Sencha Tea Ceremony & Workshop - Oubaku Baisa Ryu
za 14 sep
|Rotterdam
The Hatsutemaesanpo is an o-temae where participants learn to prepare a delicious cup of tea suitable for everyday life, along with beautiful gestures and the spirit of hospitality from the Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū school of tea ceremony.


Time & Location
14 sep 2024, 11:30 – 13:30
Rotterdam, Museumpark 25, 3015 CB Rotterdam, Netherlands
About the event
In the first half, immerse yourself in the exquisite Sencha Do tea ceremony, performed by the renowned master Sousen Matsuo. Following this enchanting demonstration, you will join an interactive workshop under the expert guidance of Sousen Matsuo, where you will learn to prepare and savor seasonal Japanese teas. Don't miss this unique opportunity to deepen your appreciation for Japanese tea culture!
Date September 14th, 2024 (Sat)
Time 11:30-13:30
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1
Duration 120 min.
Fee €65
Included Green Sencha tea and a Japanese delicacy
Max. participants 17 participants
About this workshop
The Hatsutemaesanpo is an o-temae where participants learn to prepare a delicious cup of tea suitable for everyday life, along with beautiful gestures and the spirit of hospitality from the Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū school of tea ceremony. The tea ceremony is conducted in the Ryurei-shiki (chair seating) style, accommodating those who prefer not to sit on the floor.
Discover how to treat your esteemed guests, hard-working family, friends, and yourself in a wonderful way. The workshop takes place in the tea room of the tea masters, where you will learn the precise measurements of tea leaves and water temperature to brew a delicious cup of tea at home.
Completion of three coursesーgyokuro-temae in spring and autumn (April, May, September, and October), Reisen-temae in summer (June-July), and Susuricha-temae in winter (November-March)ーqualifies participants for a Chashi (license for the Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū tea ceremony school). Obtaining the certificate is optional and involves an additional fee.
About Haruka Matsuo
Haruka Matsuo, known by her tea name 'Souran', is a tea master of Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū and a disciple of Souden Nakai. She will perform the Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū tea ceremony, originating from Manpukuji Temple on Mt Obaku in Uji, Kyoto. This school of sencha tea ceremony continues the legacy of tea master Baisa Ou's exquisite tea traditions.
Haruka Matsuo is an artist and a prominent figure in the world of Japanese tea ceremony. Hailing from the renowned Oubaku Baisa ryu lineage, she is the successor of Seigetsu Iriyama, a highly regarded master of the traditional craft of Kigata Banko. With her deep-rooted expertise and passion for the tea ceremony, Haruka has mastered the intricate art of preparing and serving tea, embodying the elegance and harmony of Japanese culture. Her skillful and precise movements, combined with her artistic sensibilities, create a captivating and authentic tea ceremony experience.
If you want to experience traditional Japanese harmony and appreciate the changing seasons, try a tea ceremony. It's a beautiful way to feel the season through the utensils and decorations. Embracing its origins rooted in Zen philosophy, the Obaku-Baisa school, spearheaded by the esteemed Zen priest, Baisao, sought to elevate the tea-brewing experience to an artful delight.
The tea ceremony is all about warm hospitality, and it can help you rediscover the beauty of Japan, often forgotten in today's urban life.
It's a perfect treat for your loved ones or yourself.
In the workshop, Haruka Matsuo will teach you how to brew delicious tea at home, including the right amount of tea leaves and water temperature. If you wish, you can obtain a certification (additional lessons and fee applies).
This workshop will be placed during MONO JAPAN 2024
Visit here for more information on the MONO JAPAN Fair 2024.
Date September 14th, 2024 (Sat) Time 11:30-13:30 Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1 Duration 120 min. Fee €65 Included Green Sencha tea and a Japanese delicacy Max. participants 17 participants