Learning how to stay cool from the summer tea ceremony

Although it is still July, the sky and wind have the feel of midsummer.

Every day, the strong sunlight makes you sweat just by going outside.

My body and mind feel restless and unsettled.

Meanwhile, in the world of tea ceremony, rather than resisting the heat,

By "providing a cool atmosphere," you can face this season gently.

For example, the utensils you use.

For thin tea, use a flat tea bowl that feels cool in the palm of your hand.

The wide, shallow shape draws in the breeze, creating a refreshingly cool appearance.

Glass tea caddies are sometimes used for thick tea.

The way it sparkles in the light is like the surface of a summer river.

That moment of light adds a refreshing feeling to the space.

There are also summery twists on sweets.

The main sweet is made of light blue or green dyed nerikiri rice cakes decorated with agar.

The cool color and texture of the kudzu and agar make

The taste also brings a cooling sensation.

The desserts are served in cool-looking porcelain or glass confectionery dishes.

The act of picking up the dish is also a moment of cooling down.

In this way, the idea of ​​delivering coolness to all senses of sight, touch, and taste has been realized.

The summer tea ceremonies are filled with them.

What these have in common is that

It's not the kind of "instant cold" that you get from air conditioning or ice.

It's not just cooling,

Silence, distance, what you see, what you feel,

By regulating the sensitivity of the five senses,

This brings out a "sense of coolness."

This sensibility can also be applied to everyday life.

For example, open the windows in the morning to let in some fresh air.

Use glassware on the dining table to present food in a cool and refreshing way.

Sprinkle water on the ground, take a breather in the shade, wrap yourself in a thin cloth and feel the breeze...

It's all small things, but

By layering these pieces with the awareness of "arranging" them,

It creates a moment of calm in the heat.

The tea ceremony does not necessarily require a special space.

By accepting the seasons, taking care of them, and adjusting your mind,

It contains the wisdom to help you overcome each moment gently.

This summer, inspired by the ingenuity of the tea ceremony,

Why not start a daily routine of "staying cool"?