[ JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY ]
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"Omote Senke" Tea Classes with "Sohki" Matsui
Put aside a peaceful moment and learn Japanese tea ceremony, the Japanese way of tea, which has influenced all aspects of Japanese culture for over 400 years. You will learn from a tea master whose love of tea started at the age of 12 in Osaka, Japan.
On-going Tea classes - any level with "Sohki" Matsui
Students of any level are welcome and instruction is individualized
according to the progress of each student.
Reservations & Information: Call Mrs. Matsui at 650 903-3410 or e-mail learntea@yahoo.com or view website at www.learntea.com
Introduction to Tea - one time class with Sohki Matsui
This 2 hour long class gives you a comprehensive introduction to tea ceremony through lecture and participation.
Reservations (required) & Information: Call Mrs. Matsui at 650 903-3410 or e-mail learntea@yahoo.com or view website at www.learntea.com
Ongoing Series of "Urasenke" Tea Classes with Minako Tsuji
In the magic of Hakone Gardens, learn the Japanese method of serving and drinking tea and the spirit of "Wa-Keisei-jaki", a traditional ritual. Classes are held in the Lower House tearoom.
Reservations & Information: Call Mrs.Tsuji at 408 226-0674 or e-mail ctsuji@cheerful.com. Please put "tea ceremony" in the title line.
Introduction to the Tea Ceremony with Aiko Tauchi
Experience the Japanese ceremony with this classically trained tea professor in the beautiful tearoom of the Cultural Exchange Center. Designed for organizations, school groups and individuals.
Information: Call Mrs. Tauchi at 408 867-9133.
Sunday Public Tea Ceremony
Participate in sharing a bowl of tea.
Fee: $5/person plus garden admission
Reservations & Information: Groups or inquiries call John Larissou at 415 731-0622 or e-mail larissou@gmail.com
