Tea At Koken: A Japanese Tea Ceremony By Joy Mari Sato in the Wet Mountains of Colorado • Produced by Smokemuse • Cameras by Don Goede & Justin Kovach • A beautiful edit by Justin Kovach
Auto...sensory... it's that tingly feeling you get when you hear or see a certain kind of stimulus, whether that be a relaxing voice, or seeing someone perform a slow deliberate movement. There can be many triggers and there are many videos available to explore. Welcome to the rabbit hole of ASMR. Enjoy.
I saw a tea ceremony live. the whole room was so quiet and the atmosphere was amazing. It was probably a once in a lifetime happening, so I'm very glad I got the chance to see this.
Can't believe I'm saying this, but what I found extremely fascinating was the ever so slight difference in sound the 2 temperatures of water make when poured into the bowl. It's very subtle, but there is a difference!
Is the slowness irritating for you? That's kinda interesting, the slowness is what makes me relax and slow down too. I wonder why some people don't enjoy it... maybe they feel they don't have time to go slow?
Is the slowness irritating for you? That's kinda interesting, the slowness is what makes me relax and slow down too. I wonder why some people don't enjoy it... maybe they feel they don't have time to go slow?
Didnt have to. I read Usagi Yojimbo. Issue #93 is an unusual issue as the whole issue is devoted to a tea ceremony he participates in. Its broken down step by step how and why things are done. If you can find it its very interesting.
Why am I so obsessed with Japanese culture? Simple: Because everything there is refined into either an elegant artform or a spiritual meditative process. Writing calligraphy, pruning tiny trees, arranging flowers, folding paper, or even something as basic as brewing and drinking tea!
Michael Welsh Actively killing themselves without hesitation for their country, executing all their prisoners, committing suicide to restore their honour, murdering millions of innocent civilians because they lack that honour, never even acknowledging any “mistakes” they made in their past...truly they have a beautiful history unlike anything else in the world.
@@purpleemerald5299 or working with such ferocity that it results in death, or literally just killing themselves due to not being able to deal with the almost complete lack of individual ability to flaunt the insane amount of rigidity and structure in their society. Yeah such a wonderful culture
A beautiful chanoyu video. And so nice that is has the real sound. It seems all other videos need to put some music or bird noise over it. This is how it should be. Beautifully done. Very serene, very beautiful
Nothing is ever small; everything has many, many processes behind it that made it. To take the time to honor something with a ceremony is to honor everything and everyone that made it possible.
I've got a tingling sensation just below the back of my neck I can't believe I've seen an actual Japanese Tea Ceremony . . . WITH SOUND! It was really lovely
I like watching video's like this because it's relaxing and it helps me slow down in order to not become a burnout figuratively and literally speaking. If someone just keeps moving without taking things easy you will shorten your life span and most likely be less happy with yourself throughout that life span as well. Watching these video's helps with that problem. I live in the U.S and people think I am crazy for doing this until I tell them that being alive is important as well and should not be taken for granted.
Charlotte Roberts would you believe me if I said I never knew that until you mentioned it? Domo arigato! I REALLY needed to hear that actually. You would not care to believe me if I told you how not knowing that (until just now) has impacted my life. I think you just added 10 years to my maximum life span. :)
Accepted Giant i would believe you. :) i believe that when we believe in ourselves, life becomes more real and accessible. one of my most favourite quotes is 'can you remember who you were before the world told you how to be', which is why understanding ourselves creates peace of mind. i am aware it sounds simple to some, but since i discovered this, i have been free falling into every emotion and i have never been more full as a human until i reached self acceptance. :)xx peace to you my san! :)
Charlotte Roberts You know I never heard that explained to me that way and it's obvious you knew that. You see I only recently totally accepted myself only about this time last year (Oct6th2013) and that is why I chose the name accepted giant. Of course the giant part is more literal then symbolic because I am 6'6" tall in real life. I only knew of that peace of mind you where talking about for only just over a year(I am 37 now). I was not even in denial I was simply to distracted by everyday survival to be able to function correctly. I am built like a tank but I am still made out of flesh and blood like everyone else. Usually I am the one who really has the wisdom in most debates but this time I found someone who is wiser then me. I find that rather refreshing and relaxing somehow. :)
that makes me happy that another human has found serenity of self! :) i hope that your life flow will become smoother now you are on a more centred journey :) we are forever learning from and off each other - wisdom comes from understanding one another and allowing acceptance of humanity into your frame of reference - i find its about remembering that the person in front of you is only as human as yourself and humans are magnificent beings :) i am happy to know you feel relaxed and mellowed by my understandings :) take care and spread peace my friend :)
Abaddon Interitus I went to one two weeks ago in my tour guide. It was called Japan Deluxe Tour. It was an amazing tour. I have never felt so relaxed in my life. We got to make our own green tea. This was a beautiful ceremony. Totally recommend going!
