8. The Tea Ceremony is one of Japan’s many traditional rituals and has been practiced for hundreds of years
When you start to take a look into Japanese culture, it really doesn’t take long to notice the beauty in it all. Even the simple act of a host serving tea to a guest is a form of art taken very seriously in Japan. In Japan, it’s not just having some folks over for tea. The tea ceremony is a very methodical way of preparing and serving “matcha,” or green tea. It requires a certain level of knowledge and delicacy. The host must know how to prepare a special meal for their guest, prepare the tea properly, even the way they arrange their flowers and eating utensils are given much thought. It’s all about maintaining a certain etiquette and creating a beautiful and relaxing experience between the host and their guest.
