Moya Matcha - Chashaku Bamboo Spoon

Dark bamboo spoon Chashaku Chashaku is a small bamboo spoon used to scoop matcha. It is utilized during a traditional Japanese tea ceremony to allow for precise measurement of the required amount of matcha. Matcha tea is prepared differently from other types of tea, and using a chashaku spoon is an essential part of the Japanese tea brewing ritual that brings us closer to the traditional ceremony. Not dishwasher safe. Chashaku is the traditional spoon for serving matcha and an integral part of the matcha tea ceremony. The curved portion of the spoon is used to scoop a small portion of matcha tea and place in a bowl (matchawan). The mixture is then whisked to uniform consistency using a bamboo whisk (chasen). The amount of matcha served depends on individual preference. Traditionally, thin tea or “usucha” is prepared with 1 chashaku of matcha (one teaspoon) and approximately 75-100ml of hot water. This proportion is perfect for creating ideal frothy texture on the s...