Private Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration @ The Secret Kyoto Garden

153 East 69th Street,New York NY 10021

22 January, 2022

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New York Adventure Club | www.AdventureClub.com While many cultures around the world practice some type of tea ceremony, none are as meticulous and detail-oriented as the Japanese tea ceremony of Urasenke. But where did this ancient tea ceremony come from, and why does it take a lifetime to master? It's time to experience one of Japan's oldest traditional tea ceremonies inside a secret indoor Japanese garden hidden in the Upper East Side. Join New York Adventure Club for a traditional Japanese tea ceremony demonstration in the style of Urasenke, one of the main schools of Japanese tea ceremony. Led by a Tea Master at the Urasenke Chanoyu Center — a private organization established in 1967 to promote the rich cultural tea tradition of Urasenke in New York City and teach its members how to master this ancient tradition over the course of 10-15 years — this unique experience will include:   A brief overview of the Urasenke Chanoyu Center, from its days as an 1880s carriage house to studio of famed artist Mark RothkoAccess inside the secret Japanese garden and its traditional tea rooms, all of which were constructed by traditional carpenters from Kyoto, Japan using imported Japanese materialsAn authentic Urasenke tea ceremony demonstration to learn about its history and philosophy, etiquette, and traditionsAn opportunity to consume the best quality sweets and matcha green tea from Kyoto, Japan, where Urasenke originated  See you there! *Due to the venue's COVID-19 protocols, guests must be fully vaccinated against the SARS-CoV-2 virus (proof of vaccination required at door) and be wearing a mask while inside the building's premises **Cell phones and cameras are not permitted inside the teahouse — all personal belongings will be safely secured in the reception area ***Rules: Due to the fragility of the tea ceremony mats: jeans are not allowed, an extra pair of clean socks are required, remove all hand jewelry, refrain from wearing strong perfume or cosmetics, skirts must cover knees.  ****Attendees will be asked to sit down, or on their knees, for the duration of the tea ceremony — attendees can bring their own tea ceremony chair, or request one from the Urasenke Chanoyu Center with at least 24 hours notice *****Matcha and sweets contain allergens such as wheat, soy, and caffeine. Please understand that substitutions may not be available to accommodate those with allergies, but will be provided if possible.   Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service. Categories: In-Person, Instructional NEW YORK ADVENTURE CLUB   Unlock Your City   We give you insider access to the city’s best-kept secrets. But we’re so much more than a tour company.   WHO WE AREWe are a community-driven club that curates the most unique experiences in town, with a focus on history and storytelling. We show you a city you never knew existed, and offer a community you can’t live without.   You won’t find our special-access tours and exclusive events anywhere else. Think after-hours tours of New York City’s most celebrated spaces, themed parties in unexpected locations, and weekend excursions to incredible destinations. All of our events end with social hangouts so you can meet people who love exploring as much as you do.   THE ‘CLUB’ IN NEW YORK ADVENTURE CLUBOur current community is more than 23,000 members strong and includes everyone from recent NYC transplants to lifelong residents. Whatever borough you’re from (or city or country, for that matter), we’ll make it easy for you to take full advantage of the unique places and great people this city has to offer.     WHERE WE GO   To ensure a one-of-a-kind experience each and every time, we handpick events and outings specifically for the New York Adventure Club community. Recent events include:   * An after-hours tour of New York City Hall* Special access into some of New York's most coveted private social clubs, including the Explorers Club and National Arts Club * Petting baby kangaroos, holding sloths, and feeding leopards at Staten Island Zoo * An NYPD Precinct tour, including a meet-and-greet with detectives and Emergency Service Unit crew members * A tour of the Polish Consulate led by the Consul General and Vice Consul General of Poland * A special-access tour of Brookhaven National Laboratory and its Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) * A Halloween party in a historic gothic crypt, complete with a five-piece brass band       Subscribe with our newsletter to get the inside scoop on the city’s most interesting events: http://eepurl.com/1cnVH   Unlock Your City with New York Adventure Club