What Actually Goes on During the 4 Hour Long Japanese Tea Ceremony

[@samuelwood1494]

"Sorry mom I can't go home, I know it's a school night but... the boys are having a tea ceremony"

[@solar_genesis]

I know its 11pm but you'll never guess; just as we finished the tea ceremony a guy turned up and started another one

[@gcanaday1]

Now it's tomorrow and I have to pee so bad

[@nipuniperera9918]

That sounds more like a form of meditation than a social gathering.

[@Fenrisson]

I think it's a bit of both.

[@RadenWA]

It’s also a full course meal, apparently.

[@chxrish72]

i think it’s meant to be more of a renewal thing than a fellowship thing. most religions do be live that a gathering will help with mental and spiritual results so that’s probably why it’s a slightly social gathering

[@blackknightjack3850]

Well, it seems to have deep Zen roots, so that's probably by design.

[@DannyJane.]

It's unutterably beautiful and graceful and left me feeling peaceful and happy.

[@AnaReginaNica]

I actually have a personal and hilarious history about this ceremony: I live in the biggest Japanese city outside Japan (Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil), and had the happiness to learn a little about the culture. A Japanese friend did teach me how to prepare the koi-cha, and she was very happy, because I was doing it with the utmost care (I was really curious to try it, and actually didn't want to drink a bad tea at the end for my bad macha making skills). I drank it, expecting a wonderful drink and... well, I guess you can imagine my reaction. My friend couldn't hold it and started to laugh uncontrollably at my expression. She said Brazilians' sour face was already part of the ceremony at this point, and I promised to still make the face if we poured some sugar in there. Today, I can drink it without making "the face", as she always remembers me, and we can do the entire tea ceremony without any incident, but that first experience was truly unforgettable.

[@OnLifeandLove]

In my first tea ceremony (it was a casual one so only an hour), only usu cha was served, and it was a bit bitter but totally okay.

[@samsanimationcorner3820]

I've been drinking unsweetened tea since I was a kid. My dad would make iced tea and bring outside with for when we did yard work.

[@didepux251]

4 hours?? wow i didn't expect that!!! i would love to be in a tea ceremony one day.....

[@Englishroserebecca]

I went to a tea ceremony while in Japan. Everything from the beautiful tea house to the amazing zen garden in all its radiant simplicity to the hostess who was pure elegance, the sweets and the tea and pottery, the atmosphere and sounds. It was like being in a different atmosphere was so serene and relaxing. I wish I could experience that every day. That one experience has changed the way I treat my visitors to my home, how I greet them and serve them coffee or tea. I always get the lounge room prepared now and buy fresh flowers.. make the room as uncluttered and beautiful as I can.

[@BigPanda096]

Its definitely something that makes you look at life different. The ichigo ichie bit of the ceremony when i participated really stuck with me. Truly a different experience. I tell all my friends to try going to an authentic one at least once. I went in Kyoto in my younger years. Truly a different world, one i wish i could live in.

[@TheCunningLinguist]

I'm always fascinated by the quality of this channel. It's so concise, informative and fun to watch!

[@TorToroPorco]

Perfection requires patience. This is the opposite of instant gratification, far more contemplative. 65k subs, slowly getting closer to 100k.

[@OrderSerpah]

Strangely, I feel like there’s more pressure than relaxation

[@TehPieLuver]

Same, I love ritualistic traditions like this but I’d be too scared to mess something up or appear rude if I were to take part in one

[@DuskSunDawn]

@@TehPieLuver True.

[@DylanBegazo]

It strange at all. Because you are correct.

[@lottaraatikainen3942]

I guess it depends on how well acquainted you are with tea ceremony. If you have studied it long enough you'll know what is expected from you and how to behave and these start to come naturally. I'm actually just reading a book about wabi and sabi by a Finnish researcher who made her doctoral dissertation about the subject in a Japanese university and has also a diploma from the Urasenke school in Japan. The book is very much about old poetry and tea ceremony, and I've just reached the part where she writes about Rikyū after having first introduced his predecessors Shukō and Jō-ō. According to her Rikyū was a very experimenting person who liked to try new ways to arrange the ceremony and introduced lots of things that after him became the staple of the ceremony. Perhaps the ceremony was a bit more relaxed in his days since you didn't quite know what to expect from him ;)

[@PhocksTheFox]

Yes. This sounds like a very bothersome experience for everyone involved.

