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6/19/2024 Reverend Shinetsu Fukushima from Chokoji Zen Temple in Saitama Prefecture conducted a Kodo (Way of Incense) workshop for members of the Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association. The 2 hour session was held in the chashitsu of Nichiren Beikoku Buddhist Temple. Eight members were in attendance. Fukushima sensei conducted the workshop last year which was well received. Four new participants attended with 4 who attended last year. Reverend Fukushima briefly discussed the history and how it played a role during the Heian period and was mentioned in the Tale of Genji and continued through the samurai period. Poetry is associated with kodo and Fukushima san shared a poem by a Japanese American: “かの日々に移り来し人たがやしし大和と呼ぶ里 アマンドの花“ “In days gone by, those who came before, cultivated home called Yamato, almond blossoms” Fukushima sensei explained the meaning as, “I wonder if the Japanese Americans who immigrated in the 19th century compared almond flowers to cherry blossoms, looking back to their homeland.” Fukushima sensei practices “Jikishin-ryu”, which focuses on procedures like the tea ceremony, derived from Shino ryu which was favored by Samurai rather than nobles. Participants were introduced to 2 types of “kyara” and a “manaka” fragrance. Part of the ceremony involved a guessing game of matching the scent with different kinds of incense. We were asked to not only smell the fragrance but also to listen so that the reading of the poetry was part of the experience. It was a great learning opportunity for those in attendance. taken in Nichiren Shu Beikoku Betsuin by @urasenkela
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6/9/2024 On an unusually cool, summer afternoon, the English Speaking Society and Youth Group of the Urasenke Los Angeles Tankokai organized an early summer fundraising chakai and demonstration for the community. It was an outreach event to promote Urasenke tea culture to English speakers and youth who might be interested in Los Angeles. 75 seats were reserved and 4 sekis were presented. The theme of the chakai, “Whisper of Serenity ‘’, centered on early summer. A befitting jiku was presented,“Ichiu Senzan Wo Uruosu” (A single cloud mists an entire mountain). Utensils were also chosen to embody this time of year. An California oak wood nagaita, paired with a cooling Seiji celadon mizusashi by the Korean artist Yoo Geun Hyeong, and a white lacquered natsume with the designs of fireflies and grasses. The okashi was handmade by our own Mme.Kodama - ayu swimming in a river.. Before entering the tea room, docents explained what the tea ceremony involves. Urasenke Chado Panels were hung and showed the fundamentals of a tea event – Tea Ceremony utensils, Thin tea Ceremony utensils, Personal Items for Tea Ceremony and Flowers and Sweets for Tea Ceremony. Guests from the audience were chosen to sit in the tea room and guided by experienced practitioners from different shachu. In this way, they had an immersive experience of a tea gathering. During the temae, assigned managers gave a presentation on history and the fundamentals of the Urasenke tradition. Each guide had a different anecdote to tell and enlightened the audience what might appear invisible or inconsequential inside the tea room. This was a great opportunity to promote the spirit of Chado to a wide audience. taken in Shoseian teahouse & Friendship Garden by @urasenkela
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LITTLE TOKYO SPARKLE MAY 18, 2024 On a cool Saturday morning, Ann Abe, Miyuki Guterres, Yasmin Elming and Naomi Borelli represented the Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association (UTLAA), at the annual Little Tokyo Sparkle. It is a day where the community comes together to help pick up trash, wipe graffiti, and sweep the sidewalks of Little Tokyo. There were over 370 volunteers! It was a fun day to participate and make a difference in our community. We were assigned to clean Central Street between 1st and 2nd streets. It is said that “volunteering is a do-good, feel-good activity.” It was definitely true! 肌寒さを感じる5月の土曜日の朝、阿部アン幹事長、グテレスみゆき氏、ヤスミン・エルミング氏、ボレリ直美氏は、裏千家淡交会ロサンゼルス協会（UTLAA）を代表して、毎年恒例のリトル東京大掃除デー　“スパークル”に参加した。 　 　スパークルでは、コミュニティが一丸となって、リトル東京のゴミを拾い、落書きを拭き、歩道を掃除する。今回は、370人以上ものボランティアが参加していた。 　スパークルに参加することは、地域社会をより良くする事に貢献できる素晴らしい体験となる。 　私たちはセントラル・ストリートの1丁目と2丁目の間を清掃することになった。 「ボランティア活動は、良いことを実践し、気持ちの良い活動である」と言われている。まさにその通りであると実感した1日であった。 taken in Little Tokyo by @urasenkela
