Author: Реко

Our Annual Chaki event at Glebe Town Hall on October 26th was a wonderful success, thanks to everyone’s support! The event featured both a tea demonstration and a hands-on workshop, allowing guests to experience the art of making a cup of tea themselves. In addition, we offered a lunch box, along with a tea and kimono shop, adding to the authentic experience. We received many positive comments from our guests, who thoroughly enjoyed the day. Thank you all for making it memorable!

August 3rd 2024

The calligraphy is わけいせいじゃく(wa ke i se i ja ku) highlights the core values of the tea ceremony: harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. These four elements are central to the practice.

The demonstration showcases 御園棚 (mi so no da na) is a style of the tea ceremony where participants sit on chairs rather than on tatami mats. This adaptation is intended to provide a more comfortable experience for those unfamiliar with traditional Japanese seating.

Hatsugama is a traditional Japanese event held to celebrate the beginning of the New Year. The term “Hatsugama” translates to “first kettle” in English, referring to the first tea ceremony of the year.

The Hatsugama ceremony is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and tradition, and it holds significant importance in the practice of tea ceremonies, which are known as “chanoyu” or “sado.” The ceremony involves the preparation and serving of matcha, a powdered green tea, in an intricate and highly ritualized manner.