Sen Gyoku (Sen no Rikyū's descendant)

Sen Gyoku is a descendant of Sen no Rikyū, the famed Japanese tea master credited with shaping the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. As a family continuant of Rikyū’s legacy, Sen Gyoku embodies and preserves the cultural and aesthetic principles of these ceremonies, emphasizing simplicity, harmony, and respect. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, he helps uphold Rikyū’s influence on Japanese tea culture, often participating in formal tea gatherings and educational efforts to promote understanding of this refined art form. His role ensures the continuity of a deep cultural heritage that values mindfulness, grace, and spiritual connection through tea.