Tea Ceremony
The tea ceremony is a traditional Japanese ritual of preparing and tasting green matcha tea.
Tea Ceremony sessions
茶道
The tea ceremony, also known as sadō or the way of tea, is a traditional Japanese ritual of preparing and tasting green matcha tea. Its approach to harmony, respect for rules and others makes it a unique and unforgettable experience.
Schedule
Find below the dates of the upcoming workshops:
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Bordeaux
Bordeaux Saint Seurin
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1 January 2027
from 12h00 to 17h00
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Un air de thé en
33 rue Buhan, 33000 Bordeaux
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13 November 2026
from 15h00 to 16h00
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November
January
Registration
Sessions
Come and immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of Japan through a time-honoured Japanese tradition.
Led by our tea ceremony master Keiko Onishi, the session will unfold in a Zen atmosphere, evoking an era and a country steeped in tradition, where guests are always treated as royalty.
Our master will prepare, with the utmost care and precision, matcha green tea, served with water heated to the perfect temperature, then whisked steadily with a bamboo chasen until a light, even foam forms on the surface of the bowl. You observe. You listen. You breathe.
The tea ceremony at Matsukaze Bordeaux is divided into six parts:
- Welcome of guests and symbolic purification of the hands.
- Entry into the tea room, simply decorated with a calligraphed scroll and a seasonal flower, evoking an ancient Japan.
- Observation of the utensils carefully selected by the host (chawan, chasen, natsume…).
- Meticulous preparation of matcha tea by the host.
- Tasting of the tea by the guests, sometimes accompanied by Japanese wagashi sweets.
- Cleaning of the utensils by the host and mutual expressions of gratitude.
Not only does this allow you to savour authentic Japanese delicacies, but also to appreciate a timeless moment and reconnect with the values and very essence of life: finding inner peace.
One hour of calm, serenity and reconnection with yourself, away from technology and the noise of everyday life. Let go of your worries and see life from a new perspective during this tea ceremony session.
Teachers
Keiko Onishi
Tea Ceremony Master, Calligraphy Master and Japanese teacher.
Born and raised in Tokyo, she developed a passion for Japanese culture from a very young age. After meeting her Tea Ceremony master in middle school, she decided to begin studying this art.
After years of practising Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony), as well as Ikebana (flower arrangement), Kitsuke (Kimono art), Japanese calligraphy, Japanese cuisine, the art of Wagashi (traditional Japanese confectionery) and the Japanese language, she settled in France to share her rich and unique experience and philosophy of a culture she deeply cherishes.
Gallery
Japanese Tea Ceremony History
- History of Tea CeremonyJapanese Tea Ceremony is a traditional art inspired by Zen Buddhism where the practitioner prepares matcha (Japanese powdered green tea) in a codified ceremony in order to serve it to a small group of guests. Also called “the Way of Tea”, Chadō (茶道), it is a timeless moment where participants are dressed in kimonos (traditional… Read more: History of Tea Ceremony
Q&A
- Japanese Tea Ceremony: QnAFrom what age can one practice? Children can start from the age of 8 or 10, with a fun and visual approach. Adults find it an artistic and… Read more: Japanese Tea Ceremony: QnA