Our Team Member’s New Project: “Chaberi-ba” – A Japanese Tea Circle for Mothers
On November 11, the very first gathering of a new community circle called “Chaberi-ba” was held in the quiet neighbourhood of Fushimi, […]
Author: Machi
World O-CHA Festival 2025
On October 24th and 25th, our team members Machi and Anna attended the World O-CHA Festival held in Shizuoka, Japan. This international […]
Tea in Japanese Language: Ocha wo Nigosu
The Playful Side of Japanese Idioms with 茶 Even if you do not speak Japanese, chances are you already know at least […]
Tea Film “Every Day a Good Day” (日日是好日)
Every Day a Good Day (日日是好日 nichi nichi korekoujitsu) is both a book and a film adaptation that quietly explores the world […]
Tsukimi: Japan’s Moon Viewing Tradition and Autumn Dumplings
In Japan, the Moon Viewing Festival, or Tsukimi/Otsukimi, is closely associated with the “mid autumn full moon,” called Chushu no Meigetsu. The […]
Discovering Tanabata: The Star Festival of Japan
When people think of Japanese summer traditions, one beautiful event stands out: Tanabata (七夕、たなばた), also known as the Star Festival. Celebrated on […]
Minazuki: Kyoto’s Triangular Sweet That Tastes Like Summer
It literally means “month without water,” yet it refers to June, which falls right in the middle of Japan’s rainy season. In […]
Tea in Japanese Language: Chacha wo Ireru, Chakasu, and Ochame
The Playful Side of Japanese Idioms with 茶 Even if you do not speak Japanese, chances are you already know at least […]