WakaAn
KAMAKURA: Historic Capital of Samurai and Zen
Explore Deep Local Culture
「和」"Wa" means Japan. It also has the connotation of harmony, peacefulness.
And "WaKa" has multiple meanings.
「和花」 Japanese flower, 「和歌」 Japanese poetry, 「和華」 Japanese splendor.
The name “Waka An” perfectly expresses what you will experience with our service.
Waka An offers a deep Japanese cultural experience
that only a “Kamakura Local” with love to Japanese culture can propose.
Learn the authenticity of Chanoyu
"Treasure Chest" of Japanese art and culture
Packed with wisdom to enrich your business life, and your private daily life
Overview
"Matcha", powdered green tea, is the purest form of tea.
And most importantly, Matcha became the basis for the development of a tea culture unique to Japan, called "Chanoyu" (literally, "hot water for tea"), or "Chado" (literally, "Way of Tea").
"Chanoyu" or "Chado" can be described as a "Comprehensive Art Form " of Japan.
It is filled with various elements of Japanese art .
Also, as evidenced by its deep relationship with Zen, and the fact that it was a social gathering place and a business tool for the Samurai Warrior Lords and Merchants , "Chanoyu" is fully packed with the basic characteristic of the Japanese culture.
This is a regular lesson specially dedicated to English speakers, to experience and learn the authentic "Chanoyu" , Japanese Way of Tea, in English, in a private tea room of a Tea Master located in a valley with a deep connection to the history of Samurai and Zen.
Lessons follow the Urasenke School of the Way of Tea.
Of course, you will enjoy delicious seasonal Japanese sweets with matcha in each lesson you take.
Basically, the lessons are intended for beginners who wish to learn in depth about Chanoyu (Way of Tea), and who wish to learn deeply about Japanese art and culture in depth through Chanoyu.
But for those who wish to obtain a "Kyojo" (licenses) and advance step by step to Intermediate -Upper level - Instructor, close instruction is also available in English with the ability to apply for a permit.
This special class of Waka An is the perfect place for English speakers to experience and learn the authentic "Chanoyu", Japanese Way of Tea.
The instructor, Tea Master Souki Koyama, has held a number of important positions in international companies, including experience in several overseas subsidiaries.
And through many years of his experience, he has developed native-like fluency in English and international communication skills.
Therefore, English speakers will have a rare opportunity to hear and learn from a person with actual deep experience , and who understand the spirit of Chanoyu.
You will enjoy a lively conversation with the instructor, and you are free to ask any area of your interest in a relaxed atmosphere.
About the meaning behind each procedure of the Host, as well as about the manners of the guests.
About the history and the spirit of Chanoyu, and its deep relationship with Zen.
About Chanoyu as a social and business tool in the Samurai society.
About Japanese art and culture condensed and encompassed in Chanoyu.
Anything about your desired field of Chanoyu.
Please enjoy discovering the depth of Japanese art and culture, lesson by lesson.
Usually, the sitting position called “Seiza”, which is when you sit on your heels with your legs folded under you, is expected in learning Chanoyu.
However, as this can be difficult to maintain, a floor chair can be provided to take pressure off the knees and ankles.
This makes it possible for beginners those who have difficulty in sitting on the floor, to enjoy learning Chanoyu.
So what lies beyond learning Chanoyu ?
・You will acquire polite manners
・You will acquire beautiful movements
・You will be able to know the basic characteristic of the Japanese culture
・You will refine your sensitivity to beauty through knowing the various elements of Japanese art filled inside Chanoyu
・You will be able to reflect on yourself through the Zen spirit contained in Chanoyu
・You will develop a feeing of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence
These are of course connected to proper behavior at a tea gathering and a deep appreciation of the tea gathering.
But they are not to be learned only for that.
They will contribute to your business success.
And they will enrich your private daily life.
Please enjoy this “once in a lifetime” opportunity to experience and learn the authenticity of Chanoyu, a "Treasure Chest" of Japanese art and culture, with the whole experience in stress-free English.
・The types of bowls, utensils, and Japanese sweets will change depending on the season and other factors.
