Chanoyu Decoded is a living database with new materials added on the 28^th of every month.
Explore the world of Chanoyu through the images, writings, and recordings in the portfolio of 
Professor Allan Sōsei Palmer.

Newly Published Work for Mid-July 2025

Chanoyu: Anatomy of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Course Series is Available Here

Garandō in the midst of, kumi-tate, 組み立て, assemble, for the Kō-kō-dana, 更好棚, Again-choose-shelf. An example of ingenuity, the essence of Chanoyu.

Produced by Tanya Sōya Valentine – Palo Alto, California