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The tea ceremony in Japan is a moment of complete detachment from the world, something that samurai warriors of old needed to handle the violence during the civil war in medieval times. In this short clip, the owner of a Japanese tearoom in Tajimi City, central Japan, will guide you through the experience with an English voice over. You will learn about the tokonoma, a special corner of the room, and its meaning. In future versions, the owner will dress in proper kimono and take you around the whole space, and hopefully, you'll meet the tea master himself. The tea ceremony, known as chado, is a uniquely Japanese art form that has thrived for 500 years, steeped in Zen thought, mindfulness, and simplicity. Tea masters say it takes 10 years of study to master the ceremony in its entirety. Experience the tranquility and peace that the tea ceremony brings, and feel the weight of the world lifted off your shoulders.