As explained in the previous installment, the tea ceremony contains elements of self-discipline aimed at exploring the true nature of things. Beyond wabi-sabi, there are many...
The Japanese Tea Ceremony
This article is written by Seiya H. In the Japanese tea ceremony, the host prepares and serves matcha for the guests to enjoy. However, depending...
Taking care of your chasen: To wash your chasen, run it warm water to remove all visible signs of matcha. Alternatively, you may fill...
For handmade matcha bowls: Soak the bowl in lukewarm water to moisten the clay. This will help to reduce any astringency and prevent stains....
