A gentle autumn rain fell from the morning, and though the sun occasionally peeked through the drifting clouds, the weather shifted throughout the day. Yet a refreshing breeze brought comfort, and we were able to share a warm, pleasant time with our guests while appreciating the subtle beauty of the changing season. The public tea gathering featured two usucha (thin tea) and two koicha (thick tea) sessions, welcoming many participants. In the usucha room, a hanging scroll bea

In early summer, June brought overcast skies and occasional light rain. However, the weather turned out to be pleasantly cool and...