Rikyū Ceremonial Matcha Set

As Usucha:
STEP 1) Put 2g (0.4 US tsp, 1 teaspoon or 2 chashaku scoops) matcha powder into a tea bowl.
STEP 2) Pour 70 ml (2.37 fl oz) of 90℃ (194°F) water over the matcha powder.
STEP 3) Whisk with a chasen (tea whisk) until foamy.

As Koicha:
STEP 1) Put 4g (0.8 US tsp, 2 teaspoon or 4 chashaku scoops) matcha powder into a tea bowl.
STEP 2) Pour 30-40 ml (1-1.35 fl oz) of 80℃ (176°F) water over the matcha powder.
STEP 3) Gently mix with a chasen (tea whisk) until smooth.


❖ (Optional) Before Step 1, warm the tea bowl with hot water, then dry it to create the ideal temperature for preparing the best matcha.
❖ (Strongly recommended) Sift the matcha through a fine strainer to prevent clumping.
❖ (Recommended) Drink immediately after preparation, as matcha might become more bitter as it cools.
❖ (Strongly recommended) For best freshness, consume within one month of opening.

KURORAKU HACHIBIRAKI CHAWAN

Initiation
Initiate the tea bowl first! Let the bowl sit wholly immersed in cold or lukewarm water for a couple of minutes and then let it dry naturally. Matcha patina is natural for white clay, but by initiating the bowl properly, it will develop slower.

Cleaning
After using the tea bowl, rinse it with water. It is better to avoid dishwashing liquid, but you can use gentle, organic soap to clean your bowl. Never use bleach!
Avoid using a dishwasher or dryer!
Avoid placing it on hot surfaces like a stove, and never put it in the microwave or oven.
Only prepare matcha tea in it.


KUROCHIKU SHIN CHASEN KISEN

Initiation:
Before first use, let it sit in hot water for a few minutes.
Let it soak in warm water before every use to protect the tines from breaking.

Cleaning:
Rinse it carefully under running water. If needed, gently remove the remaining matcha stuck on the whisk. Do not soak the whisk in water.
Do not use dishwasher, dryer, or dish soap!

Storage:
Store it in a place with good ventilation and humidity not lower than 50%, preferably on a Kusenaoshi (whisk stand). If you don’t have a stand, keep it looking upwards. This way, the tines might “close up” and straighten out, but that can be fixed. Make it wet under running water and gently unfold the tines with your fingers. Never do this with a dry whisk as it would break.
Bamboo is a sensitive material. If the whisk is stored away in a too-warm or too-dry place, it might crack.

Lifespan:
The lifespan of a chasen depends on how it is handled and how frequently it is used. As soon as the tips of the tines start to break off, we recommend purchasing a new one.

SUSUDAKE CHASHAKU

Cleaning & Care
After use, a small amount of matcha powder may remain on the scoop. Gently wipe it clean using a dry cloth only. Bamboo is highly sensitive to moisture; using a wet cloth can cause water and matcha to seep into the material and damage it. Always keep the scoop dry.
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, as this may cause the bamboo to dry out or discolor.