Japanese Tea Ceremony with Matcha Tasting

Experience the traditional art of the Japanese tea ceremony. Learn about Japanese culture and the important philosophy behind the tea ceremony. This presentation not only offers a demonstration of traditional Matcha preparation using authentic tools, but zen philosophies which may also apply to daily life. Discover how Matcha is harvested, its history, how to make/use it, how to differenciate between different grades, and how to conserve it.
Reina Sakao is a fourth-generation tea house and Urasenke tea instructor who trained at the Urasenke School in Japan where her family owns and operates a tea plantation in Shizuoka. Reina has over 10 years of experience with the Japanese tea ceremony (second-degree Urasenke tea ceremony instructor).

This program is generously supported by a donation from Adrian and Ange Rocca.

Registration is required. Please register at the front desk or by calling 416-394-5170.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email at accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail at 416-393-7099 to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.