Since moving to Japan, I have studied the Urasenke style of sado, or chado (Japanese tea ceremony) in Shimane Prefecture. My original goal was simply to learn about the matcha culture of Matsue (Shimane’s capital). Still, the fun of this traditional art and encouragement from my teacher and fellow students have inspired me to learn the Japanese tea ceremony and aim for instructor qualifications. If you are considering practicing sado while living, working or studying in Japan, here are some insights from my journey to help you get started. Tea Ceremony at a GlanceSado embodies key parts of Jap…