[@diehgo_sp]

I'd surely be honored by being considered worthy to experience this once in life at least.

[@UniverseBlackHole]

For me Japanese tradition looks like it telling you ,slow down, take a break and appreciate the little thing around you. In my eyes that part of ceremony when they look for 5 minutes at one bowl or one flower in a vase is that appreciation of little things that surrounds you.

[@nononono3421]

In a way it exercises our ability to connect with the world, to narrow the separation between perception and introspection.

[@TheOriginalJenafire]

Wow.. I had no idea how in depth it is. What a fascinating tradition!

[@Your_Local_WeirdWeeb]

I always see a Japanese Tea Ceremony as a performance, it just feels so grand to me, like a blast to the past, it's filled to the prim with history and tradition, plus with all of the beatiful tea set, it just looks so amazing!

[@daylearmstrong4447]

Honestly sounds fantastic. The fact everyone speaks as little as possible is one of the most appealing aspects in my opinion

[@hollish196]

This is just wonderful to know. I had no idea how complex the ceremonies are; even though I had knowledge about tea ceremonies by reading historical novels set in Japan. None offered this level of detail.

[@eclairesrhapsodos5496]

Imagine going to tea ceremony at morning before work each day, and after work wisiting onsen. Feels like heaven, cant wait to visit Japan.

[@sejembalm]

A four-hour tea ceremony... that just seems totally insane. Even the half-hour tea ceremonies seem a bit long. Thanks for presenting these informative videos, Shogo!

[@rosannashe6313]

I truly enjoy your content - very educational as well as enjoyable, I am going through all of your videos this weekend. You and your family are lovely and you have such interesting stories!

[@Razorpig378]

I greatly enjoyed your videos. I've been to Japan only once and had a wonderful time except for my size, 6'5". The people were so accommodating and friendly. Tokyo was a bit fast moving but Takamatsu was very slow compared to. I'd love to visit again and visit other cities. Just hope my hight doesn't hamper me.

[@n.e.g4865]

4 hours is longer than some video games these days.

[@anouksurmenian4257]

And that’s the Tea 👀🍵

[@nickimontie]

I observed a tea ceremony 20 years ago, and I appreciate this video so much! Arigato gozaimashita! ♡

[@dakotatwilight]

Thank you for this excellent explanation. I knew it was long in sections with a deep philosophy within. You explain it so well.

[@Scarlettie303]

Your baby was so so sweet!! I bet she's so big now lol!! That was a great introduction and explanation. Thank you!❤

[@zetawolfgang5106]

You videos are always so well structured and prepared. Thank you.

[@signalzero77]

I would be honored to attend a tea ceremony. This sounds awesome!

[@dhanvirsingh5074]

The Japanese tea ceremony, or *chanoyu*, is a meditative ritual that can last up to four hours, embodying Japan's cultural philosophy of mindfulness and appreciation of the present moment. In contrast to America's rapid development and efficiency, the tea ceremony reflects Japan's belief in the importance of patience, inner growth, and the depth of experience. This ritual highlights a cultural difference, where Japan values the quality and harmony of each step in development, emphasizing introspection and tradition over speed. The story suggests that true progress involves more than just outward achievements-it requires balance and reflection. The story portrays Japan's remarkable efficiency, where workers accomplish a week's worth of tasks in a single day. Despite their rapid pace, the Japanese balance this with the ancient tea ceremony, a four-hour meditation that emphasizes mindfulness and inner peace. This ritual contrasts with America's focus on fast development, symbolizing Japan's belief in quality over speed. The phrase "Jhen ki den" (gift of Zen) reflects this harmony between fast-paced work and deep meditation, showcasing how Japan merges rapid productivity with the calm wisdom of its traditions, excelling in both efficiency and cultural depth.

[@Misakimori_NM]

i though it just last 30-60 minutes, then after i watch this explaination, now i understand why it takes 4 hours long thank you for ur explaination shogo🙏 :)

[@Handleitt1]

I was reading a wagashi based manga where the unskilled co host unintentionally asked the guest if they wanted a new cup of tea. It was scandalous considering that was a way of saying to hurry up and leave. 😂 I’m American so now I’m here.

