Keiko, or 稽古 as written in Japanese, implies learning, not only by intellect but also by physical training. The study of chado is essentially keiko.
Images from the preparation room, called mizuya.
The following paradigm is what we hope to extend to daily life beyond tearoom through keiko.
和 敬 清 寂
Harmony | Respect | Purity | Tranquility
Four principles of Way of Tea expressed by Sen Rikyu
一 期 一 会
One Time One Meeting
In Buddhism, life is seen as fleeting. Every moment is precious and should be appreciated to the fullest. The Way of Tea embodies this concept: One time, one meeting. Sitting in the tearoom with the awareness of life's ephemeral nature, the pleasure of the event heightens.