chakai
Chakai, written as 茶会 in Japanese, refers to a casual tea gathering within the tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony. It is generally distinguished from chaji, the formal, longer ceremony that includes a meal and multiple tea preparations. Chakai emphasizes hospitality and social interaction rather than ceremonial complexity, making it accessible to guests and newcomers.
Typically, a chakai takes place in a tea room or a simple tatami space and lasts a
Etiquette in a chakai is generally less prescriptive than in a full chaji, but guests still observe
Chakai has historical roots in the broader practice of chanoyu and is commonly used by traditional schools