Japanese Tea Ceremony - Register to Participate

About this event

The Empowering Asian Students (EAS) CommUnity and Student Engagement Centers invite you to a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony led by a local master from Temple KUKURI who will be dressed in a traditional kimono during the ceremony. Ceremonial grade matcha from Japan and authentic tea confections will be served. Non-caffeinated tea will also be available.

Register to Participate

Please Note: • Participants : Space is limited to the first 20 registered participants.

• Observers : Plenty of seating available for non-participating observers (i.e., people coming just to watch the tea ceremony and not participating in the tea ceremony)

Tea Ceremony History The history of the tea ceremony in Japan, also known as Chayodo or Sado , is a traditional art form rooted in Zen Buddhism and dates back to the 9th century when tea was first introduced to Japan from China. The ceremony involves a preparation and presentation of matcha (a powdered green tea), as guests are led through a series of precise and deliberate movements from preparing the tea to cleaning the utensils. The traditional custom is carefully choreographed to create a sense of harmony and balance while promoting mindfulness and relaxation.