If you've been curious about resin chasen but weren't sure
whether to make the switch, you're not alone. The question
everyone asks is the same: does it actually whisk as well as
bamboo?
We sent our Fugetsu resin chasen to @matchawithally — a
dedicated matcha lover — and asked her to try it for real.
Here's what she found.
Real User Review: @matchawithally
Ally tried the same matcha — Okumidori from Shizuaka —
prepared with both a resin chasen and a traditional bamboo
chasen, then compared them side by side.
Her verdict:
"I couldn't notice any difference in taste at all."
"It works very similarly to a traditional chasen and creates
a nice froth with minimal effort."
"The foam tends to be a little larger compared to a bamboo
whisk, but honestly, it doesn't affect the taste or overall
matcha experience at all."
"If you're tired of dealing with mold on your bamboo whisk,
this could be a great alternative."
The Recipe She Used
・Matcha: 4g (Okumidori)
・Water: 40ml at 78°C
・Milk: 90ml
Sift the matcha, add a small amount of hot water, whisk
until smooth and frothy, then pour over milk.
What This Means for You
Based on Ally's honest comparison, here's the summary:
Taste difference → None
Froth size → Slightly larger bubbles, no impact on flavor
Ease of use → Same as bamboo, minimal effort needed
Mold problem → Gone — resin doesn't absorb moisture
If you love matcha but find yourself replacing bamboo chasen
every few months due to mold or broken tines, the Fugetsu
resin chasen is worth trying.
Shop the Fugetsu Resin Chasen
Available in 3 colors: Ivory, Brown, and Green.
Ships internationally from Fukuoka, Japan.