Mariko, who serves as an advisor for Komurasaki An, provided valuable advice on kimono to Naoko, my wife.

    We had a delightful visit from Mariko, who serves as an advisor for Komurasaki An, providing valuable advice on kimono and tea ceremony to Naoko, my wife.

    Mariko and Naoko visit each other’s homes two to three times a month. Mariko comes to Komurasaki An and provides advice to Naoko on kimono and tea ceremony. Mariko is a very reliable advisor for us.

    The cultural exchange and appreciation for traditional practices, such as tea ceremony, are wonderful ways to connect with Japanese traditions. We’re looking forward to welcoming overseas travelers to Komurasaki An. The offer to share the tranquility and peace of a tea ceremony with visitors is a lovely invitation. I hope that many people take advantage of the opportunity to experience a peaceful hour and gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture through the art of tea.

    Before Mariko left Komurasaki An, we all enjoyed a cup of coffee I made and a slice of cake. While looking through Mariko’s high school album, we reminisced about the good old days and shared stories from our memories. It was a truly enjoyable moment.