Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 13 minutes ago
today we’re learning all about the chasen, aka the matcha whisk! 🍵 i’m sharing my research & knowledge on the common types of whisks, what i look for in a good chasen, my favorite one, how to care for them, and how to use them. enjoy! ✨
FAVORITE:
• Zenkyu Matcha chasen: go.shopmy.us/p-45414805 (use "MISHERU10" for 10% off on matcha or hojicha)
KOICHA CHASEN:
• Hatoya: site is currently down - will update later!
STANDARD CHASEN:
• Amazon chasen: amzn.to/4h2sTcR
• Nami Matcha star charm chasen: go.shopmy.us/p-86510873 (use “MICHELLE15” for 15% off 1st order)
SHIN CHASEN:
• Little Foot Matcha: go.shopmy.us/p-86510787
• Ode Ritual: go.shopmy.us/p-86510731
• Astrid Tea: go.shopmy.us/p-86510541 (use “MICHELLE” for 5% off)
RESIN CHASEN:
• Suitendo resin whisk (Amazon): amzn.to/4gU08if
• Suitendo resin whisk (direct): go.shopmy.us/p-86512231 (use “MICHELLEKANEMITSU” for 10% off)
TOOLS:
• Amazon chasen stand: amzn.to/4rgePQq
• David’s Tea glass chawan: go.shopmy.us/p-69456425
VIDEOS MENTIONED:
• testing Daiso’s chasen: youtube.com/shorts/Wv1jUNky5NA
• testing a resin vs. bamboo chasen: youtube.com/shorts/--4XuTZaPGU
• how to clean your chasen: youtube.com/watch?v=hnh_xDOxnzE
• how chasen are made - SUIGENKYO: youtube.com/watch?v=Ezn3VMDwRic
VIDEOS USING AMAZON CHASEN:
• youtube.com/shorts/1VqXsHp1bT8
• youtube.com/shorts/-Za44q1tSbM
• youtube.com/shorts/bGFpQh_w8XQ
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES:
• Tezumi - A Guide to Chasen: tezumi.com/blogs/tezumi-insights/a-guide-to-chasen?srsltid=AfmBOopg3zPYzKPrfH_Hfgpg12GimXaBrabYmC1G2J3chrS6hKJzSsth
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other most used matcha tools:
★ glass double-walled chawan - david’s tea: bit.ly/4slhpDX
★ scale - maestri house: amzn.to/4gU1iXN
★ stainless steel matcha scoop - fellow: go.shopmy.us/p-45350358
★ chasen - zenkyu matcha: go.shopmy.us/p-45414805 (use "MISHERU10" for 10% off on matcha)
★ temperature controlled water kettle - fellow stagg ekg pro: go.shopmy.us/p-45350413
★ ice cube tray: go.shopmy.us/p-53657353
★ 11.8oz glass cup - ferrochef: amzn.to/4rUdgHd
★ short glass straws (6”): amzn.to/3PV2TVl
★ checkered tile coaster: go.shopmy.us/p-48797442
★ matcha station cart - yamazaki home: go.shopmy.us/p-23752804
★ matcha station 2-tier rack - yamazaki home: go.shopmy.us/p-59882463
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0:00 welcome!
0:33 chu-araho / oaraho (koicha chasen)
1:26 standard chasen
2:18 shin chasen
4:22 resin chasen
5:35 chasen discussion: my favorite, history, prices
7:05 how a bamboo chasen is made
8:55 when to replace your chasen
9:31 chasen stands
10:48 chasen-chawan compatibility
11:56 note for beginners
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Equipment & Software:
▻ Nikon Z30 + 16-50mm 3.5 lens: amzn.to/3SSgKO2
▻ DJI Osmo Pocket 3: amzn.to/3WUznA6
▻ DJI Osmo Action 4: amzn.to/49tlUFS
▻ DJI Mic 3: amzn.to/4wE3Mm9
▻ Editor: Final Cut Pro
▻ Music: Epidemic Sound (free trial) - share.epidemicsound.com/oa9zsf
Connect with me:
✰ Email (for sponsorships & UGC): michellekanemitsu@gmail.com
✰ Instagram: instagram.com/misheru
✰ TikTok: tiktok.com/@miiisheru
✰ Pinterest: pinterest.com/michellekanemitsu
✰ Shop my small jewelry business (Bijoux Komorebi): bijouxkomorebi.com
I’m Michelle—born and raised on Oahu, Hawaii and currently residing in San Francisco, California! I love sharing my experiences on matcha, intentional living, and all of life’s little moments. I hope you’ll stick around! ♥︎
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FTC disclosure: This video is not sponsored. Products were gifted but all opinions are my own. Links above may be affiliate, which I earn a small commission from.
today we’re learning all about the chasen, aka the matcha whisk! 🍵 i’m sharing my research & knowledge on the common types of whisks, what i look for in a good chasen, my favorite one, how to care for them, and how to use them. enjoy! ✨
FAVORITE:
• Zenkyu Matcha chasen: go.shopmy.us/p-45414805 (use "MISHERU10" for 10% off on matcha or hojicha)
KOICHA CHASEN:
• Hatoya: site is currently down - will update later!
