Lesson Blog Oct 24th, 2026

With the arrival of Sōkō (the period of "frost descent"), the mornings have begun to turn chilly.

The sound of rain striking the teahouse echoes within. As the rain ceases, a stillness settles in, and the gentle sound of water coming to a boil can be heard.

The flowers in the alcove are winter chrysanthemums and bush clover (hagi).

For the sweets, prepared "Kuri-meigetsu" (Chestnut Harvest Moon) (Taneya in Shiga).