Tea Ceremony

Question 1

who is Sen no Rikyu

Answer 1

Perfected the procedure of making tea.
▪ the order of movements
▪ the size of tearoom or tea utensils.
o Emphasized the spiritual aspects of tea
o Integrated Zen and tea as a unified whole

Question 2

Philosophy of Sado

Answer 2

Wa = harmony
Kei = respect
Sei = purity
Jaku = tranquility

Question 3

Two styles of tea gatherings

Answer 3

Chaji (formal)
* 1-4 guests
* up to 4 hours

Chakai (Informal)
* larger number of guests
* 30 mins - 1 hour

Question 4

How do you drink tea as a guest

Answer 4

1. Respect: Holding the bowl with both hands, the guest makes
   a bow of respect. The guest then drinks after turning the
   bowl two times clockwise.
2. Drinking: Usually drink the tea with 2 ½ -3 ½ sips.
   All of the tea in the bowl is consumed.
3. Viewing of utensils:
   Turn the tea bowl back and place it on the tatami to take a
   closer look at it from the front.