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Description
Bamboo Matcha Whisk (Chasen) — Hand-Cut Madake | StrabellaThe replacement chasen, when yours has earned its rest. TL; DR Madake bamboo, hand cut, ~80 prongs. Replacement ready for an 812 month old whisk that's started to splay. $9. 99 the most affordable bamboo chasen we sell. Most matcha drinkers replace their bamboo whisk every 812 months. This is the SKU you order when prongs start splaying outward and stop springing back. Same Madake bamboo, same prong count, same hand cut process without the bowl you
The replacement chasen, when yours has earned its rest.TL;DR
- Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~80 prongs.
- Replacement-ready for an 8–12 month-old whisk that's started to splay.
- $9.99 — the most affordable bamboo chasen we sell.
Most matcha drinkers replace their bamboo whisk every 8–12 months. This is the SKU you order when prongs start splaying outward and stop springing back. Same Madake bamboo, same prong count, same hand-cut process — without the bowl you already own.
What is a chasen?
A chasen (茶筅) is a traditional Japanese bamboo whisk used to whisk powdered matcha into a fine foam. Hand-cut from a single piece of Madake bamboo, a chasen typically has 80–120 prongs that flex during whisking to create the thousands of micro-bubbles that define a properly prepared bowl of matcha. A chasen is consumable — it lasts 8–12 months of daily use.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Madake bamboo, hand-cut from a single piece |
| Prong count | ~80 |
| Height | ~10.5 cm |
| Lifespan | 8–12 months daily; 18–24 months weekly |
| Best for | Replacing an existing whisk · adding to an existing bowl |
How to Care for a Bamboo Whisk
- Soak in warm water for 5 minutes before first use.
- Rinse with warm water after every use — never soap or dishwasher.
- Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder, or upright in a clean spot.
- Replace when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when to replace my chasen?
Replace it when 3+ prongs are broken, when prongs splay outward and don't spring back, or when the whisk fails to produce a fine foam after 20 seconds of proper whisking.
Can a bamboo whisk go in the dishwasher?
No. Heat and detergent crack bamboo and degrade the prongs in a single cycle. Always rinse by hand with warm water only.
Why Strabella
Family-built since 2023, run by Lisa in Newport Beach, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects.
Shipping & Returns
- Ships from the United States — typically 2–3 business days
- Free US shipping on orders over $25
- 30-day returns on unused items
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
- Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy