Bamboo Chashaku Tea Scoop

A chashaku is a spoon-shaped tea utensil used in the tea ceremony to scoop matcha tea powder into a matcha bowl. This MUSUBI KILN original design preserves the natural texture of bamboo while featuring a gentle, precise curve for easily scooping matcha powder.

The chashaku is one of the most important tea utensils, said to represent the values and personality of the tea ceremony practitioner. With four bamboo variations to choose from, express yourself through tea while enjoying the richness of the natural material.

White Bamboo (shira-take): Crafted from Kyoto bamboo, it showcases a pale, pure coloring that conveys an elegant and refreshing impression.

Sesame Bamboo (goma-dake): Crafted from Kyoto bamboo, this chashaku features delicate speckles and an elegant, understated presence.

Dappled Bamboo (zumen-dake): Crafted from premium Kyoto bamboo, each piece features distinctive surface patterns with unique natural markings.

Soot Bamboo (susu-take): Smoked over a traditional Japanese hearth, this piece carries a distinctive and time-honored texture.

Each chashaku comes in a paulownia wood box, making it an ideal gift.

Matsukan

Since their establishment in 1922, Matsukan has consistently brought joyous excitement to the table through their beautifully crafted lacquered chopsticks. With an unwavering commitment to continue to deliver this enthusiasm to suit our ever-changing lifestyles, they strive to shine and offer unparalleled quality.

With a century of expertise to their name, Matsukan pushes the boundaries of innovation, ensuring that their chopsticks remain timeless works of art. Step into the world of Matsukan, where tradition and innovation seamlessly blend, and every meal transforms into a happy celebration with their finely handcrafted chopsticks.

Bamboo Crafts for a Cool Summer

Bamboo has been lovingly cultivated across Japan for centuries. Light, strong, and naturally cooling to the touch, it brings a quiet elegance and a refreshing sense of calm, perfect for long, sun-drenched summer days.

From chopsticks and tea ceremony tools to breezy baskets and bento boxes, bamboo crafts shape many essentials of Japanese life, especially in warmer months when simplicity and breathability matter most.

Growing to full height in just three months and maturing in three years, Japanese bamboo is a fast-renewing natural resource—quietly echoing the fresh, fleeting rhythm of summer.