Where:
Mystik River 3 Southgate Avenue Mid Level, Southgate Centre Melbourne Southbank, VIC 3006
About this event
A chance to experience authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony this winter, right at the heart of Melbourne. Quiet your mind and submerge your senses in this zen practise one sip at a time.
An hour long session lead by certified Japanese tea instructor leader - Harumi Oshitani. You will be explained about the Japanese tea ceremony allowing you to appreciate every sip with knowledge. Followed by a ceremonial demonstration of how to correctly prepare tea the Japanese way, you will also have the opportunity to try whisking your tea while guided by the instructor. The ritual is a true appreciation of tea and a magical experience for all tea lovers.
All guests will also be served Japanese sweets to accompany the tea ceremony.
Let's celebrate Japanese culture and learn the art of Japanese tea together!
ABOUT THE HOST - HARUMI OSHITANI
Harumi is a certified Japanese tea instructor leader, as well as Japan Tea Goodwill Ambassador. Founder of Okei-san, she has been introducing authentic Japanese Tea to Australia and teaching traditional Japanese way of tea brewing. Over the years, Harumi's contribution to spreading Japanese tea culture and sustainble way of living in Australia is unparalleled.
To find out more follow Harumi online : @okeisan_japanese_tea_plus
ABOUT VENUE - MYSTIK RIVER
Just walking distance from Flinders station lies a spiritual oasis - the Mystik River gallery.
A radiant jewel in the heart of Melbourne’s art precinct, Mystik River carries forward the virtues of Eastern spiritual and artistic tradition. Combining modern ideas with age-old techniques, the award-winning artists of Mystik River are true exemplars of Indian craftsmanship, capturing the spiritual essence in every piece.
Mystik River 3 Southgate Avenue Mid Level, Southgate Centre Melbourne Southbank, VIC 3006
About this event
A chance to experience authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony this winter, right at the heart of Melbourne. Quiet your mind and submerge your senses in this zen practise one sip at a time.
An hour long session lead by certified Japanese tea instructor leader - Harumi Oshitani. You will be explained about the Japanese tea ceremony allowing you to appreciate every sip with knowledge. Followed by a ceremonial demonstration of how to correctly prepare tea the Japanese way, you will also have the opportunity to try whisking your tea while guided by the instructor. The ritual is a true appreciation of tea and a magical experience for all tea lovers.
All guests will also be served Japanese sweets to accompany the tea ceremony.
Let's celebrate Japanese culture and learn the art of Japanese tea together!
ABOUT THE HOST - HARUMI OSHITANI
Harumi is a certified Japanese tea instructor leader, as well as Japan Tea Goodwill Ambassador. Founder of Okei-san, she has been introducing authentic Japanese Tea to Australia and teaching traditional Japanese way of tea brewing. Over the years, Harumi's contribution to spreading Japanese tea culture and sustainble way of living in Australia is unparalleled.
To find out more follow Harumi online : @okeisan_japanese_tea_plus
ABOUT VENUE - MYSTIK RIVER
Just walking distance from Flinders station lies a spiritual oasis - the Mystik River gallery.
A radiant jewel in the heart of Melbourne’s art precinct, Mystik River carries forward the virtues of Eastern spiritual and artistic tradition. Combining modern ideas with age-old techniques, the award-winning artists of Mystik River are true exemplars of Indian craftsmanship, capturing the spiritual essence in every piece.