[@simplelifeofmine888]

Is this watashi wa douka shiteru?

[@Handleitt1]

@@simplelifeofmine888 You got it right 😆

[@Ayumu20076]

Oh god, if I got myself there I would get myself hurt if my feet folded.

[@ThePandafriend]

There are small seiza stools which can help with that nowadays which you can bring with you.

[@BigPanda096]

Shogo is so right. The garden js truly a different feeling altogether. Time almost slows, and if you just relax you feel like youve entered a whole different world. Its so enjoyable and serene, truly a reset of the mind in the best possible way.

[@lottaraatikainen3942]

Thank you for this informative video! Long time ago when we had a beginner's course of Japanese language in the polytechnic where I studied we were shown a short video about the tea ceremony where the guests were a mother who was throughoutly acquainted with the ceremony and her little daughter whom she was discreetly guiding through the procedure by showing example. It was very nice to watch but not quite as easy to comprehend than this one.

[@nightal78]

Thanks for sharing the information of the tea ceremony with the world as I have been very curious about the tradition.

[@hanahana5740]

Wow! So wonderful♡ You're excellent! Shogo-san. It's very precise and specific in details but concise. I'd like to become a person who can explain about our Japanese "茶道" like you do🍵. Thank you for sharing this movie in KZbin😊

[@victorc7421]

This video deserves far more views.

[@miathapapaya]

The whole process sounds relaxing and even invigorating

[@estevegalvantorres6584]

After watching this video I really want to learn the tea ceremony 🍵. I live in Tokyo so maybe I can find a place to learn 😊 Great video! As always ❤️

[@rafasilvio8194]

Awesome! It's amazing how the Japanese are so respectful with everything! What a brilliant nation! Greetings from Rio - Brazil

[@_knotgood_1371]

TY for all your hard work and content contributions

[@malaskolacaja5853]

Loved this! A great summary of the ceremony.👏👏👏 Thanks a lot!

[@Psych0boost]

4 hour vibe session

[@NecrochildK]

I really would love to see an entire video on kaiseki. In the virtual world, Second Life, there are a few geisha houses and sometime in the mid 2000s, I was friends with the geishas and okiya of one group as I made sushi that I sold in a shop space I rented on their land. They did their best to study and emulate every aspect possible of geisha schooling and practice and one year they asked for me to make the kaiseki meal for them. Living in the US, it was very very difficult to find information on it at the time, let alone find examples of dishes and even images of the ingredients suitable enough to make into textures for the models I made, but it was so fascinating and beautiful. I think it was one of my favorite projects of all time alongside making custom hina dolls that were presented to the geisha at their coming of age ceremony. For me it could have only been a more memorable experience if it had been in real life and not making cg models in a virtual environment.

[@matias5817]

Every other place: - Hey man, want some tea? -- Yes, please. - Here you go. -- Thanks. Japan: - Can I offer you some tea? -- Yes, please. - Let me cancel my whole agenda for today first. -- ...

[@gyounce1]

I definitely want to attend one! I always have, but now with this knowledge, I am more excited to be able to enjoy the peacefulness of it all.

[@damned0guy]

That sounds so relaxing and calming

[@BasilBeesLair]

Honestly, that all sound so peaceful...

[@antiZymotic]

Sounds absolutely magical to take time to be quiet and enjoy sounds and sensations over voices and opinions. I think most people could benefit from that today. 🤔

[@AngelaMerici12]

Wow!! Thanks for the explanation. I didn't know you could make a tea ceremony with 1 thousand people 😲!

[@EmersonKeeling]

So many steps to make it a wonderful experience. The escapism into a not so distance past, from outside looking in, it sounds very peaceful.

[@tobymak4990]

Amazing. Expand so detail. 🍵👍🍩

[@gunpowdertea2553]

Thank you so much for theses wonderful videos. I enjoy them very much.

[@queenofnevers6990]

Honestly reminds me of the Passover eve ceremony.

[@ndnofmana521]

I think you explained the experience of walking through nature (garden) just fine

[@darthszarych5588]

I would like to participate in a ceremony some day they sound so lovely. Id be scared of messing up the etiquate tho.

