Share Japanese hospitality to the world
Chazen is the creation of Rie Takeda, a master of tea ceremony (and expert in green tea), she has traveled the world to convey the spirit of tea ceremony and spread joy, friendliness at work. mine. The Chazen experience in Ginza is an expression of this same mission, but unlike her impromptu tea services abroad - usually conducted outdoors, under a red umbrella - Chazen in Ginza is right In its original form, most of it was executed by its founder, Sen Rikyu, more than 400 years ago.
Simple space
Do not let Chazen's position affect your expectations. In the heart of Tokyo, on the fourth floor of an indescribable building next to the bustling Kabuki theater, Chazen's facility seemed useless with a cramped lounge just a few steps from the elevator door. Be patient: in the moment a gentle woman in a beautiful kimono shows you through the nijiriguchi (entrance) to enter the actual chashitsu (tea room) of the tatami mattress and the decor season (calligraphy scroll and ikebana flower arrangement), as well as other necessary props - hibachi (charcoal furnace), chagama (cast iron kettle) and chadana (tea shelf for jars and utensils) different).
A relaxing and memorable experience
The conversation during the tea ceremony can be on any topic, but Ms. Tanaka used this opportunity to convey to us the different meanings and purposes of this tradition. I had completely relaxing and memorable experiences. Matcha (green tea powder) and chagashi (seasonal tea) are both delicious, but almost more than the pleasure of taste, it is in Ms. Tanaka, her movements are very precise, gracious and leisurely, making For that time it was unforgettable and reminded me, yes, there is something very special about Japanese hospitality.
45 minutes experience in Chazen requires advance booking. All details are on the website http://www.chazen-co.jp/ or in English on http://www.chazen-us.com/.
