Japanese Tea Ceremony

Experience the art of the Japanese tea ceremony amidst the stunning Sakura floral display in Flower Dome. Also known as Chanoyu or Chado, this centuries-old tradition involves the graceful preparation and serving of matcha, accompanied by a Japanese sweet. Witness a live demonstration by tea masters from Omotesenke Hoseikai Singapore and Chado Urasenke Tankokai Singapore Association. Visitors may choose to experience the tea ceremony on a pay-as-you-like basis, with all proceeds going to Gardens by the Bay’s Gift of Gardens community outreach programme, that provides complimentary access to the cooled conservatories to beneficiaries from various social service agencies.

Tea Ceremony
Demonstration

Cha Kabuki by Omotesenke Hoseikai

Delve into the rich history of Japanese tea with Cha Kabuki, a distinctive practice of the Omotesenke tea tradition. This refined tea-tasting practice invites participants to sharpen their senses, memorise the nuances of different teas, and identify them through a guided tasting. Savour exquisite tea beneath our Sakura trees while engaging in an immersive cultural experience of Japan.

The session is hosted by Omotesenke Hoseikai, founded by Professor Tomoko Ueda to promote the philosophy of chanoyou(茶の湯) and the omotesenke(表千家) tradition of sado(茶道). Today, Hoseikai-Singapore has grown to more than 300 members across varying levels of mastery, including Singaporeans and non-Japanese practitioners.

Chado by Urasenke Singapore

Urasenke is one of the main schools of the Japanese tea ceremony. Established in June 1991, the non-profit Chado Urasenke Tankokai Singapore Association brings people from all walks of life together through "The Way of Tea".

Here, Urasenke presents the Chabako procedure, which translates to “tea box”. Designed for travel and outdoor settings, this portable style of tea preparation allows tea to be enjoyed almost anywhere. It reflects the adaptability and quiet simplicity at the heart of the Way of Tea.

Brought to you in partnership with Embassy of Japan and Japan Creative Centre.