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5/9/24 Chado Demonstration at USC Pacific Asian Museum UTLAA had a Ryurei demonstration at USC Pacific Asian Museum in Pasadena during a fundraiser organized by the Harvard Westlake Mindfulness Club on May 9, 2024 Tsubasa Okada and Lu Lou (both from Ishizuka Shachu) took turns as Teishu for two seatings. Nakada Sokei explained about the Japanese way of tea and its utensils to the audience in a beautiful courtyard adorned with tasteful Asian designs. The main tea bowl was Kabuto (Zenho), kae chawan was Yatsuhashi (Eiho), and Koma natsume was a suitable arrangement for the season. Mei of Chashaku was “Wakei” (Kobayashi Taigen of Daitoku-ji), symbolizing a wish for a world where mutual respect is cherished. The participants have enjoyed a relaxing time of pleasant evening in the beautiful courtyard. パサデナのUSCパシフィックアジア美術館にてハーバードウエストレイクマインドフルネスクラブによるファンドレイザーで立礼の点前を行った。 岡田翔と婁ルー(共に石塚社中)が亭主と半東を交互に2席を担当した｡ アジアのデザインが趣味よくあしらわれている美しい中庭で中田宗恵が観客に点前と道具の説明を行った。主茶碗は兜(善峰)、替茶碗は八つ橋(永豊)、そして独楽棗と言う5月初旬に相応しい取り合わせであった。茶杓の銘は和敬(大徳寺小林太玄)でお互いを大切に思う世の中を願った。 夕方の過ごしやすい時間帯に美しい中庭で参加者達は心地よい時間を過ごしリフレッシュ出来たようだ。 taken in USC Pacific Asia Museum by @urasenkela
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6/9/2024 Sunday @shoseian.teahouse As Seiran, the May winds blew fiercely, and the scent of new growth and the delightful sparkles in the air transmitted the mountain’s sacred message. To share and foster cultural exchange and understanding with our community, Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association’s English Speaking Society and Youth Group presents the “Whisper of Serenity” Tea Gathering and Demonstration at the Shoseian Japanese Teahouse on Sunday, June 09, 2024. Please invite your family and friends to join us. To RSVP, please scan the QR code or click https://forms.gle/kqnxwELrQhcX6yo1A Check out “Upcoming Events” in highlight to register for the event! 青嵐の候、裏千家淡交会ロサンゼルス協会英語部と青年部主催のもと、2024年6月9日（日）グレンデール市にある松聲庵にて、「静寂のささやき」をテーマに茶会デモンストレーションを開催致します。私たちのコミュニティが、文化交流の機会を通じて地域の皆様と時間を共有し、共に理解を育むことができることを願っております。是非、ご家族ご友人をお誘いのうえご参加ください。お申し込みはQRコードかhttps://forms.gle/kqnxwELrQhcX6yo1Aからお願い致します。 ハイライトのUpcoming Eventsにお申し込みリンクがございます。 taken in Shoseian teahouse & Friendship Garden by @urasenkela
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The fundraising bazaar will be held to rebuild Nikkei nursing home on Sunday, May 26th at Higashi Honganji Temple in Costa Mesa. A demonstration of tea ceremony will be held by Urasenke Tankokai LA association. CalVegan Wagashi is supporting this fundraising event for the tea ceremony. Date: May 26,2024(Sunday of Memorial Day weekend) Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm Place: Newport Beach Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple 254 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Parking: Free Come and join us at KSCA’s 3rd Fundraising Bazaar! Bring your friends, families, and neighbors with you! Japanese tea ceremony: Three (3) Demonstrations of the Japanese tea ceremonyby the Urasenke Tankokai L.A. @urasenkela Associationwill be conducted at 11:30, 13:00, and 14:00.which lasts for 45 minutes. 18 seats are available for each ceremony. Ticket: $10 ( premium matcha tea & Japanese sweet included). 高齢者を守る会(KSC& A) 清潔で安全な日系ナーシングホーム再建の為のファンドレイズバザーがいよいよ今週末メモリアル・ウィークエンドの5/26(日)にせまりました‼️ 準備会メンバー、毎日がむしゃらに頑張っております‼️ 当日、裏千家淡交会LA協会によるお茶会のデモンストレーションが開催されます。 @urasenkela CalVegan Wagashiはこのファンドレイズバザーに協賛参加させていただく事になりました。 CalVegan Wagashiから練り切り製のあじさいを楽しんでいただきます。 このバザーに、お茶会にご興味がある方、ぜひこの機会にご参加ください🍵🍡 バザー 日時: 5/26(日) 11am -4pm 場所:ニューポートビーチ東本願寺 　　254 Victoria St, Costa Mesa お茶会デモンストレーション: 各45分　11:30,13:00 14:00の3回。 チケット: $10(特選抹茶&和菓子) お申し込みの際にお時間の指定をお願いいたします。 お問い合わせはこちらのDMでも構いません。 ぜひぜひご参加ください🩷 #高齢者を守る会 #ksc&a #torebuildnikkeinursinghome #losangeles #fundraisingbazaar #orangecounty #ナーシングホーム再建のために#ロサンゼルス#ファンドレイズイベント #バザー #オレンジカウンティ #お茶会デモンストレーション by @urasenkela