The pictures shown is only a sample.
Key Features
・This is a rare opportunity to experience and get to know deeply about the world of the "Chanoyu" (literally, "hot water for tea"), or "Chado" (literally, "Way of Tea").
Which can be described as a "Comprehensive Art Form of Japan", and also fully packed with the "Basic Characteristic of the Japanese Culture", as evidenced by its deep relationship with Zen, and by the fact that it was a social gathering place and a business tool for the Samurai Warrior Lords and Merchants.
・This is a regular lesson specially dedicated to English speakers, to experience and learn the authentic "Chanoyu" or "Chado" Japanese Way of Tea, in English, in a private tea room of a Tea Master located in a valley with a deep connection to the history of Samurai and Zen.
・Lessons follow the Urasenke School of the Way of Tea.
First, you will learn the fundamental techniques such as Mannerly Deportment and "Temae" (procedure for making tea) Fundamentals.
After learning the basics, participants will serve as both the “host” or one of the “guests” in the lesson, to learn the ways to prepare, serve and drink tea.
Of course, you will enjoy delicious seasonal Japanese sweets with matcha in each lesson you take.
・Basically, the lessons are intended for beginners who wish to learn in depth about Chanoyu (Way of Tea), and who wish to learn deeply about Japanese art and culture in depth through Chanoyu.
But for those who wish to obtain a "Kyojo" (licences) and advance step by step to Intermediate -Upper level - Instructor, close instruction is also available in English with the ability to apply for a license.
・You will enjoy a lively conversation with the Instructor, and you will be free to ask anything you are interested in a relaxed atmosphere.
About the meaning behind each procedure of the Host, as well as about the manners of the guests, the history of the Chanoyu, its deep relationship with Zen, and the spirit of Chanoyu.
About Chanoyu as a social and business tool in the samurai society ,and about Japanese art and culture condensed and encompassed in Chanoyu.
You will be able to discover and understand about your desired field of Chanoyu.
・Only available on this special Waka An lesson dedicated to English speakers, Souki Koyama, Tea Master and the Instructor, who is a " Kamakura Local ", and who loves Japanese culture, will guide the lessons, all in English.
Of course, he will also fully assist you with everything in English, allowing you to perfectly enjoy the lesson without language barriers.
・The types of bowls, utensils, and Japanese sweets will change depending on the season and other factors.
The pictures shown is only a sample.
Regular Chanoyu (Way of Tea ) Lessons in English
￥18,000/person for 2 lessons per Month
No. of participants required for each lesson : Min. 2 persons to Max.4 persons
From 60 min. to few hours, depending on the number of participants joining the lesson
Please note that additional 1 Month lesson fee will be required on the month before "Kotohajime" (first celebration of the four seasons)(July), and "Hassaku" (celebration for good harvest)(November)
Price
from
2 Lessons per Month per Person
¥18,000
Required quantity of people
From
2
to
4
person per Lesson
Time required
from
60
min. to few hours
Total time of one lesson depends on the number of participants per Lesson
Please write down the points below for contact or enrollment request.
Your Full Name / Your Residential Address / Your E-mail Address / Your Phone Number (Mobile Phone Number preferred) /
Whether or not you have experience in Chado / Preferred date and time for the lesson ( at least 2 times/ Month is preferred )
Details
"Matcha", the purest form of tea
And the basis of a tea culture unique to Japan, called "Chanoyu" or "Chado"
Tea has been drunk in Japan for more than a thousand years. And through this long history, Japan has develped a unique tea culture of its own.
Tea was first introduced to Japan from China around 800 A.D..
And it was in the form of "Dancha" (brick tea), which made into a drink by brewing.
"Dancha" was only available to the aristocracy and high-ranking Buddhist priests at that time, and it eventually disappeared.
The next form of tea introduced to Japan, again from China, was "Matcha" (powdered tea) .
A tea made by mixing powdered tea leaves with hot water.
"Matcha" was brought to Japan from China by Zen priests around the 12th century.
And is said to have been drunk during "Zazen" meditation to get rid of drowsiness.
