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Tea
was introduced into Japan in around 800 from China.
Today tea plays a significant role in everyday life
for pure relaxation. In a formal style of tea ceremony
that has gradually developed since the introduction
of tea, various etiquettes and rituals are taught
in going through each stage of the ceremony. It
has had a close connection with Zen Buddhism in
its developing process, reflecting the spirit of
Zen in various aspects. |
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You will experience
each stage of a tea ceremony until you reach the
final stage of savoring a delicious cup of Japanese
green tea in either a Japanese room or a special
tea ceremony room. When entering the room, you will
be warmly greeted by your host and be invited to
eat a delicious Japanese sweet. While you are savoring
it, the host will carefully and skillfully prepare
a cup of tea by grinding tea leaves using a primitive
stone mill. Then she will dilute the powder by hot
water to make it drinkable. |
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Tea
ceremony clearly embodies hospitality of each host
and is reflected in their room; a hanging scroll
on the wall, flowers arranged beautifully in a vase,
tools for tea-making. We recommend you spending
the most relaxing time in a peaceful room filled
with an ambiance of Japan and explore the spirit
behind the ceremony. |
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