VIRTUAL EVENT: Art of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Webinar w/ Urasenke Tea Masters
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Experience one of Japan's oldest traditional tea ceremonies with two Tea Masters from the comfort of your living room.
Led by Marybeth & Philip, two Tea Masters of Urasenke, our unique and relaxing virtual experience will include:
- A brief overview of the Urasenke Chanoyu Center, from its days as an 1880s carriage house to studio of famed artist Mark Rothko
- A live, authentic Urasenke tea ceremony demonstration to learn about its history and philosophy, etiquette, and traditions
- How to make matcha green tea at home, and cultivate mindfulness and calm through tea — follow along by simply drinking your favorite tea, or by trying to make the exact tea using an authentic tea set (see 'Matcha Kits' section below)
- Insider tips on purchasing Japanese tea, and how to identify authenticity and quality
Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Marybeth & Philip — any and all questions about Urasenke and Japanese tea ceremonies are welcomed and encouraged!
See you there, virtually!
*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
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***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week
About Marybeth & Philip
Marybeth is a Japanese tea sweet (Wagashi) confectioner and Tea Ceremony Instructor who has been studying the Japanese Tea Ceremony for nearly four decades. She has performed Tea gatherings and presented on Japanese cuisine related to tea ceremony throughout the tri-state area for almost as long.
Philip holds a Master's degree in art history focused on Japanese architecture, and is a student of Tea for over 15 years. Part of his Tea education included a year-long fellowship at the Urasenke Gakuen Professional College of Chado in Kyoto, Japan.
Both Marybeth and Philip are certified instructors of the Urasenke Chado Tradition as granted by the Urasenke Grandmaster in Kyoto, Japan.
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