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The Way of Tea: Wellspring of Omotenashi (Part 1)

Tea ceremony, tea gathering, the way of tea, cha-no-yu, chado, sado…no matter what you call it, this elegant, centuries-old practice is often said to be the key to understanding the Japanese spirit of omotenashi—the mindful hospitality that remains a hallmark of Japanese culture to this day.