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Japanese tea rituals, Bahrain nights 🇯🇵🇧🇭 Steeping calm since 2013

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16 years. Countless cups of tea. One unforgettable honor. 🍵🇯🇵
On December 15th, I received the prestigious (Minister’s Award) for Overseas Promotion of Japanese Cuisine, Tea, and Culture from the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and

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“A Bowl of Peace From Bahrain 🕊️🇧🇭 to the World. ”🍵
The second version, continuing my exploration of tea as a quiet language of peace and cultural connection will be held in Hawaii @andocafehawaii
Highlighting Bahrain as “The Pearl of the Gulf. ”

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星雫 (Hoshishizuku) – Star Droplet 💫
This wagashi was created as a reflection of the clear blue summer sky, and a wish of a shooting star 💫
a symbol of wishes, hope, and fleeting moments to be cherished. Gently flavored with roasted Kinako and

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The Chie series
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“Hinoki (Japanese Cypress)”
Hinoki is a native Japanese tree from the cypress family. This product uses both hinoki leaf powder and wood powder. You can enjoy the refreshing sensation and the distinctive green, clean scent unique

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A Bowl of Peace—from Bahrain to the World

Sadō is more than tea; it is harmony, respect, and presence. At a tea gathering for peace in Japan, I shared Bahrain’s beauty through meaningful utensils, scents, and sweets. Peace can begin with one bowl,

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@elvanylmaz4 That look is so striking, Dilara’s designs always make a statement

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@talhacom Merak uyandıran bir paylaşım olmuş

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Kurume kasuri—an indigo-patterned cotton textile—was invented around 1800 by 12-year-old Den Inoue in Fukuoka’s Chikugo region.

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On December 12, 2023, I was honored to be appointed Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. This recognizes chawan’s decade of promoting Japanese tea, cuisine, culture, and tradition in

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A Bowl of Tea Beneath the Milky Way

This Tanabata, we shared Japanese tea culture in Hawaiʻi through a special tea ceremony at Ando Cafe Hawaii. Each utensil reflected Orihime and Hikoboshi’s story of hope, longing, and connection. Guests wrote

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Sadō and sound bowl meditation came together in a shared experience of presence and calm. Held on 1/11 at 1:11 PM, the tranquil rhythm of tea and healing sound vibrations invited mindfulness, connection, and new beginnings.

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@emanuelesp1 Anil Ravipudi’s touch could make Bimbisara 2 a fresh and entertaining sequel

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Tanabata celebrates Orihime and Hikoboshi’s annual reunion across the Milky Way. This year, I created Ama no Gawa Yōkan with seasonal Hakutō peach. My wish: peace. May it spread throughout the world. 平和が世界中に広がりますように。

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From tea fields to your cup.

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初釜。茶の湯を通じた文化交流と感謝のひととき。岡井駐バーレーン日本国大使を主賓にお迎えし、心に残る新たな茶年の始まりとなりました。皆様のお越しに心より感謝申し上げます。

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The Matcha Sensory Experience: a guided tasting of three organic ceremonial Japanese matcha grades, each single origin and cultivar. Discover flavor, terroir, craftsmanship, and wagashi pairings. Available at Chawan. DM to book.

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@serifebasmaz Κρίμα, ήταν μια μικρή ανάσα για όσους δεν προλαβαίνουν πάντα τις προθεσμίες δανεισμού

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Eid Matcha Baklawa: dairy-free and refined sugar-free. Crispy phyllo layers, pistachios, cinnamon, and matcha, soaked in a fragrant matcha syrup. A sweet, earthy twist on a classic Eid treat.