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The Last Drop

The Last Drop

A simple kuki-matcha tea ritual — pouring every last drop for full flavor. Inspired by 一期一会 (Ichigo Ichie) — being fully present in each moment. A reminder that a beautiful...

The Last Drop

A simple kuki-matcha tea ritual — pouring every last drop for full flavor. Inspired by 一期一会 (Ichigo Ichie) — being fully present in each moment. A reminder that a beautiful...

Let Me Capture This

Let Me Capture This

A quiet montage of simple, beautiful moments — matcha sweets, blooming dogwood flowers, and tea sessions. A reminder to slow down and notice the beauty in everyday life.

Let Me Capture This

A quiet montage of simple, beautiful moments — matcha sweets, blooming dogwood flowers, and tea sessions. A reminder to slow down and notice the beauty in everyday life.

Chatsumi: Spring Tea and the Gift of Health

Chatsumi: Spring Tea and the Gift of Health

Chatsumi (茶摘み) marks the start of Japan’s spring tea harvest. First harvest teas are rich in nutrients and flavor. Green tea is known for its antioxidant benefits and support for...

Chatsumi: Spring Tea and the Gift of Health

Chatsumi (茶摘み) marks the start of Japan’s spring tea harvest. First harvest teas are rich in nutrients and flavor. Green tea is known for its antioxidant benefits and support for...

When in a Hurry, Take the Long Way

When in a Hurry, Take the Long Way

“When in a hurry, everything goes wrong.” Inspired by the Japanese phrase 急がば回れ (Isogaba maware) — a reminder that rushing leads to mistakes, and slowing down leads to better outcomes.

When in a Hurry, Take the Long Way

“When in a hurry, everything goes wrong.” Inspired by the Japanese phrase 急がば回れ (Isogaba maware) — a reminder that rushing leads to mistakes, and slowing down leads to better outcomes.

Kodomo no Hi Reminder

Kodomo no Hi Reminder

A quick reminder for Kodomo no Hi at the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington. 📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026 ⏰ Festival hours: 11AM–5PM Flowering Waters will be present...

Kodomo no Hi Reminder

A quick reminder for Kodomo no Hi at the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington. 📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026 ⏰ Festival hours: 11AM–5PM Flowering Waters will be present...

Kodomo no Hi: A Day of Play and Culture

Kodomo no Hi: A Day of Play and Culture

Celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day) at the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington in Seattle. Enjoy traditional games, crafts, performances, and Japanese food. Flowering Waters will be sampling...

Kodomo no Hi: A Day of Play and Culture

Celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day) at the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington in Seattle. Enjoy traditional games, crafts, performances, and Japanese food. Flowering Waters will be sampling...