[@aruthorcarly]

I already watch Arakawa Under Bridge and with confidence, i can do tea ceremony with high wabisabi. Like a man of culture

[@kakalukium]

So I watched this entire video with my daily tea (ほうじ茶) and tiny dessert (today was 素甘) and I feel so relaxed and warm. I miss Japan 😭

[@_Kita]

Thank you for sharing this! During either spring or summer of this year I will be going on a tour to japan and a tea ceremony is one of the things that I'll get to experience so I watched this so I know how is it like and how I should act during the ceremony. I will share this to some other friends who are coming on the tour too.

[@samsanimationcorner3820]

We just did a tea ceremony for my Japanese class today. It was amazing.

[@miraclemay24]

Tea ceremonies seem so calmly

[@RazeAVillage]

Thank you so much for explaining the general "how to" of a Japanese tea ceremony. I imagine participating in one could be very peaceful and contemplative. Going in unprepared would result in disaster though. Unfortunately, I don't have occasion to use the instructions given in this video. I am curious, are there places in Japan where tourists can participate in a tea ceremony?

[@blogoosfera]

Thank You for this video.

[@chalk4074]

I always watch your videos for fun and to find out something intresting, but we had to make a presentation about diffrent tea ceremonies and this video was enough to make the whole presentation All i had to do was shorten the text and translate it

[@teleny2]

I can remember cooking a keiseki...Loveliest Summer Morn I ever spent.

[@v-doc5230]

extremely interesting. Thank you very much for this inspiring insight. :)

[@WhiteHawk_95]

I find 4 hours pretty okay for a joyful experience.

[@Asset80]

I would love to do this. Seems so peaceful.

[@SteveBoobJobs]

Ha! What a coincidence- NHK just dropped a Trails to Oishii episode talking about Matcha and the 4-hour tea ceremony.

[@NanaViveirosKimie]

Wow, awesome... I'd love to take a day to participate in a ceremony one day ❤️

大学のとき少々習いました。外国（トルコ）の大学ですからほとんどお盆式でしたが、勉強になりました。いつか日本で習いたいです。三千家はもちろん織部流を習いたいです。そして瀬戸黒の茶碗をはじめほかの茶器をも見たいです。

[@JUSTENization]

Im glad you’ve shortened the whole thing in 16:55

[@EcoFactswithRohana]

Thank you very much Its seems complete explanation about tea ceremony. I watch this video to collect some information about my story book . Thanks again its help a lot.

[@lilelly16]

I dearly hope that I will one day have the chance to witness and participate in a tea ceremony 🙏

[@iumitakeda8243]

Types of tea ceremony depend 1 how many people will join 2 what time of the day will take place 3 what school you belong to Basic 4 hours tea ceremony 1 the guests gathering together a cup of hot water 2 the hosts welcome the guest in silence . Enjoy the sound of nature 3 burning charcoal to adjust the temperature of the room , Eating kaiseki and Main sweet 4 a short break - the host change the scroll to flowers 5 drinking 2 kinds of Macha

[@saturn_in_blue]

Thanks to anime I've always had the impression that the main purpose of tea cermony was as a tool for snobby, "old money", parents to abuse their kids and make them feel inadequate. It's nice to get a real life perspective on what it's actually all about.

[@smallorphan1192]

Well it use to be that’s what it was all about… tea ceremony use to be basically just for royalty and daimyo etc, there were wars over tea instruments for that reason, but it changed because of Sen No Rikyu. Tea rooms use to be large lavished rooms for the wealthy to flex their expensive tea equipment. More developed because of sen no Tokyo though, the entirety of wabi sabi even beyond chado was refined by him that was initially introduced from his master Takeeno Joo.

[@Morbid-k8b]

I’m going to do the tea ceromoney with classmates on a Japanese trip! I can’t wait :)

[@epipen22]

Next time I visit Kyoto, I would very much like to experience this!

[@arashickarened]

I love the tea sweets!!! But watching this video made me realise how many mistakes I made during the tea ceremony I attended... I must have looked rude omg

[@trkimura]

My relatives took my brother to a 4 hour tea ceremony. He loved it!

