A chashaku is a slender bamboo utensil used to scoop matcha from a tea container and transfer it into a tea bowl.
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of the chashaku and carve your own from organic bamboo sourced from a specialist bamboo supplier in Japan.
Although a chashaku may look simple, its curve, thickness, balance, and the natural character of the bamboo all shape its appearance and how it feels in the hand. Create a one-of-a-kind chashaku shaped to your own preferences.
No previous woodworking or tea ceremony experience is required. All necessary materials and tools will be provided. You will take your finished chashaku home, ready to use when preparing matcha.

Kintsugica is a Toronto-based studio specializing in kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with natural materials and real gold. We offer professional restoration services, classes, workshops, and cultural programs, sharing the techniques, craftsmanship, and cultural background of kintsugi.