Best Matcha Whisks

Traditional Japanese

A traditional chasen or tea whisk handmade in Japan from fine-quality bamboo.

Hand-carved in Japan by craftsmen from a single piece of Japanese bamboo. Pesticide- and chemical-free. Has 100 slim tines designed for thin, frothy tea (koicha).

A little pricey. Must be soaked in water before first use to maximize lifespan.

Best Bang for the Buck

BambooMN

Japanese Matcha Whisk

Bargain Pick

This chasen is made in the traditional manner from natural bamboo and boasts a bargain price.

Hand-curled using traditional techniques. Made from 100-percent natural bamboo. 100 tines for whisking frothy tea. Breaks up lumps for smooth brew.

Traditional Matcha Whisk & Spoon

Natural expansion after use can be surprising.

Zulay Kitchen

Best for Beginners

For a starter set of true bamboo matcha tools, this whisk and spoon pair is a good option.

Made of natural bamboo in traditional manner. Offers 100 tines for fine froth and aeration. Bamboo will not impart off flavors. Includes spoon for matcha.

Traditional Bamboo Matcha Whisk + Scoop

Spoon is not the most traditional design. Longevity issues.

Jade Leaf

Most Stylish

This matcha tool set includes the whisk and a traditional chashaku, a slender bamboo scoop.

Includes traditionally shaped chashaku spoon for finely scooping small amounts of matcha. Bamboo chasen whisk with fine tines. Made from formaldehyde-free bamboo.

Recommended lifespan is only 3-6 months.

A simple and solid bamboo chasen whisk made in the traditional style.

Delicately curled tines in traditional fashion. Whips up light, frothy matcha. Attractive design for display. Available alone or with a complete matcha tool set.