What hishaku means
A hishaku is a long-handled bamboo dipper used to lift water from the kama or mizusashi and pour it into the chawan. The cup and handle are cut from a single piece of bamboo, with subtly different proportions for summer and winter use as taught by Urasenke and Omotesenke. The host's grip and the angle at which the hishaku is rested are part of the choreography of temae. It is a serving tool rather than a measuring one.
Also called
Hishaku also appears as water ladle, bamboo dipper.