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Culture

ICHIJYU ISSAI: A Meditative Meal & Matcha Ritual

Step into a hidden Japanese tatami room in the heart of Union Square, for an intimate and meditative gathering inspired by the philosophy of Ichijyu Issai—“one soup, one dish.”

1 hour·
  • Begin with a grounding breathwork session before savoring a simple, sensory-based meal of brown rice onigiri, handcrafted miso soup by MISOMARU, and a seasonal wagashi—each element chosen for its connection to Japanese fermentation, seasonality, and mindful nourishment.
  • Experience the ritual of tea as Takeda Zen leads a ceremonial matcha offering using Kyoto ceremonial-grade matcha from Wmatcha & Co. 1704, prepared with reverence and intention.
  • The evening concludes with a singing bowl meditation, gently integrating the experience and guiding you back to self.

Held in a private, traditional tatami room, this experience is thoughtfully curated by MISOMARU as a portal to reconnect with the body—through eating with presence, reverence, and all five senses.

You’ll leave with a softened mind, nourished body, and renewed sense of stillness.

The details

Hosted by
MISOMARU
Duration
1 hour
Price
From $75 per person

Reviews

Reviews

5.0

The experience felt very authentic - as someone who has dreamed of visiting Japan for a long time, it seemed to replicate a situation that may happen ...

Great communication from host
Unique and memorable experience
Perfect location/venue

Lauren Palmer

Jul 2025

The experience felt very authentic - as someone who has dreamed of visiting Japan for a long time, it seemed to replicate a situation that may happen ...

Great communication from host
Unique and memorable experience
Perfect location/venue

Lauren Palmer

Jul 2025

Book

$75per person