A Kusenaoshi is a stand designed to hold a matcha whisk (chasen), it helps maintain the shape of the whisk’s tines for longer and allows it to air dry. While not strictly necessary the kusenaoshi is worth the investment just to have a secure place to store your chasen if nothing else. The whisks pictured in photographs are not included.

Some notes on this product:

• This is made of porcelain
• This was manufactured in China.
• This comes in black, pale blue, and pale green but availability of individual colours may vary.
• There may be very minor blemishes or defects on your product (such as a small black speck) this is due to manufacturing variances.
• Before using for the first time rinse with hot water to wash-off any residue left-over from manufacturing or packaging.
• Though not really necessary, to clean, rinse with hot water (boiling water is ideal), and dry quickly with a thick tea towel. Wash shortly after use to avoid any stains (but if there are stains you can easily scrub them out).