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URASENKE TANKOKAI LOS ANGELES ASSOCIATION OKASHI MAKING FOR RIKYUKI MARCH 17, 19, AND 22, 2024 Members of the Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association were invited to participate in the making of the hanaikada okashi that was served at Rikyuki on March 24, 2024. The sessions were led by Ms. Nobue Kodama. The hanaikada okashi was specially selected since we learned that Urasenke Japan serves this at the memorial for Rikyu sama. Legend has it that the urn was attached to the flower raft and as it floated, the urn detached signifying that the spirit had gone to heaven. Over the 3 days, 14 members volunteered their time to make 80 of the okashi. Not only was it a great learning experience, members from different shachu had an opportunity to gather and get to know each other. Special thanks to Ms. Kodama for holding this fun activity for our members. 2024年3月、裏千家淡交会ロサンゼルス協会員が3月24日に行われた「利休忌」でお出しした「花筏」のお菓子作りに参加した。 お菓子作りは児玉宗信氏が指導した。「花筏」は、京都今日庵が利休忌の主菓子として使われることで知られている。花筏は川に流された骨壷が筏から外れた姿だといわれる。昔は川に筏にくくりつけた骨壷を流し、早く紐がとけて壷が川に落ちると早く極楽にいけるとの言い伝えがあり、花筏はその跡をかたどったもの。 この3日間、14名の会員がボランティアで80個のお菓子を作った。お菓子作りは素晴らしい学びの体験であっただけでなく、色々な社中が集まり親睦を深める良い機会にもなった。今回もこのお菓子作りを開催してくれた児玉氏に感謝する。 by @urasenkela
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EMPEROR’S BIRTHDAY RECEPTION CONSUL GENERAL OF JAPAN’S RESIDENCE FEBRUARY 29, 2024 On February 24th, 2024, the Birthday Celebration of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan was held at the Consul General of Japan’s residence. Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association was invited to participate with tea ceremonies for the invited guests on the lawn of the residence. Approximately, 100 guests were offered matcha and dragon motif ohigashi from Kanshundo. The misonodana temae was performed by Somi Gill and Soketsu Guterres. A shikishi written by Sen Soshitsu XV “Furou, Sennen no Midori” meaning long life and longevity was displayed. It was a gift to the Tankokai on Daisoshosama’s 100th birthday last year. Utensils were selected to highlight the auspicious occasion with a “shochikubai”, bamboo, pine and plum. A Shiogama Onatsume by Shoichiro from Wajima, depicted pine, a symbolism for good health. It also was used in memory of this city ravaged in the Noto Peninsula earthquake. The Chashaku was by Ishikawa Zenshi with the poetic name, “Hakubai” or white plum, meaning beauty and a bamboo bowl, Ninsei Takechawan, by Eiraku Zengoro, represented vitality. Preparing and serving the tea were by the Tankokai members, Soshin Abe, Sokei Nakada, Sochi Ohshima, Soho Duffey, Soyo Nakamori, and Soki Umbriaco. It was a joyous occasion where tea was served to both guests who have had tea before and those whom it was a first time experience. We were grateful to the Consul General of Japan and Mrs. Kenko Sone for this wonderful opportunity. taken in Los Angeles, California by @urasenkela
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On a clear spring day, March 24th, the Urasenke Tankokai Los Angeles Association (UTLAA) held Rikyuki at Nichiren Shu Beikoku Betsuin in Los Angeles. Rikyuki is the annual memorial tea ceremony to commemorate the life of Sen no Rikyu (1522-1591), the founder of the Japanese way of tea. 74 people participated in the ceremony to pay respect for the great tea master. The event started with Hanayose, the flower tribute to Rikyu. Beautiful seasonal flowers were arranged in a variety of flower containers by managers. After that, Kucha, the tea offering to Rikyu was made by Mme. Sochi Ohshima as teishu and Mme. Sokei Kung as hanto. A bowl of tea was offered