Cylindrical Ippodo Tea matcha sieve with a fitted lid and logo on the front
Cylindrical Ippodo Tea matcha sieve with a fitted lid and logo on the front
Open silver matcha sieve with mesh insert, wooden spatula, and lid beside it
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Ippodo Tea Matcha Sifting Sieve

The Ippodo Tea matcha sieve breaks up powder clumps quickly, holds about 50 g for advance sifting, and includes a bamboo spatula.
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Who is Ippodo Tea?

Ippodo Tea is a Kyoto matcha house founded in 1717, offering balanced Nodoka to crisp JAS-certified organic blends, all from shade-grown leaves that yield vivid color and layered umami.

Shade-growing with straw screens for 20–30 days before harvest enhances chlorophyll and L-theanine; hand-picked premium leaves are steamed, aged, and slowly milled on granite stone mills to preserve flavor. Mastery extends to signature Ummon-no-Mukashi koicha and is guided by Masakazu Watanabe, a direct descendant safeguarding three centuries of Kyoto tea lineage.

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Compact sifter for quickly breaking up matcha clumps

The Ippodo Tea Matcha Sifting Sieve is a compact tin utensil designed to break up clumps in matcha powder. Its approximately 50 g capacity allows a larger amount to be sifted in advance for home use, a tea ceremony, or a gathering where several servings will be prepared.

Why sift matcha before whisking?

Matcha can form clumps as it sits because of static electricity, moisture, and the weight of the powder. Once formed, those clumps can make the matcha harder to whisk properly and leave the taste less smooth. Passing the powder through the sieve breaks up the clumps before preparation.

The sieve can be used immediately before making tea or to filter a larger amount ahead of time. That advance preparation is useful when serving matcha with sweets to a group. The sifted powder can also be transferred to a tea canister or placed on the table for people to prepare their own tea.

How to use the included bamboo spatula

Place matcha powder on the wire mesh, then move the included bamboo spatula, called a takebera, across the mesh. This pushes the powder through and leaves it free of clumps. Avoid filling the sieve too heavily or moving the spatula too vigorously, as powder may spill onto the table or floor.

Compact matcha sieve specifications

  • Material: Tin
  • Made in: Japan
  • Approximate dimensions: 6.8 cm diameter and 8.5 cm high
  • Approximate capacity: 50 g of matcha powder
  • Included accessory: One bamboo spatula

The compact size is suitable for placing on a table while still holding enough powder for several servings. The sieve is offered year round as part of Ippodo Tea’s matcha utensil range.

How should the tin sieve be cleaned?

Remove remaining matcha with a dry cloth or tissue. Do not wash the sieve with water, put it in a dishwasher, or use dishwashing detergent. Water can cause the tin sieve to rust. This dry-cleaning requirement is the main care limitation to consider before buying.

Frequently asked questions

Compact sifter for quickly breaking up matcha clumps Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.

What does the Ippodo Tea matcha sieve do?

It breaks up clumps in matcha powder before whisking. Sifting helps the powder whisk properly and produce a smoother taste.

How do you use this matcha sieve?

Place matcha on the wire mesh and move the included bamboo spatula across it to push the powder through. Do not overfill the sieve or move the spatula too vigorously, as powder may spill.

How much matcha does the sieve hold?

The sieve holds approximately 50 g of matcha powder. Its capacity supports sifting several servings in advance.

Can this sieve be used before serving matcha to a group?

Yes. It can sift a larger amount of matcha ahead of a gathering, tea ceremony, or time when matcha will be served with sweets.

What is the matcha sieve made from?

The sieve is made from tin in Japan. It measures approximately 6.8 cm in diameter and 8.5 cm high.

Does the matcha sieve include a spatula?

Yes. One bamboo spatula, called a takebera, is included for moving matcha powder across the wire mesh.

How should the matcha sieve be cleaned?

Wipe away matcha powder with a dry cloth or tissue. Do not use water because it can cause the sieve to rust.

Is the Ippodo Tea matcha sieve dishwasher safe?

No. The sieve is not dishwasher safe, and dishwashing detergent should not be used.