JAPANESE GARDEN

in the Washington Park Arboretum

Tea Events

Shoseian Teahouse

Chado, the Way of Tea

Fall 2009, Washington Park Arboretum Japanese Garden, Arbor of the Murmuring Pines Teahouse

Experience the Japanese culture of tea in the tranquil setting of the Shoseian teahouse. Chado is a gift of hospitality that, through the medium of powdered green tea, offers sanctuary for the spirit in which to experience renewal. Transmitted since the 17th century by the Urasenke Konnichian of Kyoto, Japan, Chado weaves together aesthetic, social and spiritual aspects of Japanese culture.

How To Take Part

Observe a demonstration for free, participate in a tea gathering ($10) or attend a special seasonal event (prices vary). For participants, business attire or kimono is customary (kindly avoid jeans, bare feet, perfume and rings). Presentations last approximately 40 minutes.

Dates and Times

September:
Sunday, Sept. 13, 20, 27 at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.

October:
Sunday, Oct. 4, 11, 25 at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Tickets and Reservations

$10 per person. Tickets and reservations are available at the Japanese Garden or by calling (206) 684-4725. We recommend advance purchase.

For a complete listing of Chado demonstrations please visit the Urasenke Foundation Seattle Branch web site, www.urasenkeseattle.org.

Sponsored by the Urasenke Foundation Seattle Branch in cooperation with Seattle Parks and Recreation.