is noticeably worse — clumpy texture, no foam, and a watery flavor. The thin prongs of a chasen create thousands of tiny air pockets that a metal whisk cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse under warm running water immediately after use, gently swishing the prongs. Never use soap, hot water, or a dishwasher. Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder or upright in a clean spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and prevents breakage during your first whisk. Skip this step and you'll likely lose 1–2 prongs in week one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects, run by Lisa in Newport Beach. We test every product through six weeks of in-house use before it ships. We're not the cheapest. We're not the loudest. We're the one you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — typically 2–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e30-day return policy on all unused items\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUS customer support: hello@strabella.org\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/starbucks-matcha-vs-homemade\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eStarbucks matcha vs homemade — the math\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-clean-and-use-a-matcha-whisk-complete-care-guide\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eHow to use \u0026amp; clean a matcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/matcha-whisk-vs-electric-frother-which-creates-better-tea\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBamboo whisk vs electric frother\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-beginner-matcha-kit\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBest beginner matcha kit (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/why-matcha-tastes-bitter\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eWhy your matcha tastes bitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. The bamboo whisk plus the included sifter fix the two problems most beginners hit on day one: clumps and bitterness. Sift, water at 170°F, M-motion. That's the whole technique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eRinse with warm water after each use. Dry tines-up in the holder (never lay flat). Never dishwasher. With daily use, the chasen lasts 6–12 months before the tines wear — then replace just the whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur set has seven pieces: a bamboo whisk (chasen), a ceramic bowl (chawan), a whisk holder, a bamboo scoop, a stainless sifter, a tea mat, and a how-to guide. Most matcha bowl set listings online stop at the whisk and bowl. We add the sifter because it is the piece that keeps a beginner's first cup from clumping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need both a matcha bowl and a whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor traditional matcha, yes. The bamboo whisk aerates the powder into a smooth cup, and the wide bowl gives the whisk room to move in a W-motion. A narrow mug crowds the whisk and leaves the matcha uneven, which is why a matched matcha bowl whisk pairing works better than improvising with what is in the cupboard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do you need to make matcha at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour things: a bamboo whisk, a wide ceramic bowl, a sifter to break up clumps, and a ceremonial-grade matcha powder. Warm water at about 175°F finishes it. This set covers the tools in one box, so the only thing you add is the powder and the water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2.5rem; padding-top: 1.5rem; border-top: 1px solid #eadfc8; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-style: italic; color: #7a8c74; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.65; text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for this as a gift? 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