
The Traditional Japanese Matcha Tea Set
Elevate your tea ritual with this beautiful and complete Japanese Matcha Tea Set, designed for both beginners and experienced tea drinkers. This handmade collection provides all the essential tools (known as Chado or Chadōgu) you need to prepare smooth, frothy, and traditional matcha green tea.
Key Features and Traditional Tools
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Handmade Matcha Bowl (Chawan): The cornerstone of the set, the Chawan is a wide, deep ceramic bowl specifically shaped for whisking the tea and enjoying your finished matcha. Its "Easy Clean" design ensures simple maintenance.
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Bamboo Whisk (Chasen): This essential tool, the Chasen, is hand-carved from a single piece of bamboo. It is used to rapidly and effectively blend the matcha powder with hot water to create the signature light foam (usucha).
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Bamboo Scoop (Chashaku): The gracefully curved Chashaku (tea scoop) is used to accurately measure the correct amount of matcha powder from its container into the bowl, ensuring a perfect portion every time.
Set Options: 4-Piece or 8-Piece
Choose the set that best fits your needs, each arriving in an attractive Gift Box for easy presentation.
4-Piece Set (Likely Core Tools)
The 4-Piece Set includes the most vital accessories for daily matcha preparation:
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Matcha Bowl (Chawan)
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Bamboo Whisk (Chasen)
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Bamboo Scoop (Chashaku)
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Whisk Holder (Chasen Kusenaoshi): Essential for maintaining the whisk's shape and allowing it to dry properly, significantly extending the life of your Chasen.
8-Piece Set (Likely Complete Ritual Set)
The comprehensive 8-Piece Set provides a full collection of tools for a deeper tea ceremony experience:
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All 4 core pieces (Chawan, Chasen, Chashaku, Chasen Kusenaoshi).
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Sifter (Furui or Chakoshi): Used to break up any clumps in the fine matcha powder, ensuring a smooth, lump-free tea with perfect froth.
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Tea Caddy (Natsume): A beautiful container used for storing and preserving the freshness of your matcha powder.
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Tea Cloth (Chakin): A traditional cloth used for wiping and cleaning the bowl during or after the ceremony.
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An additional accessory, such as a tray or decorative cloth.
This set is perfect for gifting or for bringing the calming tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony into your home.
What to Expect in a 4-Piece vs. 8-Piece Set
Matcha sets often contain a variety of tools. Based on your product title and common Japanese tea sets, here is a likely breakdown of the different set options:
The Chasen Kusenaoshi (whisk holder) is a highly recommended accessory for extending the life of your bamboo whisk and helping it maintain its curved shape as it dries.