"Shin" Purple Bamboo Chasen – Handcrafted Matcha Whisk

The Shin is not just a matcha whisk. It's a hand-forged instrument shaped by centuries of craftsmanship.

Carved from rare, aged purple bamboo (zizhu), the Shin chasen develops a rich, dark patina that deepens with every use. Its 72 precision-split tines fan out to break up matcha powder with exceptional efficiency, producing a silky, lump-free bowl with a thick, even froth that flat whisks and machine frothers simply can't replicate.

What sets the Shin apart:

• Rare purple bamboo: denser and more durable than standard white bamboo, it holds its shape longer and resists splaying
• 72 elegantly curved tines: more contact points mean faster, more thorough whisking with less effort
• Refined, narrow handle for improved grip: Compared to most chasens on the market, the "Shin" features a slimmer handle, making it easy to whisk vigorougly and achieve a smooth matcha with fine microfoam
• Engraved squirrel handle: brut tea's signature mark, laser-engraved on the handle

Whether you're preparing usucha (thin matcha) or koicha (thick matcha), the Shin performs with the precision and luxurious feel of a professional-grade chasen. It's equally at home as part of a full matcha whisk set or as a standalone upgrade to your morning ritual.

Care instructions

Before your first use: 

Soak the tines in warm water for 5 minutes.

How to care for your chasen:

Soak the tines in warm water for 30 seconds before use to soften the bamboo.

Rinse gently after each each use.

Do not submerge the handle.

Store upright on a whisk stand to preserve the tine shape.

Handcrafted in the tradition the historic chasen-making region of Anji, Zhejiang.