Wa Kei Sei Jaku

The Way of Tea: How Philosophy Shapes Every Gesture in Chanoyu

The Japanese Tea Ceremony, Chanoyu, is a spiritual discipline rooted in Zen Buddhism and Shintoism, transforming tea preparation into a profound practice of presence and connection. Codified by Sen no Rikyū, its core principles of harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility guide participants toward inner peace and mindful living.