Upcoming Matcha Workshops & Cultural Events In New York
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A Series of Matcha Time for Mindfulness II at Kosaka
Experience the timeless beauty and mindfulness of Japanese tea culture through our carefully curated four-part workshop series.
Dates: June 8, June 13, August 3 & August 10
Time: 1:00 pm (75 minutes)
Location: Kosaka, 220 West 13th Street, NYC
Price: $60 per session
Join us for a four-part workshop series that gently invites you into the heart of Japanese tradition through the quiet ritual of matcha.
Each 75-minute session explores a unique element of The Way of Tea (Japanese tea ceremony), offering not only hands-on practice in preparing matcha but also thoughtful insight into its cultural and aesthetic meaning.
This is more than a class—it’s a moment to slow down, reconnect with the present, and deepen your appreciation for the beauty of Japanese traditions. After each session, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and inspired.
Tickets for the June 8th workshop, The Art of the Tea Bowl, are on sale now!
What You’ll Experience:
High-Quality Matcha
Savor premium matcha from Uji, Kyoto, known for its vibrant color, rich umami, and grounding energy.Special Tea Bowls
Use a handcrafted chawan by ceramic artist Kifumi Kawamura from Kamakura, created in a traditional climbing kiln once used by Rosanjin Kitaoji.Sweet Pairings
Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and refined Western-style sweets, thoughtfully chosen to harmonize with the matcha.
Individual Workshop Descriptions:
June 8 at 1 pm— Workshop 1: The Art of the Tea Bowl
The tea bowl is more than a vessel — it is the spiritual centerpiece of the way of tea (the tea ceremony). In this session, you’ll experience bowls shaped by time, hand, and fire, and learn how their weight, texture, and imperfections express the wabi-sabi aesthetic. We'll explore the quiet presence of Kifumi Kawamura’s work and how much the tea bowl itself affects the act of drinking matcha.
July 13 at 1 pm: Workshop 2: An Essential Tool for Tea – The Tea Whisk
The chasen, or bamboo whisk, is essential for preparing a proper bowl of matcha. In this workshop, you'll use a whisk handcrafted by master artisan Tango Tanimura, whose family has been crafting tea whisks for 20 generations, all created from a single piece of bamboo. You'll also learn about the artistry behind the chasen and how to care for it to ensure it remains in excellent condition for years to come.
August 3 at 1 pm: Workshop 3: The Charm of Urushi
Urushi (Japanese lacquer) brings timeless elegance and quiet strength to daily life. Once so revered, it was called “Japan.” This art & craft continues to enrich both art and everyday objects. In this session, you’ll explore its history, care, and unique beauty. Urushi is also used in Kintsugi, the art of mending broken ceramics with gold—a brief introduction will be included.
August 10 at 1 pm: Workshop 4: The Way of Tea and Zen
The final workshop returns to the essence of chanoyu: stillness, awareness, and gratitude. We’ll explore the Zen philosophy that underpins the way of tea (known as the tea ceremony) through silence, seasonal sweets, and tea shared in the presence. This is a gentle and soulful conclusion to the summer series, inviting you to carry the spirit of tea into your everyday life.
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