Your Matcha Starter Kit: A Simple Guide to the Chawan, Chasen & Chashaku
1.The Matcha Bowl (Chawan) - Your Stage
Why it's special:
How to Choose:
- Shape Matters: Look for a "converging rim" – a bowl where the top curves slightly inwards. This smart design prevents splashes, makes foaming easier, and helps you use less powder.
- Find the Right Size:
1.For most hands: 350-500ml is a comfortable, classic size.
2.Larger preference: 450-600ml is great if you prefer a bigger bowl.
3.Our Pick: TEANAGOO bowls are a versatile 500ml, a golden size that works for almost everyone.
- Material: Ceramic or pottery are best. Pottery keeps your matcha warmer, while ceramic lets you see the beautiful green color better.
- Want to dive deeper? Read our full guide: [How to Choose a Matcha Bowl: The Ultimate Guide to Shape, Size & Material]
2. The Bamboo Whisk (Chasen) - Your Magic Wand
- Why it's special: Its fine bamboo prongs mix air, water, and tea powder perfectly—something a regular whisk can't do.
- How to Use & Care:
1.First Use: Always soak the tip in warm water for 1 minute before your first use. This softens the bamboo and prevents breaking.
2. The Motion: Hold it loosely and move your wrist quickly back and forth in a "M" or "W" pattern (not circles!). In 15-30 seconds, you'll have beautiful foam.
3.Want to be a care expert? Check out our complete guide: [Is Your Chasen Thriving or Dying? The Ultimate Guide to Use & Care]
3.The Bamboo Scoop (Chashaku) - Your Measure of Precision
Why it's special:
It's designed to measure the ideal amount of matcha powder. One level scoop is about one serving.
How to Use:
- The Grip: Gently hold it with your fingers.
- The Measure: Scoop up the powder and gently tap the side to level it off for a perfect dose. How They Work Together: The Simple Ritual
1.Warm Up: Pour hot water into your bowl to warm it and soften your whisk. Then pour the water out.
2. Add Matcha: Use your scoop to add 1.5-2 scoops of sifted matcha powder to the bowl.
3.Whisk: Add about 70-80ml of hot water (80°C is perfect). Use your whisk in that fast "M" motion until it's frothy.
4.Enjoy: Savor your perfect bowl of matcha!
- Q: Can I just use a kitchen whisk?
A: We don't recommend it. A metal whisk won't create the same fine, creamy foam and can scratch your bowl. The bamboo chasen is specially designed for this job.
- Q: How do I clean these tools?
A: Simply rinse with warm water. Never use soap! Let your whisk dry upright in a holder.
Conclusion: Your Path to Peace in a Bowl
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Hello friend, for all our TEANAGOO products there is a handbook in it. You can learn how to use the product in it. The big wooden scoop is for taking out matcha from bag to canister. And the “vase with a hole” is the whisk holder, where the matcha whisk placed for.
How do I use all these items? There is no instructions included with the Matcha Whisky set. What is the big wooden scoop for? What is the vase with a hole in the bottom for?