[@rebeccasjodal9769]

I wish I knew this back in 2009 when I studied in Kyoto. It would have made it so much easier to avoid misunderstandings😅

[@Adeno]

Question! What happens if the guest or host needs to pee or poo? Four hours is a very long time. They also drink lots of liquids during the ceremony, their bladder must be facing a huge challenge during those times haha :D

[@carmillal6409]

The guest/host should know that it will be a 4 hour ceremony and didn't drink too much before the ceremony lol

[@carmillal6409]

@@jobdylan5782 i agree but that work for me lol

[@buenoloco4455]

I'm sure the last time Host needed to use toilet was 4 months ago. I think they can hold it. I don't know about the guests

[@ben-chan420]

During the break seems like a reasonable time to excuse yourself briefly to go take a whizz if need be

[@incanusolorin2607]

@@ben-chan420 In the garden

[@lizawinslow4773]

Excellent!!!!

[@vilena5308]

Sounds very meditative.

[@isaabdullahi9097]

Truly enthralled with Japanese formalism. Alot is surely lost in all cultures with advance of civilization... makes one wonder if it's worth it

[@anhthiensaigon]

irrelevant question, at part 4. A short break, do they allow smoking during that break or is that considered bringing impurity into the body? Thanks Shogo.

[@absintheminded8466]

He hearted your comment but didn't answer your question but I want to know too

[@mamesmck5236]

I'm wondering if you're allowed to use the bathroom 😬

[@tyreesetranh4074]

Tobacco (assuming that's the substance you're referring to) was (is?) traditionally served to guests during the usucha part of the tea ceremony-not as sigs, but as shredded tobacco and kiseru (pipes) in a tabako bon (shallow box, typically of rosewood or ebony). So maybe a quick smoke outside and away from other guests would be acceptable if done discreetly.

[@Agent-dq5dv]

Hi!!! Big fan from the Philippines!

[@BlackSakura33]

I just discovered your channel. Great content.

[@lawrencecole6527]

I like your videos!

[@AisyClear]

I will admit, I always told myself, if I ever visit Japan I want to experience a Tea Ceremony ! But hearing this I feel I ain't worthy [sweats] I'd be mortified to mess things up. Or is there a special ceremony specifically for foreigners ? Do you simply not speak at all to simplify things if they can't speak the language ?

[@sonial.3332]

I’ve seen some tea places that hold a class before the tea ceremony so you know what you are doing .

[@mariajk975]

So fascinating..the entire place and utensils must be so beautiful and carefully taken care of Sounds like an amazing experience to take a break from our stressful routine 💕

[@marie-heleneleclerc3181]

It would be interesting to have a video on Sen no Rikyu in order to learn about the philosophy of the tea ceremony.

[@jeanfish7]

My host house had it's own tea ceremony area. Charcoal brazier, very soothing. If I remember correctly, we had to go through almost a crawl space into the room

[@greendayfan1041]

there soo many rules i would be too scared to take part in one.

[@roseandstem8054]

Japanese culture is so fascinating.

[@waynejohnson3909]

Amazing

[@weetiewhitfield5275]

You should do a video series of all the different types =)

[@mydanshi6500]

What would happen if a guest needed to use the bathroom during the ceremony?

[@teaceremonyintokyo]

There is always bathroom nearby the large room where they have the meal and they should be a rest room area in the garden too, it’s mandatory if you want to receive your guests in the best way. The guests ( or the host ) will know when there is a break time and you can have your free time then.

[@shinyanovikov2502]

I know that a lot goes on in thouse four hours. But I am Catholic and in a Catholic mass more goes in within just an hour of mass. Such much goes on within just this one hour that even someone who goes to mass every week for three would be familiar because there is just so much to memorize. If you decide to go just to let you know anyone who isn't Catholic or Orthodox Christan can't take the ucares wich is the thing that they consume during mass.

[@shinyanovikov2502]

Fr. Casey coal has a great playlist on his KZbin channel about what really goes on at a Catholic mass.

[@jupamoers]

I'm too impatient for a 4 hour long tea ceremony without any talking 😂

[@princekrazie]

Tea climax be like 🍵 🫖 🥵😳

[@vitraillight9420]

I'm shocked that it takes 4 hrs. I feel a little tensed on how much silent required. But still want to participate in one.

[@leodouskyron5671]

Feels like you need to have studied the Tea Ceremony just to attend.

[@mattie3867]

I understand completely. Tea time also takes me four hours.

[@katekim591]

You will be fired!