茶の湯とはただ湯をわかし

茶をたてて飲むばかり事と知るべし。

“Tea is only this;  boil the water, make the tea, and drink it properly.”  

A typical lesson is centered around mastering procedures for setting charcoal and making tea.  

In addition, students also learn about:

•      Zen expressions
•      the history of Tea
•      art, architecture and crafts (pottery, lacquerware, bamboo work, etc)
•      poetry and how it reflects the seasons
•      Japanese confections, incense, flowers
•      graceful movements
•      basic manners
•      caring for tea tools

様々な点前（炭、薄茶、濃茶）を練習しながら、日本の文化や品のあるところも勉強します。

• 禅語
• 茶の歴史
• 芸術・建築・工芸
• 詩歌
• 和菓子
• 茶花
• 優雅な所作
• 礼法の基本
• 茶道具の扱い方

The purpose of this regular study is to prepare students for attending and hosting tea gatherings.  Throughout the year, there will be opportunities to attend tea gatherings. Students will also work together to host their own tea gatherings.  

一年を通して茶会への参加の機会があり、　生徒同士で協力して茶事を催す事を目指します。