Consul General Minoya Holds Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshop at the University of Auckland (8 October 2026)
2026/10/9
On 8 October, Consul General MINOYA held a Japanese Tea Ceremony (Sado) workshop at the University of Auckland.
Consul General MINOYA first gave a presentation on the history and spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony, followed by a demonstration of the tea-making procedure. Participants then had the opportunity to experience the tea ceremony themselves by preparing and enjoying a bowl of matcha.
The participants showed great interest and enjoyed the tea ceremony. The Consulate-General hopes that this workshop served as a valuable opportunity to deepen their understanding of Japanese traditional culture.
The Consulate-General would like to express its sincere gratitude to the University of Auckland and the volunteers for their generous cooperation, which made this workshop possible.
Consul General MINOYA first gave a presentation on the history and spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony, followed by a demonstration of the tea-making procedure. Participants then had the opportunity to experience the tea ceremony themselves by preparing and enjoying a bowl of matcha.
The participants showed great interest and enjoyed the tea ceremony. The Consulate-General hopes that this workshop served as a valuable opportunity to deepen their understanding of Japanese traditional culture.
The Consulate-General would like to express its sincere gratitude to the University of Auckland and the volunteers for their generous cooperation, which made this workshop possible.