STANDARD CHASEN:
• Amazon chasen: amzn.to/4h2sTcR
• Nami Matcha star charm chasen: go.shopmy.us/p-86510873 (use “MICHELLE15” for 15% off 1st order)
SHIN CHASEN:
• Little Foot Matcha: go.shopmy.us/p-86510787
• Ode Ritual: go.shopmy.us/p-86510731
• Astrid Tea: go.shopmy.us/p-86510541 (use “MICHELLE” for 5% off)
RESIN CHASEN:
• Suitendo resin whisk (Amazon): amzn.to/4gU08if
• Suitendo resin whisk (direct): go.shopmy.us/p-86512231 (use “MICHELLEKANEMITSU” for 10% off)
TOOLS:
• Amazon chasen stand: amzn.to/4rgePQq
• David’s Tea glass chawan: go.shopmy.us/p-69456425
VIDEOS MENTIONED:
• testing Daiso’s chasen: youtube.com/shorts/Wv1jUNky5NA
• testing a resin vs. bamboo chasen: youtube.com/shorts/--4XuTZaPGU
• how to clean your chasen: youtube.com/watch?v=hnh_xDOxnzE
• how chasen are made - SUIGENKYO: youtube.com/watch?v=Ezn3VMDwRic
VIDEOS USING AMAZON CHASEN:
• youtube.com/shorts/1VqXsHp1bT8
• youtube.com/shorts/-Za44q1tSbM
• youtube.com/shorts/bGFpQh_w8XQ
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES:
• Tezumi - A Guide to Chasen: tezumi.com/blogs/tezumi-insights/a-guide-to-chasen?srsltid=AfmBOopg3zPYzKPrfH_Hfgpg12GimXaBrabYmC1G2J3chrS6hKJzSsth
· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·
other most used matcha tools:
★ glass double-walled chawan - david’s tea: bit.ly/4slhpDX
★ scale - maestri house: amzn.to/4gU1iXN
★ stainless steel matcha scoop - fellow: go.shopmy.us/p-45350358
★ chasen - zenkyu matcha: go.shopmy.us/p-45414805 (use "MISHERU10" for 10% off on matcha)
★ temperature controlled water kettle - fellow stagg ekg pro: go.shopmy.us/p-45350413
★ ice cube tray: go.shopmy.us/p-53657353
★ 11.8oz glass cup - ferrochef: amzn.to/4rUdgHd
★ short glass straws (6”): amzn.to/3PV2TVl
★ checkered tile coaster: go.shopmy.us/p-48797442
★ matcha station cart - yamazaki home: go.shopmy.us/p-23752804
★ matcha station 2-tier rack - yamazaki home: go.shopmy.us/p-59882463
· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·
0:00 welcome!
0:33 chu-araho / oaraho (koicha chasen)
1:26 standard chasen
2:18 shin chasen
4:22 resin chasen
5:35 chasen discussion: my favorite, history, prices
7:05 how a bamboo chasen is made
8:55 when to replace your chasen
9:31 chasen stands
10:48 chasen-chawan compatibility
11:56 note for beginners
· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·
Equipment & Software:
▻ Nikon Z30 + 16-50mm 3.5 lens: amzn.to/3SSgKO2
▻ DJI Osmo Pocket 3: amzn.to/3WUznA6
▻ DJI Osmo Action 4: amzn.to/49tlUFS
▻ DJI Mic 3: amzn.to/4wE3Mm9
▻ Editor: Final Cut Pro
▻ Music: Epidemic Sound (free trial) - share.epidemicsound.com/oa9zsf
Connect with me:
✰ Email (for sponsorships & UGC): michellekanemitsu@gmail.com
✰ Instagram: instagram.com/misheru
✰ TikTok: tiktok.com/@miiisheru
✰ Pinterest: pinterest.com/michellekanemitsu
✰ Shop my small jewelry business (Bijoux Komorebi): bijouxkomorebi.com
I’m Michelle—born and raised on Oahu, Hawaii and currently residing in San Francisco, California! I love sharing my experiences on matcha, intentional living, and all of life’s little moments. I hope you’ll stick around! ♥︎
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FTC disclosure: This video is not sponsored. Products were gifted but all opinions are my own. Links above may be affiliate, which I earn a small commission from.
