Tanabata Japanese Tea Ceremony

Date: Sunday, July 7th
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Shumei San Francisco Center

Join us for a special Tanabata Japanese Tea Ceremony at the Shumei San Francisco Center. This elegant and serene event will celebrate the traditional Japanese festival of Tanabata, also known as the Star Festival.

Experience the artistry and tranquility of a traditional tea ceremony, performed by skilled practitioner. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese culture and learn about the customs and significance of Tanabata.

Tanabata, or the Star Festival, is a Japanese festival that celebrates the meeting of the deities Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega and Altair). According to legend, these two lovers are separated by the Milky Way and are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month.

Traditionally, people celebrate Tanabata by writing wishes on small pieces of paper called tanzaku and hanging them on bamboo branches along with other decorations. The festival is marked by various festivities, including parades, music, and the display of colorful streamers.

• Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
• Enjoy matcha and traditional Japanese sweets
• Light Japanese meal (冷やし素麺, chilled somen noodles) served before the Tea Ceremony
• Cultural insights into Tanabata

The participation fee for this event is $30. Please RSVP by 2 days before the event to ensure your spot. Limited spots are available, so early registration is recommended.

Hiroki Komai

Hiroki Komai is a Japanese Tea Ceremony Master, Jyorei Instructor, and Center Head of the Shumei San Francisco Center. With over 15 years of dedicated practice, Hiroki holds a license as a Japanese Tea Specialist and has conducted numerous hosting ceremonies, embodying the rich traditions of Japanese tea culture.

Passionate about both the art of tea and spiritual practices, Hiroki serves as an Assistant Sensei of Shumei, a spiritual fellowship focused on fostering health, happiness, and harmony. As the center head of the Shumei San Francisco Center, Hiroki is committed to spreading joy and enlightenment through tea ceremonies and spiritual teachings.

Driven by the belief that true happiness is found in helping others, Hiroki seeks to inspire and uplift those around him. Whether sharing the intricacies of the Japanese tea ceremony or guiding individuals on their spiritual journey, Hiroki's dedication shines through in every endeavor.

Host or Publisher Shumei San Francisco