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I recently attended a Japanese tea making ceremony and thought I would share some cultural tidbits with the Panasonic forum. Tea preparation is an art and originally reserved exclusively for women in ancient Japan, but now is a hobby that all people can take part in. Form and precision are emphasized, a common re-occuring theme in Japanese culture. It is harder than it looks...I had a chance to give it a try...well, let's just say I won't be posting any pictures of me:G
Our hosts, dressed in the traditional Kimono. ![]() The main ingredient - green tea, made from crushed and powdered green tea leaves. ![]() Green tea container and mixing bowl. ![]() The set where preparation takes place - boiled water on the right. The cup is wiped several times before beginning. ![]() Picking up the laddle, very specific holding procedure. ![]() A laddle full of water ![]() Pouring the water in to the cup - half in, half back into the pot. ![]() Mixing of the green tea powder and boiled water. ![]() Served with a bow ![]() Eaten with a traditional rice cake with sweet red bean paste inside. A snack fit for a shogun ![]() ![]() Thanks for looking! |
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A very interesting, colorful, and well exposed series. Thanks for this insight into a part of the Japenese culture.
The blurred hand in the mixing photo is perfect. |
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Very informative series. Good color and sharpness while telling an interesting story. I enjoyed it very much. All are very good photos BTW.
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Interesting and well done photos.
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