Well worth buying. You can inspect and transfer the leaves in a way not possible with a teaspoon or tablespoon. I bought a second one for work because they are functional and pleasant to hold. Metal doesn't quite feel right when dealing with tea and ceramics. Wood feels...(more)

This is a very pretty bowl. Haha. Actually, I bought it after the fantastic experience I had with another line by Kagetsu Kiln, two Yunomi called Kaki-yu and Gohonde. I was enthralled with the lightness of the latter and the shape and feel of the former. In this chawan ...(more)

I just brewed this to completion. Wow. This is a very reasonably priced item, considering the quality. I am working up through the various grades of sencha offered by this company and went with this most recently. 40g is a good amount when you think about how quickly hi...(more)

These are beautiful cups that epitomise the idea of functional art when it comes to teaware. They feel nice to hold, and although I bought the set primarily for MOMIJI, it's nice to drink HOUJICHA from TSUBAKI and enjoy a change of mood from, say, organic Sencha in the ...(more)

I will keep this short, as I am mindful that readers are often short of time. If you are drinking any type of Matcha, including entry-level HOUSE MATCHA from HIBIKI-AN, the taste and feel of the tea will be improved by KURO RAKU. There is really nothing more to it than ...(more)

There are numerous ways to use these canisters. Here are some that I have employed. 1. Canister for Matcha. Using these as intended works admirably. I've been keeping some HOUSE MATCHA in one and its taste has not changed noticeably. I'd say they work as effectively ...(more)

This is one of several elements that combine to make a perfect Matcha experience. I was previously using a tea strainer (dry, of course) with a CHASHAKU to sift Matcha. When I graduated to this piece of equipment, and using KURO RAKU, I found there to be an incredible d...(more)

If you are devoted to drinking Matcha regularly, or to making the most of the moments you do drink it, this CHASHAKU should be part of your inventory. I have both CHASHAKU offered by this company, and in comparing the two, this one is definitely of finer construction an...(more)

Works as advertised! People may think you're some kind of expert if they see you using it. Allow them to retain this belief by using it as much as possible.

This is a great set if you're contemplating MATCHA. I've progressed to purchasing a higher-grade set from HIBIKI-AN but will retain this kit as my secondary/work gear. If you just want to have some MATCHA, go for it. It will help you to appreciate the more refined produ...(more)