The Tools and Steps of a Japanese Tea Ceremony: How to Prepare Matcha with Meaning
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Come explore the hidden charms of Kanazawa that guidebooks can’t show you.

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Hello and welcome! I’m Kaho – born and raised in Kanazawa, and still happily living here with my husband and daughter.
I created this blog to share the quiet corners, cultural treasures, and everyday beauty of my hometown that many guidebooks overlook.
I hope it helps you connect with the deeper side of Kanazawa, and enjoy your stay in a more meaningful way.
Every now and then, you might even catch a story from my husband’s perspective, too!
We’ve collected some articles to help you learn more about the topic.
【Silence in Motion】Experiencing the Tea Ceremony at Shokoan in Kanazawa
Why Experience the Tea Ceremony in Kanazawa? Discover a Unique Sense of “Wabi-Sabi” Beyond Kyoto
Kanazawa: A City Where Kimono Feels Right at Home – Discovering the Essence of “Japan” in Higashi Chaya District
Falling in Love with Kanazawa from the Living Room: Experiencing the Hyakumangoku Festival Through the Screen
The Subtle Beauty of Kanazawa: A City That Celebrates Quiet over Flash
A Quiet New Year by the Sea: Winter Light at Kanazawa Port Cruise Terminal
Our First Spring in Kanazawa with a Baby: Discovering the Culture of Becoming a Family at Kenrokuen