Matcha's unique aroma and refreshing green color are due to the fact that the tea leaves are not fermented, oxidized, scented or smoked.
Matcha is the purest of all the teas in the world. It is just 100% pure tea leaves.
Matcha was initially drunk by Zen priests and high-ranking Samurai warriors.
But gradually it spread down to the populace.
It has been enjoyed by a broad spectrum of the Japanese people for centuries, and it remains popular today.
And most importantly, Matcha also became the basis for the development of a tea culture unique to Japan, called "Chanoyu"(literally, "hot water for tea"), or "Chado" (literally, "Way of Tea").
Chanoyu is a "Comprehensive Art Form of Japan"
Chanoyu can be described as a "Comprehensive Art Form " of Japan.
It is filled with various elements of Japanese art , such as: calligraphy, flower arrangement, architecture, landscaping, cooking, sake, waka poetry, pottery, kimono, and other fine arts.
Chanoyu is fully packed with the basic characteristic of the Japanese culture
What are the basic characteristics of the Japanese culture?
1. It is a " Lunar culture"
Meaning that, like the moon which shines by reflecting the light from the sun, Japanese people have not been the radical source of original ideas.
Rather, they have almost solely made use of ideas borrowed from the outside.
However, once the Japanese have accepted the idea, they have added their own inventive touch.
2. The influence of buddhism is strong
3. The people coexist with nature
4. " Mutual accord " is highly valued
5. " Form " is considered important
Chanoyu encompasses much of the basic characteristics of the Japanese culture mentioned above.
In other words, Chanoyu is packed with the unique characteristics of the Japanese culture.
And in Chanoyu you can find various genres of Japanese culture.
Therefore, to know Chanoyu is to know the basic characteristics of the Japanese culture.
Chanoyu, a social gathering place, a business tool for the Samurai Warrior Lords ( = Politicians) and Merchants (= Financiers)
Packed with wisdom to open up and enrich people's life
In the modern times, tea masters are often thought of as living in a world of "Wabi" and "Sabi".
A world away from the ordinary world we live in.
However, during the" Sengoku "( Warring States) period in which "Sen Rikyu", the founder of the Senke school who perfected the "Wabicha" style of Chanoyu lived, tea masters were the closest to the center of politics and economics.
At that time, samurai warriors were politicians, and Sen Rikyu, a merchant, was a financier.
Rikyu was involved in foreign trade, closely associated with politicians, and as a producer of culture, he created a whole new set of values.
In other words, Chanoyu was a social gathering place, and a business tool, for the Samurai Warrior Lords and Merchants , the people who run the country.
How to show courtesy. How to win the hearts of others. And how to present yourself while entertaining others with a cup of tea....
The wisdom to open up and enrich one's life is packed into the Chanoyu.
- "Chazen-ichimi" ( tea and zen, one taste )
The Deep Relationship between Chanoyu and Zen
- "Wa Kei Sei Jaku " ( Harmony , Respect , Purity, Tranquility )
The ideal to be embodied through the Zen mind
As the saying goes "Chazen-ichimi" ( literally, tea and zen, one taste ) since ancient times, Chanoyu has had a deep relationship with Zen since its beginnings.
Matcha was introduced to Japan by the Zen monk Eisai, from the Zen monasteries of the Song Dynasty.
Later, a monk in Nara named Murata Shuko is said to have advocated a quiet form of Chanoyu, that reflected Zen teachings.
And the use of Zen priests' calligraphy for hanging scrolls in Chanoyu also seems to have begun around this time.
The Four Principles of Chanoyu, "Wa Kei Sei Jaku " (Harmony , Respect , Purity, Tranquility ), represent the ideals to be embodied through Zen.
Not only Sen Rikyu, who sought and perfected the world of "Chazen-ichimi" (tea and zen, one taste), but all of the tea masters who played a major role in Chanoyu practiced Zen.
This historical fact shows how deeply Chanoyu is related to Zen.
In the Azuchi-Momoyama period of the 16th century, Sen Rikyu (1522-1591) unraveled the spirit of "Wa Kei Sei Jaku " (Harmony , Respect , Purity, Tranquility ), which is said to encapsulate all the spirit of Chanoyu.
