The tea scoop is one of the most important tools in the tea ceremony. And the cylinder that holds the tea scoop has a “signature” written on it.
The fact that tea ceremonies have become a place to showcase one another's high level of education and good sense is also the reason for this name. It is said that the "signature" shows the passion and personality of the creator, so the choice is important.
In general, thin tea is often labeled with a season word that represents the season, and strong tea is characterized by having waka, Zen, and customs names.
「好日」Good day
"Good day" is a two-letter word that means "Every day is a good day." It is a word that means that if you can always maintain a calm mind without being deceived, you will have a good day, rain or shine.
「無一物」Nothing
“Muichibutsu” is a word that means that if you get rid of worldly desires and have a refreshing state of mind with nothing in your mind, everything will enter your mind. It expresses the state of mind that is considered one of the ultimate states of mind in the tea ceremony.
「和敬」Peace & Respect
"Wakei" means to soften one's heart and to accept each other peacefully. One of the spirituality that is valued in the tea ceremony. It expresses the feeling of respect for the opponent.
「老松」Old pine
"Oimatsu" is often used for celebratory occasions. "O" does not mean old, but is an expression that praises the splendor of pine trees. It is also a word that symbolizes the long-lasting prosperity of people and organizations.
「閑居」Secluded
"Kankyo" means to leave the world and lead a quiet life. It is a word that expresses the feeling of not being bound by anything and having nothing to hang on to the edge of your heart.