to the alcove in memory of Rikyu and all the guests bowed in his honor. After Kucha, tea and sweets called Hanaikada “Flower Rafts”, handmade by members of association, were served to all the guests. The word Hanaikada represents the atmosphere of late spring with scattered cherry blossom petals floating on the surface of the water. It was said that an urn tied by a cord on the raft, untied and the urn was found floating in the river meaning it would go straight to paradise. Hanaikada is usually served by Urasenke on the anniversary of Rikyu’s death. After Rikyuki, Reverend Shumyo Kojima, head priest of the Zenshuji Temple, gave a lecture on Zen-go and the relationship to our practice of tea. He explained that Zen-go is usually used on a scroll in a tea gathering. He wrote the words in beautiful calligraphy and explained the stories behind many famous sayings and gave examples such as Kissako, “Just have some tea” or Nichi nichi kore kojitsu, “Every day is a good day”. Chief of Administration of UTLAA, Ann Soshin Abe concluded by thanking everyone for coming. taken in Nichiren Shu Beikoku Betsuin by @urasenkela
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On Sunday February 18th, 2024, a tea ceremony demonstration was held at South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes, for the first time as one of their cultural classes. The demonstration took place in their beautiful Rose Garden area for garden members. Most of the participants never had matcha nor have seen a tea ceremony. Chief of Administration, Soshin Abe, gave a lecture about Chado history before the demonstration and explained the procedure step by step. The theme of the demonstration was “Ichigo ichie”, translated as, “Appreciating this one time meeting.” The chosen Chashaku was Wajima-nuri, “Takara zukushi”, a treasured tea scoop dedicated to the city that was severely damaged by the Noto earthquake. The demonstration was presented by Mme. Ogawa and her students, Karen Ishii and Takayuki Sakai who served as host and assistant. After the demonstration, authentic Japanese sweets and a bowl of matcha were served to all the guests. The audience had many questions regarding the Chado culture and the utensils selected for the event. It was a wonderful opportunity for the members to spread and promote the beauty of the culture to the public. 2024年2月18日、日曜日にサウスコーストボタニックガーデンにて初めての裏千家茶道デモンストレーションが行われた。パロスバーデスにあるこの植物園の会員を主に対象として、屋外のローズガーデンにて御園棚の点前を披露した。参加者のほとんどは茶道の点前を見たことがなく抹茶を飲むのも初めてで、阿部宗真幹事長が解説を務め、茶道の歴史や点前、客の作法など様々なことを解説し、参加者は興味深く聞き入っていた。一期一会をテーマに、お道具が取り合わせられ、能登震災への祈りとともに茶杓には輪島塗の宝ずくしが使われた。小川社中より石井かれん氏、坂井貴之氏がそれぞれ亭主と半東を務めた。点前の後、お菓子と呈茶を実際に観客に味わってもらい、参加者をもてなした。参加者はお道具や歴史、茶道の精神など様々なことに興味をもたれ、点前が終わった後も多くの質問をされ、茶道文化を広める大変有意義な機会となった。 taken in South Coast Botanic Garden by @urasenkela
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Urasenke Demonstration at South Coast Botanic Garden Guests enjoyed our tea and Japanese sweets! #chado #palosverdes #matcha #botanicalgarden #beautifulscenery #kimono #japaneseart #senorikyu #裏千家　#茶道 ****************************** taken in South Coast Botanic Garden by @urasenkela
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2024年1月14日 爽やかに晴れ渡った日の１月１４日、裏千家淡交会ロサンゼルス協会恒例の初点式が、リトル東京のダブルツリーホテルで開催され、南カリフォルニア各地から、協会員、友の会会員、在加日系コミュニティからの代表者ら合計１１６名が参加した。来賓として在ロサンゼルス日本国総領事、曽根健孝氏も参加された。 　 　金屏風の床には、宗旦居士筆写しの『露路之絵（ろじのえ）』が飾られた。その隣には、当地ハンティントンライブラリーから切って造られた長い青竹の花入れに、長寿、繁栄、再会、旅の安全の象徴である結び柳が飾られ、白と赤の椿も添えられた。 　公式行事の前には呈茶席が設けられ、招待客に薄茶と淡交会有志メンバーで特別に作ったお菓子『なごみ』が振る舞われた。 　初点式は、阿部（アン）宗真幹事長の開会の挨拶に始まり、続いて1月6日に亡くなられた、ロサンゼルス淡交会名誉会長のウェッブ（グレン）宗成博士に黙祷を捧げた。阿部幹事長は若い協会員、幹事を育て、また新しい催しを企画する茶道指導者を、支援し続けてくださった協会員と全ての方々に感謝しますと述べた。 　続いて、堀（ロバート）宗博、ロサンゼルス協会長が新年の挨拶をし、ここ数年お茶の人口は減少し、多くの先生が退職された。しかし、ロサンゼルスでは日本人以外の方々が茶道に興味を持ち、茶道は発展していると述べた。 　今年の点初めは、ロビンソン宗心氏の社中（亭主、上原宗美、中半東、キム宗恵、外半東、吉川宗優、解説、ロビンソン宗心）により執り行われた。点初めの後は、毎年恒例の福引で会場は大いに盛り上がり、宴もたけなわな中お開きとなった。 #茶道　#新年　#初点式　#裏千家茶道 #裏千家淡交会 taken in DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown by @urasenkela
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