Etiquette for Guests During Tea Ceremonies

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Etiquette for Guests
During Tea Ceremonies
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The standard number of guests for a small meeting
is between 4-5. Guests have certain roles during
the ceremony.
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Shokyaku is the guest of honor, Jikyaku is the
second guest, the rest are Kyaku and the last
guest is called Tsume.
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The Tsume have a special rank and designated
seating  in the Chashitsu  (tearoom).
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The Shokyaku, or the guest of honor , is the
primary person to communicate with the Teishu.
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The Shokyaku  asks the Teishu questions about the
tea utensils such as their origin.
The Shokyayu should always ask politely and thank
the Teishu.
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A. Receiving and Eating Wagashi
To be  eaten only after the Teishu has already
warmed the Chawan with hot water from the Kama
and has disposed of the waste water.
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B. Drinking Koicha

• Get the tea bowl or chawan
• Bow
• Prepare to drink the tea
• Clean the rim

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C. Usucha
The Shokyaku asks the guests if they want more
tea. If not, they will request the Teishu to
clean up and end the ceremony.
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