Shi•Zen 自然
The meaning of shizen has come to be a part of Japanese culture and Zen Buddhist thought which recognizes it more as “human nature,” including both people and wilderness together.
DISCOVER
Types of Japanese Green Tea
First used by monks, and then by the samurai and noble classes, before being adopted by the general population, green tea is now a deep part of Japanese culture and traditions. It is clearly associated with the idea of meditation, peace, quiet, self-reflection and simply the idea of taking a break to prepare and savor the richness of a cup of well-brewed tea.
Quote of the month
- D.T. Suzuki
Who would then deny that when I am sipping tea in my tearoom I am swallowing the whole universe with it and that this very moment of my lifting the bowl to my lips is eternity itself transcending time and space?
KYUSU 土瓶急須
Kyusu (\’kyü-(.)sü\): a teapot with a handle mounted on the side for ease and control over pouring. There is a screen at the base of the spout to strain the tea leaves. Kyusu are often made from iron-rich clay, such as those from Mie Prefecture (Banko ware) or Tokoname (Tokoname ware), Japan. They are primarily used for Japanese green tea requiring low steeping temperatures.