School and public sessions
Omotesenke Tea Ceremony
Short answer: Omotesenke is one of the three Sen families. Its lineage traces back to Kōshin Sōsa, the third son of Genpaku Sōtan. A public session may be a demonstration, an introduction or a class, which the organizer should state.
What the Omotesenke name indicates
The name connects a practice with a lineage. It does not by itself state the level, duration, language, visitor participation or teacher identity.
Omotesenke, Urasenke and Mushakōjisenke are the three Sen families. They should not be presented as the only Japanese tea traditions.
Currently verified sessions in France
- MCJP Omotesenke demonstrations, listed for 26 September, 14 November and 5 December 2026;
- Tenri Paris, Tuesday classes listed from 1 September 2026;
- MCJP ryūrei course, eight classes listed from 16 September to 25 November 2026.
This information is temporary and must be checked again before registration.
Before booking
- identify the organizer, teacher and school;
- distinguish demonstration, introduction and class;
- check whether visitors observe or practise;
- confirm date, duration, price, language and accessibility.
Sources
- Omotesenke, official lineage history
- Omotesenke, official glossary
- Tenri Paris, current programme
- MCJP, dated demonstrations
Sources checked 13 July 2026.
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