History
Understand the historical background, and the influential figures in tea ceremony history.
History
Sen no Rikyū
Murata Jukō
Philosophy
Explore the philosophical foundations, and the Zen Buddhist influence on the tea ceremony.
Wa Kei Sei Jaku
Zen Buddhist Influence
Myōan Eisai
Tea Varieties
Familiarize yourself with different types of tea used in the tea ceremony.
Bancha (番茶)
Genmaicha (玄米茶)
Gyokuro (玉露)
Hōjicha (焙じ茶)
Kabusecha (かぶせ茶)
Kukicha (茎茶)
Sencha (煎茶)
Shincha (新茶)
Matcha
A vibrant green powdered tea with a rich, earthy flavor and numerous health benefits.
What is Matcha?
Health Benefits
How to choose?
Matcha for Weight Loss
Chado
The Japanese art of tea ceremony, emphasizing mindfulness and shared tea experiences.
Origins
Summer Preparation
Winter Preparation
Types
Tea Ceremony Glossary
Guest Etiquette
Sweets (Higashi and Omogashi)
Tea Utensils
Learn about the various tea utensils used in the tea ceremony, the significance of each utensil and the materials they are made from
Essential Tea Equipment
Essential Utensils for Guests
Tea Bowl (Chawan)
Tea Scoop (Chashaku)
Tea Whisk (Chasen)
Tea Caddy (Natsume)
Charcoal Procedure
Rank and Handling of Tea Utensils
Tea House
The architecture and design principles behind the traditional tea room (Chashitsu)
Tea House (Chashisu)
Tatami Mats
Tokonoma (Alcove)
Vertical Scroll Art (Kakemono)
Calligraphy Art
