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Japanese Tea Ceremony

Run by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

An interactive cultural session introducing participants to Japanese tea culture, traditions and storytelling. The workshop will explore the significance of tea in Japanese culture, including its role in everyday life and bringing people together.

An interactive cultural session introducing participants to Japanese tea culture, traditions and storytelling. The workshop will explore the significance of tea in Japanese culture, including its role in everyday life and bringing people together.

Through traditional tea preparation and storytelling, participants will have an opportunity to experience another cultural tradition, encouraging curiosity, intercultural understanding and mutual respect.

The session will demonstrate how shared cultural experiences and everyday traditions can create opportunities for connection across different backgrounds.

Booking essential

T. 028 9446 3891
E. [email protected]

Who is running it

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

Who it is for

  • Everyone welcome

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets

Find out more

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