Sado: Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshop with Yuko Boff

After a successful workshop in 2023 HYPER JAPAN Festival, we are thrilled to welcome back Yuko Kobayashi Boff, a prestigious “Omotesenke” tea school lecturer for an immersive Japanese Sado Tea Ceremony Workshop!  

Join us for this opportunity to experience the Way of Tea. In this special workshop, you will have the opportunity to experience the beauty and philosophy of Sado firsthand, learning from an expert tea master. Whether you are new to the Japanese tea ceremony or have a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, this workshop will provide you with a unique and enriching experience.  

What You Will Learn 

Yuko will demonstrate the authentic tea ceremony and teach you the philosophy, etiquette, and rituals of Sado. You can experience traditional process of sado, like whisking and serving matcha, and enjoying tea with traditional Japanese wagashi sweets.  

What You Can Take Home 

Sado is more than just making tea; it is an art form that embodies mindfulness, hospitality, and harmony. Leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of the traditions, aesthetics, and principles that make Sado a cherished part of Japanese cultural heritage!  

Schedule:

19th Saturday:Sado Saturday 1 SOLD OUT11:00- 11:30
Sado Saturday 2 SOLD OUT12:10- 12:40
Sado Saturday 3 SOLD OUT13:30- 14:00 
20th Sunday:  Sado Sunday 1 SOLD OUT11:00- 11:30 
Sado Sunday 2 SOLD OUT12:10- 12:40
Sado Sunday 3 SOLD OUT13:30- 14:00 

Special Notes:

* Suitable for beginners from 16yrs old. 
* Brand new tea whisk (Chasen) from Japan is included in the fee. 
* You will need a separate HYPER JAPAN Festival 2025 ticket for the same date.

Yuko Kobayashi Boff

Member and lecturer of the “Omotesenke” Tea School

Yuko Kobayashi Boff is a member and lecturer of the “Omotesenke” Tea School and currently practices both in Japan and London.