History of Takayama Chasen- Tea Whisk
Takayama, located in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, is not only the sole producer of tea whisks in Japan but also holds the largest share of global production. So why did...
Takayama Chasen: A 500-Year Tradition
Bamboo whisks made specifically for matcha, or takayama chasen, were created in Ikoma Takayama, Nara Prefecture along with the tea ceremony. Both have a rich history of about 500 years....