10/14 October Second Sunday + Tea Ceremonies

Second Sunday Open Days

Even though the Storrier Stearns garden is a perfect backdrop for cultural events, festivals and celebrations, Japanese gardens are designed primarily for quiet contemplation and introspection. Our Second Sundays will offer visitors the serenity that has characterized Japanese gardens for centuries, a respite from a hectic world. Chairs and benches will be scattered around the garden and tables will be available for picnics and conversation. Highlighting the day will be tea ceremonies in the Niko-an Teahouse (reserved separately.)

Tea Ceremony Demonstrations

Tea ceremonies in the teahouse with Mikko return this month at 1pm and 2pm. Reservation required.

The Japanese tea ceremony is a sacred practice that embodies harmony, respect and tranquility. Experience the Way of Tea in the exquisite Niko-an Teahouse. Mikko Nakatomi will perform two matcha tea ceremony demonstrations, and will explain the meanings behind the time-honored rituals of the ceremonial preparation and presentation of Japanese tea.
Pillows and chairs will be provided. Space is limited to 15 participants.

• The garden is open to the public 10am to 4pm on the second and last Sundays of each month. Closed the last Sunday of December
• Garden admission with online reservation $7.50 / at the gate $10
• Members receive free garden admission for two
• Children 12 and under free
• Picnics welcome!
• Reservation required for Tea Ceremony $15  
• (Tea ceremonies are not appropriate for very young children)
• Reservations close the day before at 5pm
• Sorry, no pets allowed.
• The garden is wheelchair accessible
• OPEN RAIN OR SHINE. We are not able to issue refunds

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