Hatsugama means “first kettle” and this is the first tea gathering in January to celebrate the new year.
Tickets or invitations are required to attend this event.

Scheduled
Sunday, January 14th, 2024

Location
Inamori Pavilion
Japanese Friendship Garden
2220 Paseo De Oro
San Diego, CA 92101

Otsukimi means “moon-viewing”, and this is a tea gathering that takes place in the fall to celebrate the Harvest Moon.
Tickets or invitations are required to attend this event

Scheduled
Saturday, September 30th, 2023

Location
Pioneer Ocean View
United Church of Christ
2550 Fairfield St,
San Diego, CA 92110

Urasenke certified instructors provide on-going private chanoyu lessons to people who are interested in learning the Way of Tea. All students are recommended to become a member of the Urasenke San Diego Tankokai San Diego Association.

Urasenke teachers organize chanoyu demonstrations, presentations, and lectures throughout the year in the San Diego Area. Monthly demonstrations are held at the
Japanese Friendship Garden. Private demonstrations in homes, schools, businesses are also available per appointment basis. If interested please contact us from the contact form below.