Matcha bamboo spoon

This is a chashaku (茶杓), a traditional Japanese bamboo scoop used in the art of chanoyu, or the tea ceremony. Hand-carved and gently curved, its elegant form is designed for measuring and dispensing matcha powder into a chawan (tea bowl) with precision and grace. The warm, natural tone of the bamboo complements the aesthetics of wabi-sabi, embracing simplicity and the beauty of imperfection.

In the ritual of matcha preparation, the chashaku embodies mindfulness—each motion intentional, each scoop a quiet moment of harmony. The gentle curve at the tip ensures just the right amount of finely milled matcha is gathered, honoring centuries-old traditions passed down through the practice of tea.

Written by Sven