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As I sit in the quiet of my tea room, reflecting on the past year, my heart is full of gratitude. 2025 was a year of profound connections and quiet growth. The Way of Tea ( Chado ) is about more than just a bowl of matcha; it is about the unique, once-in-a-lifetime encounter between host and guest ( Ichigo Ichie ). Looking back at the highlights of 2025, I am reminded of why I started this journey. 2025 Highlights: A Year of Connection A Global Tea Table:  I had the honor of welcoming five...

Practical training to learn the essence of Chanoyu Step by step, toward the art of heartfelt hospitality through a formal tea gathering...

When I returned to Japan to establish my own tea room, my primary focus was on hosting as many formal tea gatherings, or chaji , as...