Lecture and Demonstration on “Chado - Way of Tea” in Delhi (March 29, 2026)
2026/4/7
On March 29, the Embassy of Japan in India invited Mr. Shimura Soko, Deputy Tea Master, the Urasenke Foundation (Konnichian) of Japan, to hold a lecture and demonstration on “Chodo - Way of Tea” at Ambassador’s Residence in Delhi. Approximately 60 people attended the event, including representatives from Indian cultural organizations, various Japan-India friendship organizations, Japanese language institutions, and Indian media outlets.
At the event, Mr. Shimura first gave a lecture on the history of the Way of Tea, followed by a presentation using PPT slides to introduce the layouts of Japanese tearooms and the various utensils. This was followed by a tea gathering demonstration, during which Deputy Tea Master Shimura explained the meaning of and background behind each movement. The participants listened intently to the lecture, and during the demonstration, many stood up from their seats to follow each movement being performed right before their eyes. After the event concluded, all the participants were served traditional Japanese sweets and thin tea prepared on the spot, allowing them to savor “authentic” tea.
It was a valuable event that helped the people of India deepen their understanding of Japanese culture through the Way of Tea.
At the event, Mr. Shimura first gave a lecture on the history of the Way of Tea, followed by a presentation using PPT slides to introduce the layouts of Japanese tearooms and the various utensils. This was followed by a tea gathering demonstration, during which Deputy Tea Master Shimura explained the meaning of and background behind each movement. The participants listened intently to the lecture, and during the demonstration, many stood up from their seats to follow each movement being performed right before their eyes. After the event concluded, all the participants were served traditional Japanese sweets and thin tea prepared on the spot, allowing them to savor “authentic” tea.
It was a valuable event that helped the people of India deepen their understanding of Japanese culture through the Way of Tea.