"Wa” means to be open-minded and friendly with one another.
"Kei” means respect, complimenting each other with respect.
"Sei” means to be not only visibly pure, but also pure in heart.
"Jaku” means a mind that does not waver under any circumstances.
The "Wa Kei Sei Jaku " transcends borders and time, showing that the values of Chanoyu are universal.
The host of the Tea Gathering should serve tea to the guests while doing his or her utmost to ensure that the encounter is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and that the teachings of "Wa Kei Sei Jaku " are engraved in the mind through every single cup of tea.
A regular lesson specially dedicated to English speakers, to experience and learn the authentic Chanoyu, Japanese Way of Tea, in English
In a private tea room of a Tea Master located in a valley with a deep connection to the history of Samurai and Zen
A “once in a lifetime” opportunity to experience and learn the authenticity of Chanoyu, a "Treasure Chest" of Japanese art and culture
Kamakura is the historic capital of the Samurai society and the Japanese Zen.
Surrounded by the greenery of Kamakura, the Urasenke Tea Master's private tearoom is located in a quiet “Yatsu” (small valley) with deep ties to the history of both Samurai and Zen.
This is the place where you will experience the and learn the authentic "Chanoyu" or "Chado" , Japanese Way of Tea, in English.
The tea room is a space dedicated to Chanoyu, constructed in a special “Sukiya-zukuri” style, made of natural materials such as wood and soil.
It looks very simple at first glance, with a sense of “Wabi”, but in reality it is very elaborate.
There is a simplistic beauty in the design of the tea room, in its design trimmed down to the bare essentials.
It is a unique space where the host and guests share time together through the Chanoyu Tea Gathering, without thinking about the mundane details of daily life.
The tea room is an extraordinary space to sharpen the five senses.
Lessons follow the Urasenke School of the Way of Tea.
First, you will learn the fundamental techniques such as Mannerly Deportment and "Temae" ( procedure for making tea ) Fundamentals.
After learning the basics, participants will serve as both the “host” or one of the “guests” in the lesson, to learn the ways to prepare, serve and drink tea.
With time, more advanced methods are introduced under the kind and close guidance by the instructor, such as in-depth lessons in "Usucha" and " Koicha" temae
( procedures for thick and thin matcha ) and many variations for the changing seasons, following the Urasenke School of the Way of Tea.
Of course, you will enjoy delicious seasonal Japanese sweets with matcha in each lesson you take.
Basically, the lessons are intended for beginners who wish to learn in depth about Chanoyu ( Way of Tea ), and who wish to learn deeply about Japanese art and culture in depth through Chanoyu.
But for those who wish to obtain a "Kyojo"( licenses ) and advance step by step to Intermediate -Upper level - Instructor, close instruction is also available in English with the ability to apply for a permit.
Lively conversation with the Instructor
A rare “Ichigo-ichie" ( once in a lifetime ) opportunity to discover Japanese art and culture by learning the spirit, manners and history of Chanoyu from the beginning
You will enjoy a lively conversation with the instructor, and you are free to ask any area of your interest in a relaxed atmosphere.
About the hanging scrolls and flowers displayed, as well as about the various tea utensils.
About the meaning behind each procedure of the Host, as well as about the manners of the guests, such as the way they move their feet when receiving the tea and sweets.
About the history of the Chanoyu, its deep relationship with Zen, and the spirit of Chanoyu through key words such as “harmony, respect, purity, tranquility”.
About Chanoyu as a social and business tool in the samurai society.
And about Japanese art and culture condensed and encompassed in Chanoyu.
Please feel free to ask anything you are interested in in a relaxed atmosphere.
This special class of Waka An is the perfect place for English speakers to experience and learn the authentic Chanoyu, Japanese Way of Tea.
The Instructor, Tea Master Souki Koyama, has held a number of important positions in international companies, including president and CEO of several overseas subsidiaries,
under the motto of. "to be a bridge between Japan and overseas".
Through many years of his experience, he has developed native-like fluency in English and international communication skills.
