Japan is known for its rich culture. Food is a big part of it, and I am thoroughly enjoying sampling my way through the whole range of culinary offerings so far.
The last week of April, however, took my cultural education to the next step.
I was invited to a traditional Japanese tea ceremony of the type "Shogo-no-Chaji". The whole course took about 5 hours. (Usually it's only 4, but the host was giving us special treatment.) I cannot possibly describe it in words. Suffice it to say that it was a great honor. If you ever have the opportunity to participate in such an event, do not miss it! Sorry, no pictures. There wasn't really a good moment to pull out my cell phone and aim it randomly at objects and people...
The last week of April, however, took my cultural education to the next step.
I was invited to a traditional Japanese tea ceremony of the type "Shogo-no-Chaji". The whole course took about 5 hours. (Usually it's only 4, but the host was giving us special treatment.) I cannot possibly describe it in words. Suffice it to say that it was a great honor. If you ever have the opportunity to participate in such an event, do not miss it! Sorry, no pictures. There wasn't really a good moment to pull out my cell phone and aim it randomly at objects and people...
