{"product_id":"matsu-kaze-tea-chikumeido-chasen-shin-kazuho-black-bamboo","title":"MATSU KAZE TEA Chikumeido Chasen - Shin Kazuho (Black Bamboo)","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA WHISK SHAPED BY 24 GENERATIONS OF MASTERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by world-renowned master artisan Mr. Sabun Kubo, the Matsu Kaze Chikumeido Chasen - Shin Kazuho in Black Bamboo is a rare tool shaped by 24 generations of chasen makers. Designated by the Japanese government in 1987 for his artistry, Mr. Kubo continues to create whisks that embody centuries of tea ceremony tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinctive whisk is made from local black bamboo (kurodake) sourced in Nara Prefecture, naturally dried for two years. Black bamboo's softer, more flexible fibers help protect against cracking, while its high density makes carving especially challenging—resulting in a whisk that is both durable and beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chikumeido Chasen - Shin Kazuho in Black Bamboo is more than a whisk—it's a living piece of Japanese artistry. With every use, you connect to centuries of tradition while enjoying consistently smooth, frothy matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Local Black Bamboo from Nara Prefecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions [\u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e]: ⌀55mm x H120mm (⌀2.17in x H4.72in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions [\u003cem\u003ebox\u003c\/em\u003e]: L125mm x W66mm x H60mm (L4.92in x W2.6in x H2.36in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e64-66 strands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOT Dishwasher Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade by Mr. Sabun Kubo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine craftsmanship for consistently smooth, frothy matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% natural bamboo, free from chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach handle may develop cracks in dry climates—considered by many as adding character, consistent with Japanese aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImported directly to maintain freshness and integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse to prepare powdered matcha tea, essential for creating a smooth, frothy texture by emulsifying the tea powder and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore every use, soak bottom half of the chasen whisk in water to soften it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only. NO soap. NO dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Matsu Kaze Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41557620195422,"sku":"CPP-MKT-SKBB","price":10900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/files\/da53a512-db91-4e33-a96a-ae81978b4029.jpg?v=1764282296","url":"https:\/\/oightouncecoffee.shop\/en-jp\/products\/matsu-kaze-tea-chikumeido-chasen-shin-kazuho-black-bamboo","provider":"Eight Ounce Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}