Join us in the Carnegie Museum Courtyard on Sunday, April 21st at 10:00 a.m. for the Japanese tradition steeped in history. Kay Tokumoto will be performing a tea ceremony and some of her students will be playing the  Koto.

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If you would like to join us, please RSVP be filling out this form.

If you would like to purchase your tickets in advance, you may do so by clicking here!

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The Japanese Tea Ceremony is a way of preparing and drinking green tea typically in a traditional tearoom with a tatmi floor. Beyond just serving and receiving tea, one of the main purposes of the tea ceremony is for guests to enjoy the hospitality of the host in an atmosphere distinct from the fast pace of everyday life. 

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Today, the tea ceremony is practiced as a hobby, and there are places where tourists can experience it, as well.