Reservations

Momoyama Period

The end of the Muromachi Period was a time of extreme dominance by the Ashikaga shoguns. Often referred to as the Era of Warring States, Japan was experiencing violent confrontations over territory and dominance. Finally after years of over control by the Ashikaga clan, a new shogun overthrew the current Ashikaga shogun. In 1573, Oda Nobunaga was the first of three new shoguns to begin to restore order in Japan. After Nobunaga’s assassination, Toyotomi Hideyoshi took control of the government. The Momoyama Period, or Peach Blossom Hill in English, comes from the scenic nature surrounding Hideyoshi’s castles southeast of Kyoto. As the last of the three new shoguns, Tokygawa Ieyasu took power after Hideyoshi died of natural causes. The Ieyasu clan would be in control for two and a half centuries.

Tea Ceremony Water Jar:

The Japanese Tea Ceremony is the act of drinking matcha with choreographed rituals requiring years of study to master. While in the tea room, emphasis is placed on the host, the guests, and the tea utensils. The water jar was used to rinse tea bowls or fill kettles.

Chinese Lions:

The Chinese guardian lions, also known as "Foo Dogs" were a common representation of the lion in pre-modern China. These lions were placed outside of important places and were believed to have powerful mythic protective benefits.