And through many years of living abroad and interacting with people from other countries, he realized how little he knew about the history, art, and culture of his home country.
As a result, Souki has been training himself in the world of Chanoyu and is a qualified full-time instructor of the Urasenke school, the largest Chanoyu school, and lives in Kamakura to deepen his knowledge of Japanese culture, motivated by his longtime love of Japanese culture.
Due to these reasons, English speakers will have a rare opportunity to hear and learn from a person with actual deep experience ,and who understand the spirit of Chanoyu.
The world of Chanoyu tends to have an image of being difficult to understand and difficult to learn.
However, if you learn the spirit, history, and manners of the Chanoyu through this experience, you will be able to feel the depth of Japanese art and culture.
An important proverb that expresses the spirit of Chanoyu is “Ichigo-ichie", or “once in a lifetime encounter".
It means that the space created by the host and guest is unique in the vastness of time and space, and you will never be able to have a same experience again.
So please enjoy the quiet and gentle moment of “once-in-a-lifetime” experience, where you can feel the Japanese sense of beauty and the spirit of Japanese culture
in an authentic tea room space, along with the thoughtful hospitality of Souki.
A special opportunity to fully enhance your ”Five Senses", even if you are new to Chanoyu
Enjoy the whole experiences and lessons in stress-free English
Limited to this special class of Waka An, all experiences and lessons, not only the fundamental lessons of temae procedures and mannerly deportment, but also interesting stories about the spirit and history of the Chanoyu, Japanese art and culture encompassed in the tea gathering, etc., will be fully supported in English by Souki Koyama, Tea Master, who is a " Kamakura Local ", with native-like English ability, and is a lover of Japanese culture, and has been involved in international business for over 35 years with the motto "to be a bridge between Japan and overseas".
Of course, he will also fully assist you with everything in English, allowing you to perfectly enjoy the lesson without language barriers.
Thus, even those who have never learned Chanoyu before can relax and enjoy experiencing and learning authentic Japanese art and culture.
Enjoy the stress-free experience without the language barrier, that only Waka An can offer.
And fully enhance your "Five Senses".
Enrich your business life. Enrich your private daily life
The wisdom to open up and enrich one's life is packed in Chanoyu
So what lies beyond learning Chanoyu ?
・You will aquire polite manners
・You will aquire beautiful movements
・You will be able to know the basic characteristic of the Japanese culture
・You will refine your sensitivity to beauty through knowing the various elements of Japanese art filled inside Chanoyu
・You will be able to reflect on yourself through the Zen spirit contained in Chanoyu
・You will develop a feeing of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence
These are of course connected to proper behavior at a tea gathering, and a deep appreciation of the tea gathering.
But they are not to be learned only for that.
They will contribute to your business success.
And they will enrich your private daily life.
Please enjoy this “once in a lifetime” opportunity to experience and learn the authenticity of Chanoyu, a "Treasure Chest" of Japanese art and culture, with the whole experience in stress-free English.
・The types of bowls, utensils, and Japanese sweets will change depending on the season and other factors.
The pictures shown is only a sample.
References:
・What is Chanoyu?
Written by Akira Tani
・The Book of Chanoyu Tea...The master key to Japanese culture
Written by Randy Channel Soei
・Urasenke Chado Textbook
Supervised by Sen Genshitsu and Sen Soshitsu
・If Rikyu Invited You
Written by Sen Sooku
Please write down the points below for contact or enrollment request.
Your Full Name / Your Residential Address / Your E-mail Address / Your Phone Number (Mobile Phone Number preferred) /
Whether or not you have experience in Chado / Preferred date and time for the lesson ( at least 2 times/ Month is preferred )
If you are interested in joining the " One-off Tea Gathering Experience "
before joining the Regular Way of Tea Lesson , please click here for detail information.
Souki Koyama
Urasenke Tea Master
・ Urasenke Full time Instructor - Tea Master / Crest Permission
・ All Japan Kyudo Federation - Kyudo Ni Dan ( 2nd degree )
・ TOEIC Score 915 Level A
Souki served as Representative Director/CEO of overseas subsidiaries in three countries, and as General Manager of Overseas Regional HQ at Honda Motor Co., Ltd ,.
