ASAHIYAKIi Shorokai Monthly Tea Ceremony will be held on 14 April . | Asahiyaki

2025.03.25

ASAHIYAKIi Shorokai Monthly Tea Ceremony will be held on 14 April .

ASAHIYAKIi Shorokai Monthly Tea Ceremony will be held on 13 April .

Shōrokai Monthly Tea Ceremony – A Tradition in Uji

The Shōrokai Monthly Tea Ceremony is organized by Shōrokai, the supporter’s association of Asahiyaki, a historic pottery in Uji. Its roots trace back to 1951 (Shōwa 26), when a group of about 30 local tea enthusiasts established Rakutōkai at the pottery, a time when Japan was still recovering from the war. In 1965 (Shōwa 40), the group was renamed Shōrokai, and since then, they have hosted various events, including garden tea ceremonies, hands-on experience of making ceramics, and monthly tea ceremonies.

One of the unique aspects of the Shōrokai Monthly Tea Ceremony is its setting—Uji, a city deeply intertwined with Japan’s tea culture. Not only is Uji a historic tea production hub, but it is also a place of deep cultural significance. Moreover, the ceremony takes place at Uji’s renowned the pottery "ASAHIAYKI", adding another layer of authenticity and charm to the experience.

Shōrokai (Asahiyaki Kiln) Monthly Tea Ceremony

Every Second Sunday of the Month
Next Ceremony: April 13, 2025 (Reiwa 7)
Host:Omotesenke | Sōkei Miura-sensei
Venue: Kashōan, 10 Uji Yamada, Uji City, Kyoto
Contact: Asahiyaki Pottery – 0774-23-2511
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Last Entry: 2:30 PM)
Annual Pass: ¥5,000 / One-day Ticket: ¥1,000
No reservations required; One-day tickets available.

Important Notes

To prevent the spread of infectious diseases, seating capacity will be limited.

Waiting areas will also have capacity restrictions, and numbered tickets will be distributed accordingly.

For information about joining Shōrokai, please contact the Asahiyaki Pottery.

Annual passes will be available for purchase starting from the February gathering at the Asahiyaki Shop & Gallery or at the tea gathering reception.