Discover the art of Japanese matcha and pottery in one mindful experience. Taste four grades of ceremonial matcha from Uji, Kyoto, enjoy traditional Japanese sweets, and handcraft your own matcha bowl (chawan) using the pinch-pot technique. A special collaboration between Heart Pottery Studios and Sakao.

Event Details

• Join Heart Pottery Studios × Sakao for a unique three-hour experience celebrating Japanese tea culture, traditional craftsmanship, and mindful creativity.
• Begin with Matcha 101, an educational tasting experience exploring matcha’s history, cultivation, preservation, and cultural significance. Guided by Sakao, participants will learn how to whisk, taste, and compare four different grades of matcha sourced from Uji, Kyoto. The tasting will be complemented by traditional Japanese sweets (wasanbon).
• Then, explore the connection between tea and ceramics with Heart Pottery Studios. Using the traditional pinch-pot handbuilding technique, each participant will create their own ceramic matcha bowl, known as a chawan. No previous pottery experience is required.
• This intimate workshop brings together culture, pottery, and connection in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Capacity: Maximum 10 participants
• Location: 207 Queen St. E Toronto, ON Heart Pottery Studiosb

What’s Included

• Guided Matcha 101 introduction and cultural exploration
• Tasting and comparison of four grades of matcha from Uji, Kyoto
• Traditional Japanese sweets (wasanbon)
• Hands-on matcha whisking experience
• Guided ceramic chawan-making workshop
• Clay, pottery tools, and all necessary materials
• Professional pottery instruction
• Studio firing and clear glazing of one finished ceramic bowl
• A handmade matcha bowl to collect after firing

Cancellation / Notes

• Limited to 10 participants to ensure an intimate workshop experience.
• No previous pottery experience is required.
• Ceramic bowls require drying, firing, and glazing after the workshop. They will not be ready to take home on the event day.
• Participants will be notified when their finished bowls are ready for pickup.
• Finished ceramic pieces may vary slightly in shape, colour, and size due to the handmade process.
• Please arrive 5–10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• Cancellation and refund terms will follow the event’s published booking policy.

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