The Japanese tea ceremony is a traditional cultural practice that blends Zen philosophy, hospitality, and mindful ritual. Each step—from preparing the tearoom to whisking matcha—expresses harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. This guide explains the meaning behind the ceremony, key concepts like wabi-sabi and ichigo ichie, and how the host’s hospitality (omotenashi) shapes the entire experience. The Japanese tea ceremony is a traditional ritual of preparing and serving matcha, rooted in Zen Buddhism and centered on harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility, expressed through deliberate actions and sincere hospitality. What Is the Japanese Tea Ceremony? Known as chanoyu, sado, or chado, the ...
