Chado, the Way of Tea

Presented in the Kashintei Tea House

Third Saturdays April-October
1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Included with Garden Admission

Join us in the Tea Garden for a presentation of tea prepared by Kashintei Kai. Chado presentations are offered at the Portland Japanese Garden on the third Saturday of every summer month at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Chado 茶道, the Way of Tea, is the practice of preparing, serving, and drinking Tea. Since the 15th century, it has been a study in preparing a bowl of powdered green tea (matcha 抹茶) as well as incorporating many of the arts of Japan. This elegant yet simple practice reflects the philosophy of the four principles of Tea:

Harmony: Wa 和
Respect: Kei 敬
Purity: Sei 清
Tranquility: Jaku 寂

From Chado: The Way of the Tea
by Wakai Dokokai,
Portland, Oregon