TAKAYAMA CHASEN 100 高山茶筅 百本立
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TAKAYAMA CHASEN 100 高山茶筅 百本立
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Chosen and passed to us by masters of the way of tea.
Entrusted to NAKAI by a distinguished tea ceremony family, this chasen is more than a tool. It is handmade in Takayama-cho, Ikoma, Nara, the birthplace of the chasen, where about 90% of Japan’s tea whisks have been made for over 500 years.
Why this chasen
About 100 fine tines draw air gently into the bowl for a smooth, creamy foam: the ideal whisk for usucha, thin tea at its most elegant. All eight stages of the process are done entirely by hand. The craft was designated a Traditional Craft of Japan in 1975, and its techniques have been handed down since the Muromachi period.
How to use
- Before first use: soak the tines in warm water for 1–2 minutes to soften the bamboo.
- Whisking: hold the chasen upright with a relaxed grip and whisk briskly in an “M” or “W” motion, not in circles, until a fine, even froth appears (15–20 seconds).
- After use: rinse under warm running water without soap, and store it on a whisk holder (kusenaoshi) to keep the tines in shape.
Details
| Type | 100-prong (百本立) |
| Material | Natural bamboo |
| Origin | Takayama-cho, Ikoma, Nara, Japan |
| Craft | Handmade, eight stages entirely by hand |
| Best for | Usucha (thin tea), daily matcha |
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Terroir & Tasting notes
Terroir
ORIGIN・土地
volcanic soil/mist/depth/luminous green
— From the mist-covered highlands of Kirishima, Okumidori draws profound umami and a vivid green hue from mineral-rich volcanic earth. From the abundant spring water and soft breezes of Uji, Saemidori gains its elegant aroma and smooth finish. Where these two terroirs meet, depth and brightness coexist in perfect accord.
CULTIVAR · 品種
— Okumidori / Saemidori
四 is a balanced blend guided by the intuition of a three-time champion of the National Tea Appraisal Competition. Its composition—70% Kirishima, 30% Uji—reflects his craft in harmonizing the purest expressions of each terroir.
- Okumidori offers profound umami, depth, and luminous green clarity
- Saemidori imparts refined aroma, brightness, and a smooth, elegant finish
ROASTING · 火入れ
— gentle roasting / polish / clarity / craftsmanship
Hiire is the fire that awakens fragrance, polishes sweetness, and brings the blend into serene balance. This critical step is performed by artisans with decades of experience, defining aroma, depth, and finish.
Tasting Notes
Dark chocolate and roasted nuts open with raw strength, layered with forest wood and wild berries, and settle into a velvet finish that grounds the body.
Top : Dark chocolate & roasted nuts — bold, smooth, immediate
Mid : Forest wood & wild berries — Kagoshima earth meets Uji precision
Finish : Structural velvet body — rooted, posture-setting, lasting
Umami ●●●●● Body ●●●●● Sweetness ●●●○○ Bitterness ●●○○○
Serving Suggestions
Iced Matcha Americano
- Place 2g of matcha into a tea bowl.
- Pour 30ml of hot water at 70°C (158°F) and whisk until frothy.
- Pour into a glass filled with ice.
- Add 100–140ml of cold water and stir gently.
Hot Matcha Americano
- Place 2g of matcha into a tea bowl.
- Pour 20ml of hot water at 60°C (140°F) and whisk until smooth.
- Add 100–140ml of hot water at 80°C (176°F) and stir gently.
Brewing Guide
For extra sweetness and umami, whisk with water below 60°C (140°F). Lower temperature reveals a smoother, gentler flavor.
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