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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 2nd “Hachijuhachiya”: The Traditional Calendar Announcing Early Summer and Japan’s First Green Tea

Discover the profound Japanese cultural significance of Hachijuhachiya on May 2nd. Learn why the 88th night of spring is the best time for fresh Shincha green tea and how it connects to Japan's agricultural roots.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

February 28th is “Rikyu-ki”: The Perfection of Wabi-cha and a Tragic End

Discover the profound history of Sen no Rikyu Memorial Day (Feb 28). Explore how his philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, Zen, and minimalism shaped the Japanese tea ceremony and offers powerful life lessons for the modern world.