SaBi Tea Arts

09/27/2025

Although it might be challenging for our local audience to visit this exhibition in person, perhaps some might be interested in attending this online webinar from the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art:
https://asia.si.edu/whats-on/events/search/event:189437541/

In this webinar, three experts explore the past and present of Japanese tea practice through their unique perspectives as a curator (Louise Cort), a tea practitioner/collector (Gregory Kinsey), and an art historian (Andrew Watsky). This program is part of an online series celebrating the current exhibition Reasons to Gather: Japanese Tea Practice Unwrapped.
https://asia.si.edu/whats-on/exhibitions/reasons-to-gather/

This exhibition presents eleven historic tea utensils and accessories that tell a story of exchange from across Asia to Japanese tea rooms.

08/22/2025

We still have a few spots left in our upcoming introductory matcha workshops. Visit the "Learn" section of our website for full details.

07/21/2025

We are pleased to be contributing to the online auction fundraiser -- a private tea gathering for up to 5 guests in our space, Chawan print by modern print artist Haku Maki, various tea wares, books, and more. For tea lovers, there is also a variety of matcha and related mindfulness goods, sencha tea wares, kimono accessories, and more donated by generous local businesses and individuals. Please check it out and support our non-profit partner.

Bid on unique items and experiences—from spa packages, thrilling adventures, performances, to rare finds from Japan—all in support of our year-round programming. Bidding closes Sunday, July 27 at 1:59pm, as our in-person patio party wraps up.

Visit our official campaign site: go.rallyup.com/dojinarts2025
Bid Online: go.rallyup.com/dojinarts2025/Auction/Details

05/10/2025

Preparations are in full swing for the Experience KODO event on May 24 & 25 presented by The Dōjin Japanese Arts Society. We are excited to be providing various logistical supports and coordinating the tea and incense programs behind the event. Full details are in the event listing here: https://fb.me/e/2QkqXvZqg

04/11/2025

Step back in time with us on Saturday, April 26, when we return to the historic Roedde House Museum this time offering a traditional Japanese incense experience with The Dōjin Japanese Arts Society. After an introduction and overview of Japanese incense culture in the parlour, we will gather around the dining room table for a scent-matching game that will test your ability to distinguish among three different naturally aromatic woods. We are looking forward to sharing this contemplative experience in this special space.

01/05/2025

Happy New Year 2025, Year of the Snake, to all our friends and tea family. The white snake is the messenger of Benzaiten, goddess of music, learning, wealth, and fortune, and one of the Seven Lucky Gods. We look forward to sharing more Japanese arts with you this year through classes at SaBi Tea Arts and public programming by The Dōjin Japanese Arts Society.

12/21/2024

We are delighted to begin 2025 with one of our most popular workshops - Nerikō: Japanese Kneaded Incense.

During this 90-minute, hands-on workshop, guests will learn about the significance of nerikō and its use throughout Japanese history before getting their hands dirty blending and rolling their own incense to take home.

We will be offering this lecture-workshop in two locations this year:

SUNDAY JANUARY 19
The Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre in Burnaby
11:00am-12:30pm
1:30pm-3:00pm

SUNDAY JANUARY 26
SaBi Tea Arts in Vancouver
11:00am-12:30pm
1:30pm-3:00pm

Learn more about this program and register by visiting the "upcoming programs" page of our website, linked in our bio.