Congratulations Dr. Armstrong!

Our president, Dr. Peter Armstrong, has been honored with the Emperor’s Award: “The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays (旭日双綬章)” for his efforts in introducing sumo culture to Australia. The Urasenke Sydney Association held a celebration party last Sunday, where we enjoyed delicious food and wonderful company.

The flowers from Daisousho (大宗匠) and Urasenke Tankokai Sydney members

Hand-made cakes by our talented members

Urasenke Annual Chakai

We will have an Annual Chakai on 26th October 2024 at Glebe Town Hall.

There are three sessions available and it costs $60 per person which includes:

  • Tea ceremony demonstration
  • Whisk and taste matcha green tea
  • Japanese sweets
  • Bento – Japanese packed lunch (Vegetarian option available)

Please book early to avoid disappointment!

The booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CVHBB

COWRA KOYO MATSURI FESTIVAL

Thanks to a grant from the Japan Foundation, Urasenke Sydney was able to demonstrate chado to the public and run workshops for school students in Cowra during the shire’s Koyo Matsuri festival on 3rd and 4th May.