Meredith P.
4/28/2009
If you have any interest in Japanese culture - not the anime, but the actual ancient cultural heritage - you will want to make the Urasenke Foundation one of your "Must See" places in Honolulu....
Urasenke Foundation
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245 Saratoga Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815
The Urasenke Foundation in Honolulu, HI is a cultural organization that promotes the study and practice of traditional Japanese tea ceremony. It offers classes, workshops, and events to educate individuals on the history and significance of this ancient art form.
Through its programs and resources, the Urasenke Foundation aims to foster an appreciation for Japanese culture and provide a space for individuals to connect with others who share an interest in the tea ceremony. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rituals and aesthetics of this time-honored practice within the tranquil setting of the foundation.
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Roxy L.
4/29/2025
Very informative and calming tea ceremony you can participate in to learn and appreciate Japanese culture. Highly recommend! No charge, but we did offer a donation. There is no pressure to donate.
Kay N.
3/23/2014
ハワイのお茶会の裏千家は1951年度に遡ります。 第15代の家元となった千玄室が初めてホノルルに降り立ち、日本古来の茶の湯を伝来させたのです。 その頃は日系人の率がハワイ人口の３７％に及んでおり、茶の湯は瞬く間に広がり、その優雅で威厳のある日本の文化が外国で確立したのです。 当時初めて茶の湯を経験した人は、宗教的な感覚で自然、神、自分が一体になったと表現しています。 茶道は元々一家族が継承し...
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