He also managed start-up companies as Managing Director and Director /COO.
Souki has been involved in international business for about 40 years with the motto “to be a bridge between Japan and overseas".
Through his career, Souki has been polishing his English skills to a native-fluency level, and also his ability to interact with people from other countries and understand different cultures and customs, which are the foundation of international communication.
And through about 20 years of living abroad, and interacting with people from other countries for a long time, he realized how little he knew about the history, art, and culture of his home country.
As a result, Souki has been training himself in the world of Chanoyu, and is a qualified full-time instructor of the Urasenke school, the largest Chanoyu school.
And Souki is currently living in Kamakura to deepen his knowledge of Japanese culture, motivated by his longtime love of Japanese culture.
Location
Waka An
Address undisclosed
・Less than 15 min. walk from Kamakura Station of JR( Japan Railway) Yokosuka Line
・Details of the location will be provided after admission to the lesson is made
・The location differs from the map shown (Map shows the location of Kamakura Station)
So please be sure to check the email for guidance
・We do not have a parking lot. If you come by car, please use the nearby parking lot.
But basically please refrain from driving on the day of the lesson if you drink alcohol.
Things to know
Availability date and time
・Arranged on request, except year-end and new year holidays, temporary closure, and the unavailable date and time informed through e-mail communication.
・Business hours and holidays are subject to change.
・No. of participants required for each lesson : Min. 2 persons to Max.4 persons
・Booking request for the lesson must be made at least 14 days in advance before the month of the lesson.
・We will accept your request for the lesson, after the monthly fee payment is received by the end of the month prior to the month of the lesson.
Price
Regular Chanoyu (Way of Tea ) Lessons in English
￥18,000/person for 2 lessons per Month
・The price includes experience fee, lesson fee, utensils usage fee, food and drinks fee , facility usage fee, translation service fees, and taxes.
・No. of participants required for each lesson : Min. 2 persons to Max. 4 persons
Required quantity of people
( Minimum and Maximum number )
No. of participants required for each lesson : Min. 2persons to Max.4persons
Experience Itinerary
1. Meet at Waka An
(Please gather 5 minutes before the start of the experience. Please be punctual.)
2. Enjoy "Omogashi" (Main moist sweets) and Usucha (thin tea) as a welcome and icebreaker
3. Chanoyu ( Way of Tea ) Lesson
- Mannerly Deportment, Temae (procedure for making tea) , etc.
Following the Urasenke School of the Way of Tea lesson steps
- Interesting stories about the spirit and history of the Chanoyu, Japanese art and culture encompassed in the tea gathering, etc.
- Q&A and interesting stories about your desired field of Chanoyu
- Enjoy "Higashi" (dry sweets) together with Koicha (thick tea) / Usucha (thin tea) in accordance with the contents of the day's lesson.
4. Dissolution
・Above itinerary is a guide.
Please note that the contents are subject to change depending on the season, availability, and other conditions of the day.
・Please note that the Japanese sweets you will take, and the types of bowls, utensils will change depending on the season and other factors.
Booking Flow
・Booking request for the lesson must be made at least 14 days in advance before the month of the lesson.
・We will accept your request for the lesson, after the monthly fee payment is received by the end of the month prior to the month of the lesson.
・No. of participants required for each lesson : Min. 2 persons to Max.4 persons
Payment condition
Payment in advance
Bank transfer (JPY) only
Cancellation policy
Preconditions :
・Monthly lesson fees are due by the end of the current month for the following month
・This is a regular lesson to attend every month.
Therefore, monthly lesson fee will be collected even if you cancel the lesson
・No refunds will be made for cancelled lesson
Please inform your cancellation at least 3 days prior to the lesson, as we need to purchase sweets and prepare for the class in advance.
Participant requirements
Minimum age: 10 years old
・Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years of age.
・If minors under 18 years of age participates in the event, and if there is a companion who will not participate in the experience, the companion will still be charged the fee for one person.
・Floor-chairs are provided, so there is no need to sit on the floor all the time.
