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Our Masterclasses

Learn age-old knowledge from masters in their fields, with whom we collaborate to bring you our Masterclass series.

Covering a diverse range of wonderfully escapist topics, these masters impart their precious wisdom in short films that are a joy to watch and simple to follow. We invite you to press play and master a new skill, subject or way of being.

All Masterclasses
Tea
Meditation

ZAZEN MEDITATION

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Introduction

Introduction

Discover the essence of Zazen with Zen monk Tosei Shinabe, as he guides you through the practice of seated meditation – finding calm in body and mind, and cultivating clarity in awareness of self and surroundings.

ZAZEN MEDITATION

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Posture

Posture

Japanese Zen monk Tosei Shinabe explains how the half-lotus posture and tripod base of knees and hips create stability in Zazen, allowing the body to relax and the mind to settle.

Zazen Meditation

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Breathing

Breathing

Learn the Zazen breathing method ‘Sūsokukan’ with Zen monk Tosei Shinabe. By counting each breath, you bring serene focus and stillness – an anchor for meditation as well as daily life.

ZAZEN MEDITATION

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Observation

Observation

Join Zen monk Tosei Shinabe, from Kyoto, as he introduces the art of observation in Zazen, guiding you in sitting still, noticing thoughts, sensations and surroundings, and allowing awareness to deepen.

Gyokuro

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The Ritual of Gyokuro Tea

The Ritual of Gyokuro Tea

Often regarded as Japan’s finest tea, gyokuro is a type of sencha that requires a flat teapot, different water temperatures and an unexpected finish with the leaves. Learn all of this, and more, with our tea master.

Matcha

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How to prepare Matcha

How to prepare Matcha

Discover the art of making matcha with insights from our tea master. Learn how to set up your bowl, measure the ideal amount of matcha powder, and achieve the optimal water temperature to enjoy a perfectly crafted cup.

Matcha

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Tools to make Matcha

Tools to make Matcha

Preparing matcha is especially delightful when the tools are carefully selected. Our tea master explains the essentials: your preferred bowl, a small bamboo scoop for powder measurement, and a high-quality bamboo whisk for frothing.

Matcha

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How to use a Bamboo Whisk

How to use a Bamboo Whisk

Creating a smooth and frothy matcha requires mastering the bamboo whisk. Let our tea master demonstrate the essential techniques and precise movements, guiding you to achieve a creamy texture every time.

MATCHA

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AGOBAY Matcha

AGOBAY Matcha

Our ceremonial-grade AGOBAY matcha is crafted from the finest tencha leaves in Uji, Kyoto. Learn more about its meticulous harvest and creation process, unique flavour profile, and what sets it apart from other matchas.

Gyokuro

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The Ritual of Gyokuro Tea

The Ritual of Gyokuro Tea

Often regarded as Japan’s finest tea, gyokuro is a type of sencha that requires a flat teapot, different water temperatures and an unexpected finish with the leaves. Learn all of this, and more, with our tea master.

Matcha

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How to prepare Matcha

How to prepare Matcha

Discover the art of making matcha with insights from our tea master. Learn how to set up your bowl, measure the ideal amount of matcha powder, and achieve the optimal water temperature to enjoy a perfectly crafted cup.

Matcha

Play Movie

Tools to make Matcha

Tools to make Matcha

Preparing matcha is especially delightful when the tools are carefully selected. Our tea master explains the essentials: your preferred bowl, a small bamboo scoop for powder measurement, and a high-quality bamboo whisk for frothing.

Matcha

Play Movie

How to use a Bamboo Whisk

How to use a Bamboo Whisk

Creating a smooth and frothy matcha requires mastering the bamboo whisk. Let our tea master demonstrate the essential techniques and precise movements, guiding you to achieve a creamy texture every time.

MATCHA

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AGOBAY Matcha

AGOBAY Matcha

Our ceremonial-grade AGOBAY matcha is crafted from the finest tencha leaves in Uji, Kyoto. Learn more about its meticulous harvest and creation process, unique flavour profile, and what sets it apart from other matchas.

ZAZEN MEDITATION

Play Movie

Introduction

Introduction

Discover the essence of Zazen with Zen monk Tosei Shinabe, as he guides you through the practice of seated meditation – finding calm in body and mind, and cultivating clarity in awareness of self and surroundings.

ZAZEN MEDITATION

Play Movie

Posture

Posture

Japanese Zen monk Tosei Shinabe explains how the half-lotus posture and tripod base of knees and hips create stability in Zazen, allowing the body to relax and the mind to settle.

Zazen Meditation

Play Movie

Breathing

Breathing

Learn the Zazen breathing method ‘Sūsokukan’ with Zen monk Tosei Shinabe. By counting each breath, you bring serene focus and stillness – an anchor for meditation as well as daily life.

ZAZEN MEDITATION

Play Movie

Observation

Observation

Join Zen monk Tosei Shinabe, from Kyoto, as he introduces the art of observation in Zazen, guiding you in sitting still, noticing thoughts, sensations and surroundings, and allowing awareness to deepen.

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