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[ Sado, a Traditional Art ] Is there a qualification for Sado? What do you mean by licensed? Traditional Culture, Sado

[ Sado, a Traditional Art ] Is there a qualification for Sado? What do you mean by licensed? Traditional Culture, Sado

Originally, there is no general concept of "qualifications" in the world of Sado. Until now, there has only been a "license," which indicates what may be learned according to the skills and abilities of each individual. However, some styles have established appropriate qualifications in modern times. This article will explain the qualifications and licenses for Sado in detail. The representative styles called "Omotesen ya," "Urasen ya," and "Mushanokoji Senya" will be introduced as examples, so please read to the end for reference. What are the qualifications for Sado?2> In Sado, there are no national qualifications to become a so-called shihan...

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[Traditional Arts, Sado] Names of Tea Utensils and How to Use Them

[Traditional Arts, Sado] Names of Tea Utensils and How to Use Them

There are many different types of tea utensils, and some people may find it difficult to prepare a complete set. It is important to choose tea utensils that are easy to handle and suitable for the tea ceremony. Beginners to Sado should start with the main tea utensils such as tea bowls and chashaku (tea scoop). In this article, we will introduce the types of tea utensils, how to select them, and where to buy them. Names and Readings of Tea Utensils A chawan (tea bowl) is one of the essential tea utensils used in the Sado. It is also...

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What is the difference between flower arrangement and ikebana?

What is the difference between flower arrangement and ikebana?

Kado is one of the traditional cultures of Japan. Many people may think that Kado = ikebana , but in fact, Kado and ikebana are very similar and different. In this article, we will explain the differences between Kado and Ikebana, their origins, their respective images, and how to learn them. In the latter part of the article, we also discuss the difference between Kado and Ikebana and flower arrangement, which has become popular in recent years as a way to learn flower arranging. Please read to the end and take this opportunity to understand the differences between ikebana and...

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What is Zenjyou and its relationship to wisdom

What is Zenjyou and its relationship to wisdom

What zenjyo Zenjyo ( Zen meditation ) refers to meditation in which the mind is quieted and focused on a single object. It is a term used in the Buddhist world and is considered a form of ascetic practice. It is called by ZEN as a universal language. Stages of Zen meditation There are three main groups of stages of zen meditation according to the progress of one's practice. There are three main groups, which can be further subdivided into nine stages in total. Stages of the color world The color world is the first of the three groups of...

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