Who we are

Tankokai Seattle Association is the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke Tankokai, which is the membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. We are the non-profit organization serving the Chado Urasenke practitioners and those interested in Chado in the greater Seattle area.

Our mission

To promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirits of Japan through the art of Chado, “the Way of Tea”, commonly known in English as “Japanese Tea Ceremony”.

Introduction to Chado

Let’s watch the introductory video to learn the spirit of Chado, “the Way of Tea”.

Interested in Chado lessons? Here is the information on our instructors.

For more information on Urasenke Chado, please visit The Urasenke Chado website.