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Chashaku – Bamboo Spoon
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Description
Known in Japan as a chashaku, the bamboo spoon is an important element in the world of tea ceremony, often considered a cherished object that embodies the Japanese aesthetic sensibility. A chashaku has a slender shape, with its tip crafted into a shallow spoon-like form for scooping matcha powder into a tea bowl. This one is hand-carved by skilled artisans from a single piece of bamboo.
Stockist
AGOBAY Showroom ZurichTea masters and craftsmen sometimes give a special name to a chashaku: mei. This practice signifies that the chashaku is not merely a tool but a symbol of the spirit of chanoyu, or ‘the way of tea’. The presence of a chashaku with a deeply meaningful name conveys that it is not just a practical utensil but also a work of art that embodies spiritual expression.
The process of making a bamboo spoon involves four steps. First, selecting bamboo that has been dried for at least three years. Second, softening the bamboo with hot water or fire to bend the scoop portion. Third, carving and shaping it for comfortable handling. And fourth, polishing and adjusting the texture for the final touch. When preparing matcha using a chashaku, it is common to use two heaped scoops for usucha (thin tea) and three heaped scoops for koicha (thick tea).
Bamboo
After use, gently rinse the chashaku with warm water, avoiding detergent, to maintain its natural beauty and quality. Ensure it is thoroughly dried before storing it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
As our objects are crafted in small batches and often made to order by our artisans, we regretfully do not accept any returns.
