There are ceremonies capable of transforming the everyday into a suspended moment, where time seems to slow down and every gesture acquires an almost meditative beauty. Preparing matcha tea is one of them. The gentle whisper of the chasen brushing the bowl, the deep vegetal aroma slowly rising with the steam, the silky texture of the green powder dissolving in hot water like a suspended cloud… and then, that almost hypnotic moment when tiny bubbles begin to bloom on the surface. The Nekaire ceramic matcha tea set has been conceived as a contemporary ode to this ancient Japanese ritual, where beauty lies both in the ceremony and in the accompanying silence. Made of ceramic with a delicate glossy finish, each piece unfolds an organic and serene aesthetic, marked by soft lines and warm tones that evoke the mineral calm of the earth. The chawan or bowl, the heart of the ceremony, allows the whisking motion to create that delicate foam characteristic of a perfect preparation. The chasen or whisk, made of bamboo, transforms the act of mixing into a light and precise dance, producing a subtle and rhythmic sound. The kuse naoshi or stand for the chasen, also ceramic, lets you rest the whisk after each preparation, promoting proper drying and helping to preserve the delicate curvature and arrangement of its tines. The chashaku or spoon, also made of bamboo, fine and elegant, doses the matcha powder with an almost ceremonial precision. Beyond its functionality, Nekaire turns the tea ritual into a deeply sensory experience: everything invites you to slow down, breathe more slowly, and find beauty in the essential.
Products are not microwave or dishwasher safe. For proper maintenance, we recommend hand washing with a soft sponge and a solution of neutral pH soap diluted in warm water.
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