Important Cultural Property: Urasenke Konnichian

Supervised by Sen Sōshitsu, this volume focuses on Konnichian, the core architectural structure of the Urasenke school of Japanese tea ceremony. As a designated Important Cultural Property, Konnichian is explored in depth, including its architectural features, the layout of its tea rooms, and its profound relationship with the practice of tea. With detailed explanations and abundant illustrations, the book examines the design philosophy, historical background, and cultural significance of Konnichian in the context of Urasenke’s tea tradition, serving as an essential reference for the study of tea architecture and Urasenke history.

Publisher Tankosha

Published 1977

Pages 225

Size 370x265mm