A space in Gion that revives the ancient Japanese sense of beauty in the modern age [Ritsurei Teahouse "Shikarubi"]

Leaf KYOTO Store Locations A space in Gion that revives Japan's ancient aesthetic sense in modern times [Ryurei tea room "Zenbi"]

2022.5.16

Rikushaku Teahouse "Shikumi" (tea room with standing sign)

A space in Gion that revives Japan's ancient aesthetic sense in modern times [Ryurei tea room "Zenbi"]

December 4, 2021 open

T.T," a comprehensive art space by Taiga Takahashi, a contemporary artist based in New York, was born on Hanamikoji Street in Gion, Tokyo. Mr. Takahashi says that living abroad has made him rethink his own Japaneseness and Japanese culture. Recognizing once again that the culture of chanoyu (tea ceremony) is the beginning of all Japanese culture, he decided to create a tea room on the second floor of "T.T." under the name of "Shikarumi" (beauty of nature).

Natural beauty's original cocktail hanakanzashi

Original cocktail Hanagazama, based on matcha green tea with the flavor of shiso leaves. The menu changes monthly, starting at 5,500 yen for chakaiseki.

The menu for April features a selection of Japanese tea and cocktails directly from the producers, along with Japanese sweets inspired by spring scenes. Experience the fusion of tradition and innovation in chagashi kaiseki.

*This interview was conducted on March 22. We sincerely pray for the repose of Mr. Taiga Takahashi's soul. The same article appears in the June/July issue of Leaf, April 25, 2022 issue.

Ritsurei Tea Room "Shikarumi

cold-refrigerated tea room
December 4, 2021 open
570-120, South side of Gion-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
4-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station
Tel. 075-525-4020
From 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
7 days a week
By appointment only
All seats non-smoking No private room No parking
https://rustsabi.com/

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*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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