Strabella Matcha Tea Set
Designed for a calmer daily matcha ritual — bamboo tools, ceramic pieces, and gift-ready presentation.
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The everyday matcha set — bamboo whisk and ceramic bowl, nothing more.
TL;DR
- Bamboo whisk + ceramic bowl — the simplest possible matcha kit.
- $45 — the most affordable real matcha set in our range.
- For someone who already has matcha powder and just needs the tools.
If you've been making matcha with a regular whisk in a coffee mug — and you've decided it's time to do it properly — this is the set. No frills, no extras, just the two pieces that make the biggest difference.
What's in the Set
- 1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, ~100 prongs
- 1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — wide-mouth design
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Whisk material | Madake bamboo, hand-cut |
| Bowl material | Stoneware ceramic |
| Best for | Beginners · gift on a budget · existing matcha drinkers upgrading tools |
| Whisk lifespan | 8–12 months daily use |
How to Use
- Soak the whisk in warm water for 5 minutes before first use.
- Sift 1.5g of matcha into the bowl.
- Add 80ml of 175°F / 80°C water.
- Whisk in M-motion for 15–20 seconds.
- Drink within 30 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this come with matcha powder?
No — this set is whisk + bowl only. If you'd like a complete kit including matcha powder, see our Complete Matcha Gift Set.
What's the difference between this and the Bamboo Matcha Whisk Set ($52.99)?
The $52.99 set has a hand-pinched chawan with a more refined finish; this $39.99 set has a simpler stoneware bowl. Both whisks are equivalent.
Why Strabella
Family-built since 2023, run by Lisa in Newport Beach, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects.
Shipping & Returns
- Ships from the United States — typically 2–3 business days
- Free US shipping on orders over $25
- 30-day returns on unused items
- 1× Bamboo Chasen — 100-prong restaurant-grade matcha whisk
- 1× Ceramic Chawan — hand-crafted bowl with pour spout
- 1× Bamboo Chashaku — traditional matcha scoop
- 1× Whisk Holder (Kusenaoshi) — keeps chasen in perfect shape
- 1× Strabella Gift Box — premium packaging, ready to gift
- 1× Care & Recipe Guide — 12-page booklet
Free standard shipping on U.S. orders $25+. Ships within 1 business day. Standard 3-5 days, express 2-day available at checkout. 30-day returns, no questions asked.
Rinse whisk immediately after use. Never leave in water. Air dry on whisk holder. Hand wash bowl with mild soap — do not microwave or dishwasher. Store in cool dry place.
1-year Limited warranty against defects. 30-day Limited returns. If anything breaks or disappoints, we'll replace or refund — guaranteed.
Why people keep this one
We put our matcha set side-by-side with the bestsellers shoppers actually search. Here's where the difference shows up.
| Feature | Strabella Home & Kitchen Set | MatchaDNA Kit | W&P Matcha Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chasen whisk holder | ✅ Included — preserves shape | ❌ Not included | ❌ Not included |
| Traditional chasen | ✅ Hand-cut bamboo, 100-prong | ✅ Machine-cut (~64 prong) | ✅ 80-prong |
| Chawan (matcha bowl) | ✅ Handcrafted ceramic | Mass-produced ceramic | ⚠️ Small ceramic cup |
| Chashaku (bamboo scoop) | ✅ Hand-carved bamboo | ✅ Included | ✅ Included |
| Sifter included | ✅ Stainless mesh — no lumps | ❌ Sold separately | ❌ Not included |
| Gift-ready packaging | ✅ Gift box + care card | ⚠️ Plain cardboard | ✅ Branded box |
| Complete 5-piece starter kit | ✅ Whisk + holder + scoop + sifter + bowl | 3 pieces | 4 pieces |
Heads up: We sell the matcha powder separately — use your favorite or pair ours. Opened matcha powder is non-returnable for hygiene reasons.
The story behind the product
Strabella Matcha Tea Set
Chawan, whisk, scoop, and holder — everything for the ceremony, nothing that doesn't belong
Considered curation
Four Tools That Work as a System, Not Four Things in a Box
We assembled this set with a specific principle: every piece should serve the preparation rather than padding a product listing. The chawan (bowl), the chasen (bamboo whisk), the chashaku (bamboo scoop), and the chasen holder are the four tools that the preparation of ceremonial matcha actually requires. Nothing decorative, nothing redundant. The holder matters more than people expect — resting a wet chasen on its tines destroys the shape over time; the holder lets it dry upright and preserves the tine geometry.
Gift-ready packaging
The Set Ships in Box Packaging Designed to Go Directly Under a Tree
The packaging for this set was designed with gifting in mind. Each piece is individually nested; the box opens like a presentation rather than a shipping container. We made this decision because the first thing someone does with a gift they love is look at it — and if the unboxing is an experience in itself, that reflects well on the person who sent it. The care guide and origin notes for the chasen are included in the box as a small printed card, not a URL to a help page.
Real daily use
The Set That Goes From Gift Box to Counter Fixture
The mark of a well-chosen set is that it doesn't get used once and put away. This one tends to migrate quickly from the gift box to a permanent spot on the counter near the kettle, which is where a matcha practice actually takes hold. The chasen holder does double duty as a display stand; the chawan and scoop live on the counter because they need to be accessible for a practice that works best when the friction to starting it is near zero. Setup time for a session: under a minute.
From Lisa
The Set That Represents What Strabella Is Trying to Do
When people ask me what Strabella is about in a sentence, I say it's about making space for the small rituals — the morning coffee, the evening tea, the dinner that's more than fuel. This matcha set is that idea in a box: four tools that invite you to slow down for ten minutes and make something with care. If someone you love doesn't yet have a matcha practice, this is a generous place to start. — Lisa
See It In Action
In everyday use
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