Matcha spoon Chashaku made of white bamboo

A Chashaku is a specially shaped bamboo spoon for measuring out matcha powder and is part of every traditional Japanese tea ceremony. It is carved from bamboo and bent into its characteristic spoon shape by hand using steam and a lot of patience. Unlike a metal spoon, a Chashaku made of bamboo does not build up static. This means that the matcha powder slides almost completely from the spoon into the matcha bowl.

As long as the bamboo spoon does not get wet, it can be easily wiped with a clean and dry cloth after use. However, if the Chashaku gets wet and dirty, it should be rinsed under clear running water without detergent, wiped with a cotton cloth and then air dried. This prevents the matcha powder from sticking to the bamboo spoon.