However, there will be times when you will be required to sit in a kneeing position (Seiza) during the lesson. Also when entering the tea room or moving around in the tea room.
Therefore, only those who are be able to sit in a kneeing position (Seiza) can participate in the lesson.
・You will be asked to remove any jewelry and accessories ( wristwatches, rings, earrings, necklaces, etc. ) during the lesson.
They can be a potential hazard for the delicate tea utensils, as they can clank and scratch the fragile surfaces.
・You will be asked not to wear perfume to the lesson.
The sense of smell is an important part of Chanoyu. The smell of perfume interferes with the sense of smell and will ruin the lesson.
・Smoking is prohibited.
Smoking is prohibited inside the rooms as well as outside in the garden and other areas.
・Bringing pets is prohibited.
・You will be required to purchase minimum items required to take lessons and to practice Chanoyu.
[ Sensu (Folding fan), Fukusa (Silk purifying cloth), Kobukusa (Square of fine fabric), Kaishi ( Pocket paper), Yoji (Sweets pick), Kojakin and Kojakin-ire (Small wiping cloth and case for it), Fukusabasami (Clutch in which to keep these items), Clean change of Tabi or Socks in white color, Hand towel or Handkerchief ]
Clothes
・Shoes will be removed for the experience in the Tea room.
Please wear shoes that are easy to put on and take off.
・Participants are asked to wear white socks or stockings to avoid going barefoot.
Please bring your own change of white socks (not the ones that you wore to the gathering) for the lesson in the Tea room.
This is to follow the general Chanoyu/Chado protocol, and to protect the cleanliness of the space.
・Please wear skirts or pants that are long enough to cover the knees, as you will have to sit in a low position.
・Please avoid denim pants or skirts.
Denim material is rough and could potentially damage the tatami.
・You will be asked to remove any jewelry and accessories ( wristwatches, rings, earrings, necklaces, etc. ) during the lesson.
They can be a potential hazard for the delicate tea utensils, as they can clank and scratch the fragile surfaces.
・You will be asked not to wear perfume to the lesson.
The sense of smell is an important part of Chanoyu.
The smell of perfume interferes with the sense of smell and will ruin the lesson.
Further remarks
・Arrival later than 10 minutes after the starting time will result in cancellation. No refunds will be made.
・Please be careful in the tearoom, as it contains many tea-ceremony utensils and equipment of high value.
・Please remove any jewelry and accessories ( wristwatches, rings, earrings, necklaces, etc. ) during the lesson.
They can be a potential hazard for the delicate tea utensils, as they can clank and scratch the fragile surfaces.
・You will be asked not to wear perfume to the experience.
The sense of smell is an important part of Chanoyu.
The smell of perfume interferes with the sense of smell and will ruin the lesson.
・Smoking is prohibited.
Smoking is prohibited inside the rooms as well as outside in the garden and other areas.
・Bringing pets is prohibited.
・Due to unavoidable circumstances, lessons are subject to last-minute changes and cancellations.
・Due to the different progress of each participant, the ending time may be earlier or later than planned.
・Transportation is to be arranged by the participant themselves.
・Please note that we do not assume responsibility for injuries, clothing, or item damage during the experience.
・In the following cases, the experience may be cancelled before or even after the start of the experience on the day of the experience.
- When the person experiencing the program is a patient with a specified infectious disease, etc.
- When the experiencer is unable to do the experience due to illness, absence of a necessary caregiver, or other reasons.
- When the experiencer is found to have committed an act contrary to the law, public order, or good morals.
- When an experiencer uses language or behavior that causes significant inconvenience to other experiencers.
- When the experiencer disrupts the discipline of the experience by assault or threats, etc., and interferes with the safe and smooth implementation of the experience
Please write down the points below for contact or enrollment request.
Your Full Name / Your Residential Address / Your E-mail Address / Your Phone / Number (Mobile Phone Number preferred) /
Whether or not you have experience in Chado / Preferred date and time for the lesson ( at least 2times/ month is preferred )
If you are interested in joining the " One-off Tea Ceremony Experience " before joining the Regular Tea Ceremony Lesson , please click here for detail information.