Yoshitsugu Nagano
 Japanese Tea Ritual Master

In Japan, the ancient custom of Otsukimi—the Moon-Viewing Festival—takes place every September. Families give thanks for nature’s bounty by offering freshly harvested grains and vegetables to the moon. As a symbol of this gratitude, tsukimi dango—soft rice dumplings stacked in a pyramid—are placed beneath the moonlight, embodying both the beauty of the full moon and prayers for abundance.

In America, this season is also known as the time of the Harvest Moon, a tradition that shares the same reverence for nature’s blessings.

At this month’s tea ritual, we will embrace this spirit of harvest and gratitude. A seasonal kaiseki meal prepared with freshly gathered grains will accompany the tea. Though held during the day, the tea room will be illuminated only by the gentle glow of traditional Japanese candles, creating a timeless atmosphere where we may quietly reflect on the season and the moon.

Together, let us honor the changing of time, the abundance of the harvest, and the serene beauty of the moon.

I look forward to welcoming you to this special occasion!

 

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Dress code:

Western style clothes are acceptable. No sleeveless shirts, or short mini skirts. Please bring a clean pair of white socks. (We have some extra)

Please take off jewelry and watches.
 

Precautions:

• In the event of cancellation by the customer less than two weeks prior to the tea ritual, the ticket will not be refunded or changed to another tea ritual.

• If you arrive after the start time, you could not join the ritual in the middle of the ceremony after it has begun, as it will interfere with the ritual. Please be sure to arrive at the venue before the start of the ritual. If you fail to arrive in time, we will not be able to refund your ticket or change your ticket to another tea ritual.

• The images are a record of the tea ceremonies we have held so far. They do not show the contents of this tea ceremony.

• The staff will take pictures of the tea ceremony. Please note that the images taken may be used for publicity purposes at a later date.
   

Sponsor:

Globus Family / Nippon Cha / Ueda Soko-ryu