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New Zealand Couple’s First Tea Ceremony in Japan! Magical Hinamatsuri Experience 🎎

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🇯🇵 At Terakoya NINJA, we share the beauty of traditional Japanese culture with the world! In this special video, we welcome a lovely couple from New Zealand to experience the Japanese tea ceremony on Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival) 🎎🇳🇿. Watch their genuine reactions as they experience the magic of tea ceremony for the first time. Through this time-honored tradition, they enjoyed a truly heartwarming and unforgettable moment. 📌 Timestamps ⏳ 00:00 What is Hinamatsuri? The Meaning Behind the Festival & Hina Dolls 🍵 05:51 New Zealand Couple’s Try the Japanese Tea Ceremony for the First Time! 🎥 Related Videos & Playlists 🍵 Complete Kimono Guide for Tea Ceremony! Learn how to choose the perfect kimono for a tea gathering, practice, or casual wear. 👉     • 茶道の着物選び完全ガイド!お茶会・お稽古・カジュアルコーデを徹底解説   👦 Featuring Mr. Yabatan! 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DF7cmM... 🍵 Learn the Basics of the Japanese Tea Ceremony! 👉     • 茶道...

🎎✨ Experience the Beauty of Hinamatsuri & Hina Dolls! ✨🎎

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🎎✨ Experience the Beauty of Hinamatsuri & Hina Dolls! ✨🎎 March 3rd marks Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Festival) in Japan! 🎶 This traditional event is a special day to wish for the healthy growth and happiness of girls, celebrated with beautifully arranged hina dolls. This time, we had the pleasure of welcoming a lovely couple from New Zealand🇳🇿, and together, we took photos with a stunning seven-tiered hina doll display! 📸✨ They also experienced an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, immersing themselves in the depth of Japanese culture. 🍵💖 👘 What is the meaning behind the hina dolls? Hina dolls represent the Imperial Court of the Heian period, featuring the Emperor and Empress at the top, along with court ladies, musicians, and attendants, each with its own symbolic role. 🔸 Traditional Hinamatsuri Customs 🌸 Hina-arare & Hishi-mochi – Special sweets to pray for health 🍣 Chirashi-sushi & Clam Soup – Symbolizing good fortune and happy relationships 🍶 Shirozake & Amaz...

Japanese Traditional Tea Ceremony: How to Enjoy Matcha at Home

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@terakoyaninja At Terakoya NINJA, we share the beauty of traditional Japanese culture. This time, we’re introducing Table-style Tea Ceremony, a way to enjoy the spirit of Chado (The Way of Tea) while seated at a table. For those who find it difficult to sit in the traditional seiza position, this modern adaptation allows you to experience the essence of Chado in a more relaxed and comfortable way. While preserving the elegance and mindfulness of traditional tea ceremonies, table-style tea provides a new approach suited to contemporary lifestyles. 📌 Contents 00:00 Opening 00:38 Ikebana: "Spring is coming" (Cherry Blossoms & Tulips) 05:34 About the Tea Ceremony & Kimono 18:11 About Natsume (Tea Caddy) 19:02 Table-style Tea Ceremony 21:42 How to Enjoy Japanese Sweets & Tea (Dry Sweets & Usucha) 24:04 About Akaraku Tea Bowl 25:57 Things to Keep in Mind for Tea Ceremony & Wearing Kimono 🍵 How to become an official supplier to the Imperial Househol...

Discover the Art of Japanese Tea Ceremony: A Beginner's Experience

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At Terakoya NINJA, we share and promote traditional Japanese culture. In this video, we showcase the profound art of the Japanese tea ceremony, focusing on an authentic tea ceremony experience! [Video Chapters] 00:00 Tea Ceremony Experience 02:42 How to make tea (Prepare Matcha) 05:17 How to drink tea (Drink Matcha) Interview about Japanese Culture | Sharing Insights into Japanese Traditions     • 和文化について語ります。 | Interview about Japane...   Tea Ceremony | A Simple Guide to the Basics of Japanese Tea Ceremony     • 茶道の基本について分かりやすく解説します。 | Tea Ceremony   Ikebana Lesson | A Beginner-Friendly Guide to the Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement     • 華道の基本について分かりやすく解説します。| Ikebana Lesson   [Experience Traditional Japanese Culture at Terakoya NINJA] Dressing in kimono, sipping matcha, arranging flowers, and making wagashi are not only unforgettable expe...