Hokuwaen Hachijuppondate 80-Prong Takayama Chasen – Handcrafted Japanese Bamboo Matcha Whisk

The Hokuwaen Hachijuppondate 80-Prong Takayama Chasen is an authentic Japanese bamboo matcha whisk handcrafted in Takayama, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, the historic birthplace of Japan's renowned bamboo tea whisk tradition.

Made by master craftsman Kubo Tameo of the respected Hokuwaen workshop, each whisk is meticulously hand-carved from a single piece of carefully selected natural bamboo using centuries-old techniques that have been preserved through generations. Designated as a Traditional Craft Product by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), this chasen represents the highest standards of Japanese craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

The Hachijuppondate (80-Prong) design features approximately eighty finely carved tines, offering the ideal balance of flexibility, durability, and whisking performance. It effortlessly blends ceremonial-grade matcha into a smooth, creamy consistency with fine microfoam while enhancing the tea's natural flavor and aroma. Suitable for both formal Japanese tea ceremonies and everyday matcha preparation, it delivers a consistently exceptional bowl of matcha.

Packaged in a durable clear protective case, it safeguards the delicate bamboo tines while providing an elegant presentation for storage, gifting, or display.

Features

• Authentic handcrafted Takayama Chasen from Nara, Japan
• Traditional Hachijuppondate (80-Prong) whisk design
• Made by the renowned Hokuwaen workshop
• Handcrafted by master artisan Kubo Tameo
• Designated as a Traditional Craft Product by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
• Hand-carved from a single piece of premium natural bamboo
• Creates rich, creamy matcha with fine, velvety microfoam
• Protective clear storage case included
• Perfect for Japanese tea ceremonies and everyday matcha preparation
• Made in Takayama, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture—the historic home of traditional Japanese bamboo tea whisk craftsmanship