Chado Research
Center
The science-art unity and mentality in Japanese culture
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The ancient art of the tea ceremony
Here, you step into a tranquil gallery dedicated to the ancient art of the tea ceremony, hosted by the prestigious Urasenke School.
The tea ceremony is not just a cultural treasure; it's a profound embodiment of Japanese heritage, intricately intertwined with Zen Buddhism and rooted in the traditions of the samurai.
As you explore this haven of serenity, you'll come to appreciate the deep connection between the tea ceremony and Budo, the way of the martial arts.
They share common threads, emphasizing the significance of breath control and the repetitive refinement of skills.
This shared discipline molds not only your abilities but also your daily mindset, fostering a profound sense of self-awareness and growth.
The tea ceremony is not just a cultural treasure; it's a profound embodiment of Japanese heritage, intricately intertwined with Zen Buddhism and rooted in the traditions of the samurai.
As you explore this haven of serenity, you'll come to appreciate the deep connection between the tea ceremony and Budo, the way of the martial arts.
They share common threads, emphasizing the significance of breath control and the repetitive refinement of skills.
This shared discipline molds not only your abilities but also your daily mindset, fostering a profound sense of self-awareness and growth.
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PLACE
Walking around tea ceremony places
The gallery's location is nestled among numerous tea ceremony-related places, including Omotesenke Fushinan, Urasenke Konnichian, and various tea ceremony item sellers. In this setting, you can discover the world of "matcha", "chawan" (tea bowls), and other tea ceremony items.
SPECIAL TIPS
Matcha is a powdered green tea from Japan. It was the original method of tea consumption. Unlike most teas, matcha powder is uniquely mixed directly into hot water. Matcha has a powerful flavor and plenty of health benefits with many nutrients, and it has been used as a kind of medication.
Chawan is a tea bowl for drinking matcha. Looking at a tea bowl closer is one of the enjoyable points in the tea ceremony of the style, color, classical Japanese style of paintings on the surface, and so on.
The tea ceremony involves inviting guests and making and offering them “matcha tea”. During the ceremony, the host master emphasizes breathing and posture to ensure the procedures are elegant and beautiful, enhancing the hospitality extended to the guests. The guests will use various items, including a chawan, a bamboo tea powder spoon (chashaku), a tea powder case (natsume), and an old metal-made tea kettle (kama), all of which are considered fine works of art. Japanese traditional sweets, named Wagashi, are also a type of fine art and are always served with matcha.
