"The Japanese tea ceremony, also called the Way of Tea, is a Japanese cultural activity involving the ceremonial preparation and presentation of matcha, powdered green tea. The manner in which it is performed, or the art of its performance, is called otemae. Zen Buddhism was a primary influence in the development of the tea ceremony."

~ Wikipedia

The Ryurei style tea ceremony by Maiko Katsuru. Photo by Onihide

Katsue, a high ranking maiko of Kamishichiken, one of Kyoto's five hanamachi (flower towns:geisha entertainment districts). Photo by Melissa Rose Chasse

Naokazu is a young maiko in her second year of training in the Kamishichiken district. Katsuryu, behind her, debuted only last month. Photo by Melissa Rose Chasse

Geiko Mamechika prepares tea before Miyako Odori, the annual spring dance of the Gion Kobu district. Her younger sister, Mamechiho (the most popular maiko in Gion), waits patiently until it is ready to serve to the guests. Photo by Melissa Rose Chasse

Photo by ajpscs

The Plum Blossom Festival. Photo by Melissa Rose Chasse

Preparing Green Tea by Vincent Yeow

Photo by ajpscs

Japanese Tea Ceremony by Morten Rand-Hendriksen

A Private Tea Ceremony by Marser

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