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Wabi sabi
わびさび
Imperfection and impermanence
Wabi loosely means the elegance of humble simplicity, while sabi refers to the passing of time and subsequent deterioration. Together, the words wabi sabi describe not only a Japanese aesthetic but a world view. It's about savouring life's imperfections and accepting that death is a part of everything. It's an acknowledgement of beauty in the crack in a painting, the chip in a ceramic bowl, the irregularity in a handwoven kimono.
Trying your hand at a craft activity in Japan is the easiest way to get to grips with the essence of wabi sabi. We can arrange a pottery lesson, ikebana flower arranging, kintsugi (repairing ceramics with gold) and more. Let us know what takes your fancy.
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