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      [SAMPLE] The Significance of the Tea Utensils

      Urasenke Tea Ceremony

      · Introduction to Tea Ceremony

      The utensils used in the tea ceremony, such as the tea bowl (chawan), tea whisk(chasen), and tea caddy(natsume), cloth napkin(fukusa) and small cleaning cloth (chakin), and scoop(chashaku), are not merely functional; they are works of art that carry their own stories. Each piece is chosen with care and often reflects the season or occasion, contributing to the overall aesthetic and spiritual experience of the ceremony. Understanding the significance of these items can deepen one's appreciation for the art of tea and the thoughtful nature of the ceremony. The Urasenski tea ceremony uses the philosophy of Chado which is Wa (harmony), Kei (respect), Sei (purity) and Jaku. The Chasen is used to whisk the macha (green tea) with the water to form harmony betwen flavor, aroma and the sound of the ocean. The Natsume,chashku and chawan are all used in showing repect to the preparers guest and to nature. Fuskusa and chakin are used in the ceremony to clean or purifiy the tea utensils before serving guest. The most import is Jaku. Jaku brings together all the element of the ceremony in such a way as to allow the guest to leave this world's stresses and relax and enjoy not only the tea but the other guest.

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