Adam Loughnane

An ideal introduction for students new to Japanese philosophy and aesthetics, Phenomenology of Tea invites readers into a dialogue throughout the fascinating aesthetic worlds of the Japanese tea ceremony. It delves into its rich history, philosophical influences, and religious backgrounds, all synthesised into a ritual that brings Japanese culture to one of its highest expressions. Tea guests begin their tour...

An ideal introduction for students new to Japanese philosophy and aesthetics, Phenomenology of Tea invites readers into a dialogue throughout the fascinating aesthetic worlds of the Japanese tea ceremony. It delves into its rich history, its philosophical influences, and religious backgrounds, all synthesized into a ritual that brings Japanese culture to one of its highest expressions. Tea guests begin their...