The Book of Tea

By Okakura Kakuzō

The Book of Tea by Okakura Kakuzō is a reflective essay that uses the Japanese tea ceremony to explain East Asian philosophy and aesthetics. Okakura contrasts Eastern values-simplicity, harmony with nature, imperfection, and spiritual depth-with Western materialism and rationalism. Through discussions of art, architecture, Zen Buddhism, and daily life, he presents tea as a way of life rather than a drink, emphasizing mindfulness, humility, and the beauty of the ordinary. The book ultimately argues for cultural understanding and respect between East and West through shared appreciation of beauty and harmony.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GGM1TBRT
• ISBN13: 9798897189960
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Lushena Books
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"