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Ships in 1 to 2 business days from Costa Mesa, CA. Order by \u003cstrong\u003eWednesday, June 17 by 2 PM PT\u003c\/strong\u003e for Father's Day Saturday landing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FD-MICROCOPY-END-2026-05-23 --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the five minutes between waking up and the first email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~80 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix-week in-house tested\u003c\/strong\u003e with a panel of three baristas, two home users, and one tea ceremony instructor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk you'll keep for 8–12 months of daily use, paired with a bowl that earns its place on your counter. Designed and tested in California; ships from the United States in 2–3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA matcha whisk set is the minimum kit needed to prepare matcha in the traditional Japanese way. It includes a bamboo whisk (chasen) for foaming the matcha, a wide ceramic bowl (chawan) for whisking, and usually a bamboo scoop (chashaku) for measuring. Strabella's set includes the chasen and chawan; the chashaku is sold in our complete kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~80 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare instructions card — first soak, daily rinse, drying, storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on a chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape — sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplace\u003c\/strong\u003e when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional matcha (usucha or koicha), yes — a bamboo chasen creates the fine foam and emulsion that defines authentic matcha. A regular kitchen whisk leaves clumps and produces a watery cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a bamboo matcha whisk last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bamboo whisk lasts 8–12 months of daily use, or 18–24 months of weekly use. Replace it when prongs splay outward, stop springing back, or when 3+ prongs break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a regular kitchen whisk for matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but the result is noticeably worse — clumpy texture, no foam, and a watery flavor. The thin prongs of a chasen create thousands of tiny air pockets that a metal whisk cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse under warm running water immediately after use, gently swishing the prongs. Never use soap, hot water, or a dishwasher. Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder or upright in a clean spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and prevents breakage during your first whisk. Skip this step and you'll likely lose 1–2 prongs in week one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects, run by Lisa in Newport Beach. We test every product through six weeks of in-house use before it ships. We're not the cheapest. We're not the loudest. We're the one you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — typically 2–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day return policy on all unused items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS customer support: hello@strabella.org\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e]]\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/starbucks-matcha-vs-homemade\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eStarbucks matcha vs homemade — the math\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-clean-and-use-a-matcha-whisk-complete-care-guide\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eHow to use \u0026amp; clean a matcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/matcha-whisk-vs-electric-frother-which-creates-better-tea\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBamboo whisk vs electric frother\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-beginner-matcha-kit\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBest beginner matcha kit (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/why-matcha-tastes-bitter\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eWhy your matcha tastes bitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ_ADDED_2026-05-14 --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The bamboo whisk plus the included sifter fix the two problems most beginners hit on day one: clumps and bitterness. Sift, water at 170°F, M-motion. That's the whole technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with warm water after each use. Dry tines-up in the holder (never lay flat). Never dishwasher. With daily use, the chasen lasts 6–12 months before the tines wear — then replace just the whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- GIFT-GUIDE-LINKS-2026-05-30 --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2.5rem; padding-top: 1.5rem; border-top: 1px solid #eadfc8; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-style: italic; color: #7a8c74; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.65; text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for this as a gift? Featured in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-birthday-gift\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eBirthday Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-gift-for-her\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eGifts for Her\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Strabella-Home","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44258705604707,"sku":"sku-48288245055703","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":44258705506403,"sku":"sku-47037132964055","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":44258705539171,"sku":"sku-48288245088471","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":44258705571939,"sku":"sku-47037132931287","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/0113\/0851\/files\/IMG_6023_1.jpg?v=1781480960"},{"product_id":"navy-dish-drying-mat-super-absorbent-non-slip-strabella","title":"Navy Dish Drying Mat — Super Absorbent, Non-Slip | Strabella","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Strabella Navy Blue Dish Drying Mat\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep, rich blue that doesn't show every water spot. Super-absorbent microfiber surface, non-slip rubber back, machine washable. Designed for the \u003cstrong\u003edish drying mat for kitchen counter\u003c\/strong\u003e crowd that wants protection without sacrificing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy navy blue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack shows lint. White shows everything. Navy is the forgiving middle ground — hides water marks, complements any kitchen, and reads \"premium\" without being loud. It's the #1 requested color in our feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 × 24 inches (fits most counter setups)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top-layer microfiber, middle sponge core, rubber non-slip back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsorbency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds 5× its weight in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep navy blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machine cold, line dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3-layer engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrofiber top\u003c\/strong\u003e — soft, quick-drying, gentle on delicate glassware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponge core\u003c\/strong\u003e — traps water so it doesn't pool on your counter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubber non-slip back\u003c\/strong\u003e — stays put even when loaded with wet dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this beats a kitchen towel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA towel gets wet, stays wet, and breeds bacteria within 24 hours. This \u003cstrong\u003eblue dish drying mat\u003c\/strong\u003e wicks water away from dishes, stays flat, and goes in the washing machine when dirty. Most customers rotate two — one in use, one in the wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dish-drying-racks\"\u003edish drying rack\u003c\/a\u003e on top. The rack holds the dishes; the mat catches the drip. Together they keep your counter dry without thinking about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the navy color fade in the wash?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. We use reactive dyes that bond to the fiber. Cold-water wash preserves color indefinitely. Customers who've had theirs 2+ years report same shade as day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this go in the dryer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLine-dry is best — heat can degrade the rubber backing over time. If you must use a dryer, use low heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the large dish drying mat size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n18×24 inches is our medium-large size — ideal for single-sink setups. For families of 5+, consider pairing with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dish-drying-racks\"\u003e2-tier dish drying rack\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is microfiber better than cotton?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMicrofiber fibers are 1\/100 the thickness of cotton — so one mat has exponentially more surface area, which means faster absorption and faster drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it smell when it gets wet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot unless you leave it wet and folded. Drape it over the dish rack between uses to air-dry. 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