Vibrant green Ippodo matcha powder being sifted through Chakoshi tea strainer with Chashaku bamboo tea ladel

Chakoshi (Tea Strainer) Pointers

Follow these steps to sift matcha powder with your tea strainer for a smooth drinking experience. Clumps naturally develop in matcha powder and the clumps will not dissolve even if you pour hot water on them. This is why sifting matcha powder in advance makes it easier to prepare.
1. Scoop
Place the desired amount of matcha powder in a dry tea strainer.
Top view of vibrant green Ippodo matcha powder being sifted through Chakoshi tea strainer with Chashaku bamboo tea ladel
Top view of vibrant green Ippodo matcha powder being sifted through Chakoshi tea strainer with Chashaku bamboo tea ladel
Chakoshi (Tea Strainer) Pointers
1. Scoop
Place the desired amount of matcha powder in a dry tea strainer.
2. Sift
Sift the powder by scraping it through the mesh with your chashaku (tea ladle) or spoon.
Vibrant green Ippodo matcha powder being sifted through Chakoshi tea strainer with Chashaku bamboo tea ladel
Vibrant green Ippodo matcha powder being sifted through Chakoshi tea strainer with Chashaku bamboo tea ladel
Chakoshi (Tea Strainer) Pointers
2. Sift
Sift the powder by scraping it through the mesh with your chashaku (tea ladle) or spoon.

Utensils using these instructions

Stainless steel Chakoshi tea strainer with Ippodo Tea logo seal embossed on handle nestled in protective receiving bowl
Tea Strainer (Chakoshi)
For Sifting
$29
Subscribe to our newsletter for more interesting content on Japanese tea.