The matcha tools journal
Clear, hands-on guides to the tools of the matcha ritual — from the bamboo chasen to a full matcha kit. We sell accessories only, so everything here is about getting more from the matcha you already have.
Start here: complete guides
Two cornerstone guides that map every topic below.
Chasen, 100 tines or electric: how each whisk type works and what it is for
Bamboo chasen, 100-tine or electric whisk: what a chasen is, 80 vs 100 tines, electric whisks, technique, care and how to choose. A practical guide by Léo Matcha.
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Building your matcha ritual: starter sets, ceremony sets and every accessory explained
What's in a matcha kit, starter vs ceremony sets, bowls, scoops, sifters, holders and glasses, how to choose and how to use it. The complete Léo Matcha guide.
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Bamboo chasen, 100-tine and electric whisks: choosing, using and caring for them.
What is a chasen? The bamboo matcha whisk explained
What a chasen is, how a bamboo matcha whisk is made, its parts (tines, knot, handle), bamboo types and how to recognise a well-made one.
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80 vs 100 tine matcha whisk: which one to choose
80-tine or 100-tine bamboo matcha whisk? How tine count changes foam, speed, durability and which chasen suits usucha, lattes and beginners.
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The electric matcha whisk: a practical guide
How to use an electric matcha whisk: dosing, water, angle, timing, lattes and iced matcha, charging and cleaning. A practical USB-C whisk guide.
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Bamboo vs electric matcha whisk: an honest comparison
Bamboo chasen or electric matcha whisk? We compare foam texture, speed, lattes, care, lifespan and price to help you pick the right one — or both.
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How to whisk matcha (and fix the usual mistakes)
How to whisk matcha with a bamboo chasen: water temperature, the M/W zigzag motion, timing, and how to fix lumps, big bubbles and bitterness.
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How to clean, dry and store a bamboo matcha whisk
How to clean a bamboo matcha whisk without damaging it: rinse, dry, store, avoid mould and broken tines, and know when to replace your chasen.
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Why a whisk holder (kusenaoshi) matters
What a kusenaoshi is, why a matcha whisk holder keeps your chasen in shape, prevents mould and broken tines, and how to choose and use one.
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How to choose a matcha whisk: a buying guide
Buying a matcha whisk? Four questions to pick between a classic chasen, a 100-tine whisk and an electric one, plus the quality signs to check before you buy.
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Matcha whisk FAQ: your questions, answered
Soaking, first use, lifespan, broken tines, mould, metal whisks, milk frothers: clear answers to the questions people ask most about matcha whisks.
Read the guide →Matcha kit & accessories
Bowls, scoops, sifters, holders, glasses and complete sets.
What's in a matcha kit? Each piece, explained
Whisk, bowl, scoop, sifter, holder: what a matcha kit contains, what each tool does, which pieces are essential and which are nice to have.
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Starter vs ceremony matcha kit: which one is right for you
Starter or ceremony matcha kit? What each set contains, who it suits, lattes and sharing, and when the upgrade to a 7-piece ceremony set is worth it.
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How to choose a matcha kit: a buying guide
Buying a matcha kit? How to judge the whisk, bowl size, materials, number of pieces and budget, plus the red flags that signal a low-quality set.
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The matcha bowl (chawan): how to choose one that works
What makes a good matcha bowl: width, flat bottom, wall height, glaze and weight, spouted vs classic chawan, and how to care for ceramic.
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How to choose a glass for iced matcha and lattes
How to choose a matcha glass: borosilicate vs regular glass, capacity, lid and straw, cleaning, and which size suits iced matcha lattes.
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The chashaku: how to use a bamboo matcha scoop
What a chashaku is, how much matcha one scoop holds, how to dose for usucha, koicha and lattes, and how to care for a bamboo matcha scoop.
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The matcha sifter: why ten seconds of sifting fixes lumpy matcha
Why matcha clumps, how a fine-mesh sifter fixes gritty matcha in ten seconds, how to sift properly, and how to clean a stainless steel matcha sieve.
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Choosing a matcha gift: which set for which person
How to choose a matcha gift: which accessory set suits a beginner, a latte lover or an enthusiast, what to add, and what to avoid in a matcha gift set.
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Matcha kit FAQ: practical answers
Answers about matcha kits: first use, washing each piece, dishwasher, replacing the whisk, lattes, travel, gifting and why our kits contain no tea.
Read the guide →Preparation & ritual
Putting the tools to work, day after day.
How to make matcha at home with the right tools
Make matcha at home step by step with a complete kit: warming the bowl, sifting, dosing with a chashaku, water temperature, whisking and cleaning up.
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Iced matcha latte in a matcha glass: tools and method
How to make an iced matcha latte with layers: whisking a cold shot, choosing milk and glass, pouring for the green cascade, and the tools that make it easy.
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How to build a daily matcha station at home
Set up a home matcha station: where to put it, which tools to keep out, a tray layout, storage, hygiene and a 3-minute morning routine.
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Matcha accessories glossary: the words, explained
A clear glossary of matcha accessory terms: chasen, chawan, chashaku, kusenaoshi, katakuchi, natsume, usucha, koicha and more, with what each one is for.
Read the guide →Léo Matcha sells matcha accessories only — no matcha tea or powder. Use the matcha you already love.