I've found my original comment from half a decade ago. Here it is, and I quote: "I've got a tingling sensation just below the back of my neck I can't believe I've seen an actual Japanese Tea Ceremony . . . WITH SOUND! It was really lovely" Re-watching it today and I still get the same sensation. I don't know what it is, but a guy replied to me back then with somewhat interesting "explaination" and I use the term very loosely because it doesn't explain exactly why I get this feeling. Here is that comment: "@AriochStarr I get that sensation when I'm learning/watching something interesting. You're actually the first person I've known that has had the same thing." It kinda does make sense as I do find it interesting, even if it is slightly. It's really weird what I'm generally feeling, though. Just out of curiosity, does anyone else have the same tingling sensation?
I appreciate this video so much after wading through a bunch with narration -- or time jumps. I came for the ceremony, just that, and all of that. Thank you.
I had found this awesome video way back in the beginning & decided to revisit. So glad it's still available. THANK YOU for posting. It's one of the only Tea Ceremony vids that has everything line up...the Sun, the solitude, the patience..the SOUND is everything! How sad that comments on here are so ignorant of an ancient ritual. Even tho this is filmed in CO, these Japanese arts are dying out...absorb some beautiful healing culture before it's gone.
I can't believe I found this incredibly filmed ceremony 6 yrs ago and it still moves me! Great notes: several camera angles :Beautiful sunlight pouring in : Fantastic SOUND (which really makes the while experience!) :Love the non-verbal :Inspire me to go to Japan to see ceremony in Kyoto, etc... Culture is meant to be shared, we're all connected on our small planet!
I never realized the tea ceremony has its own kind of music emanating from the process itself. Reminds me of the noises of cooking at my grandmothers house. My eyes are closing and my soul feels rested...
Joy is a gifted woman and I have gotten to experience this ceremony many times at Koken and having her as guest presenter at the library were I work. I'm also studying this amazingly, beautiful ceremony.
An incredibly beautiful video. I'd love to learn this. It shows the beauty in every single step, each has a purpose and is done fully. It shows the doing and undoing of an action, the deliberateness of one simple task. If only we could appreciate and approach every task we do each day with such grace. We would always find joy in the peace of chores and necessary tasks.
I googled "Tea Ceremony" expecting an ASMR paradise. This one delivered best. Well filmed, crisp but unobtrusive audio, and a relaxing delight. Thank You.
I love the show of the elements and the power they give to the ceremony. The wind prayer was beautiful and I love the water blessing on both the cup and the earthen pot at the end. What a wonderful artist. Thank you for sharing this ancient skill. May I one day know such calm grace over a cup of tea! xxxooo
This is so wonderfully soothing, just everything a tea ceremony should be. A time for quiet reflection, coming into inner harmony with oneself. Except for the water pouring, the snapping of the napkin, and the tapping of the bamboo utensil..there is very little sound. Of course that is intentional...
what's important here is that the process of HOW something is done, i.e. making tea can be just as important, healing and revitalizing as WHAT is done. This is a great reminder that we are at the base of ourselves creators, so why not enjoy the process as much as the end result :)
This is Japanese traditional way to give guests a warm welcome hospitality. Her behavior looks so slow that it really gets on your nerves. but when you come to Japan, try tea ceremonies. You`ll be very impressed.
Watching this video I feel as you serve me with a cup of interior peace. I think this is the mean of the ceremony. So thank you very much for your kindness !
I am sorry to view some of the Korean people's comments - I studied in Korea in the 70's and was amazed by the culture and people. I was received with peace there. I study, teach and practice Tea because of my heritage and my parents. It isn't about me, it's abut peace towards others, and a hope for world peace. I incorporate into my Ceremony many cultures. I respect all cultures.
Of course, when one eliminates all mistakes there is no need to strive for...; and one must also consider that the ceremony would then be assimilated by the BORG! (Go back to the beginnings of the ceremony to see if mistakes were made, or was it something else?)
Maybe it's different in person, but I don't really get how this is at all relaxing. It made me fidget just watching. I jumped every time she snapped that cloth!
To all of the people who think that this is pointless and a waste of time... This is a form of meditation and it's all about Zen. The majority of us find this extremely relaxing. Go be rude somewhere else!!
