2016 Chanoyu Demonstrations in Los Angeles

I am getting inquiries about where people can see chanoyu demonstrations. Many Buddhist temples with chado clubs had demonstrations during obon. There are a few other ways to see tea practiced as a demonstration.

I'll begin the list here and continue to add to it. All will expect a donation (usually $5/person for a bowl of tea and sweet. Free to observe; Chasenkuyo includes a service and meal @ $50/person)

2016

• July 9, 10 @ Zenshuji Soto Mission (Buddhist Temple) Obon Carnival  http://www.zenshuji.org/images/ZenshujiObon2016.jpg

• July 9, 10 @ Nishi Hongwanji (Buddhist Temple) Obon Carnival http://www.japanese-city.com/calendar/events/index.php?eID=33329

• July 26, 27 @ Higashi Hongwanji (Buddhist Temple) Obon Carnival http://hhbt-la.org/?p=1587

• August 13 – 21 (weekends only) Nisei Week  http://www.niseiweek.org/2016-nisei-week-dates/

• Varies (check calendar) Hunting Gardens Seifuan Tea House (not usually open to the public) http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2483193 (spring 2016)

• November 6, @ Zenshuji Chasenkuyo (advance reservations required) www.zenshuji.org