2025 Tea Ceremonies at Royal Roads University Japanese Teahouse

Royal Roads University

with Urasenke Tankokai Victoria Association

Japanese Gardens, Royal Roads University

‘Chado’, the way of Tea, refers to the traditional Japanese tea ceremony which focuses on the preparation and serving of matcha tea to the guests in a mindful and aesthetic manner. This has been practiced since 16th century. ‘Wa’ Harmony, ‘Kei’ Respect, ‘Sei’ Purity and ‘Jaku’ Tranquility are the fundamental principles of Chado. Urasenke Tankokai Victoria Association is hosting public tea ceremony demonstrations in Royal Roads University's authentic hand-crafted <a href="https://www.hatleypark.ca/visit-us/hatley-park-gardens/japanese-garden/japanese-teahouse" title="https://www.hatleypark.ca/visit-us/hatley-park-gardens/japanese-garden/japanese-teahouse" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Japanese Teahouse</a> nestled in the Hatley Park Japanese Gardens throughout the summer. Visitors attending the ceremony will be served matcha tea, okashi (Japanese sweets) and have the opportunity to witness the formal preparation of tea and participate as guests. Limited seats available per ceremony. Please note:<ul><li>No outside food or beverage allowed inside the Teahouse</li><li>Guests are required to take off shoes at the door and wear socks inside to protect the tatami mats and flooring.</li></ul>

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