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Discover the intricate world of tatami sizes and tea ceremony elements like Chawan and Chasen. Learn about the different types of tatami and their significance in Japanese culture. Explore tea-related utensils and enjoy traditional sweets before savoring Matcha. Visit the exhibit showcasing exquisite Shino Chawan by artist Ajiki Hiro from Keio Department Store, Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Japanese tea culture.
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The maru-tatami(left) is a full sized tatami and han-jyo(center) is a half of maru-tatami. Observation: tatami size differs slightly from region to region in Japan. For example, Tokyo size is smaller than Kyoto size tatami (191 cm).
- kinin tatami and kyaku tatami are where guests seat. - dougu tatami is where the utensils are displayed. - fumikomi tatami is the one to step into from the host's entrance or sadoguchi. - ro tatami is where the ro is placed. - kayoi tatami is the tatami between the fumikomi and kyaku tatami. Ro layout on Left Furo layout on Right
Chaire-tea caddy Usuki or Natsume Lacquer Tea Caddy
Bamboo Scoop "Chashaku" Chasen- Tea Whisk and Chawan Tea Bowl
Chasen Handmade Bamboo Tea Whisk
Hishaku Bamboo Water Ladel
Mizusashi ( a pitcher ) --on the right Kama- iron kettle to hold water and Furo-stove
Ikebana Flolwer Arrangement
Kensui water container used to wash out and purify Chawan
CHAWAN- tea bowls
Ajiki Hiro ExhibitionKeio Department StoreShinjuku, Tokyo - July 2002