A traditional Takayama Chasen “Tsuneho” (常穂), handcrafted in Takayama, Nara Prefecture — a region long celebrated as the historic home of Japanese tea whisk artisanship.
Made from natural bamboo, this whisk features a slightly slimmer profile and smooth flexibility, offering a balanced, responsive feel during whisking.
The Tsuneho style is considered the standard configuration, designed for versatility and ease of handling. Its softer, more agile prongs are especially well suited for preparing Usucha (thin matcha), creating fine, creamy foam with minimal effort.
Key Features
• Tsuneho (常穂) standard style: balanced prong structure with refined, slender bamboo profile
• Approx. 64 outer prongs / 128 total prongs: smooth whisking action
• Excellent for Usucha: produces delicate, even foam
• Slim, agile handling: slightly finer bamboo compared to denser whisk styles
Best For
• Preparing Usucha (thin matcha)
• Daily matcha practice
• Tea ceremony beginners and enthusiasts
• Those who prefer a lighter, more flexible whisking feel
Performance
• Usucha (薄茶): ◎ Highly suitable
• Koicha (濃茶): △ Less suitable (softer prongs are not optimized for thick tea)
If you prefer a firmer resistance or thicker handle, an 80-prong style (八十本立) may be more appropriate.
Product Details
• Origin: Japan (Takayama, Nara Prefecture)
• Material: Natural Bamboo
• Style: Tsuneho (常穂)
• Structure: Approx. 64 outer prongs / 128 total prongs
Condition & Inspection Note
This chasen is brand new.
For quality inspection and product photography, the whisk was carefully removed once from its original packaging. During this process, a small portion of the internal paper insert was slightly torn.
• The whisk itself is completely unaffected
• Condition and performance are perfect
• Outer box remains clean and presentable
Please refer to product images for details.
Notes
Each chasen is crafted from natural bamboo. Subtle variations in color, grain, and prong shape are normal and reflect the character of the material and handmade process.
