About this event
LearningDiscover the art of Japanese matcha and pottery in one mindful experience. Taste four grades of ceremonial matcha from Uji, Kyoto, enjoy traditional Japanese sweets, and handcraft your own matcha bowl (chawan) using the pinch-pot technique. A special collaboration between Heart Pottery Studios and Sakao.
Event Details
Join Heart Pottery Studios × Sakao for a unique three-hour experience celebrating Japanese tea culture, traditional craftsmanship, and mindful creativity.
Begin with Matcha 101, an educational tasting experience exploring matcha’s history, cultivation, preservation, and cultural significance. Guided by Sakao, participants will learn how to whisk, taste, and compare four different grades of matcha sourced from Uji, Kyoto. The tasting will be complemented by traditional Japanese sweets (wasanbon).
Then, explore the connection between tea and ceramics with Heart Pottery Studios. Using the traditional pinch-pot handbuilding technique, each participant will create their own ceramic matcha bowl, known as a chawan. No previous pottery experience is required.