e-Learning : A Guide to Japanese Green Tea
Presented by Momiji / JSS
Wed. May 24, 2023, 3:00 – 4:00 pm (English & Japanese)
1-hour online session (Zoom) to learn about Japanese green tea will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), in English and Japanese.
What is this session about?
Green tea has a rich cultural and historical significance in Japan, with a variety of types and flavors to explore. In this seminar, we will take a closer look at the world of Japanese green tea, from its origins and cultivation to brewing techniques, health benefits and delicious recipe. Whether you’re a seasoned tea enthusiast or simply curious about green tea, this seminar will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Japanese green tea and its place in Japanese culture.
Information in this talk include :
- General Information about Japanese green tea
- Different types of Green tea / How to serve a delicious cup of tea
- Find out Green tea’s health benefits (Speaker : Tomoko from Hokusan Japanese Tea)
- Fun and delicious cooking recipe
About our Guest Speaker
Presenter : Rikko Osaki
Certified Japanese green tea advisor, The founder of Hokusan Tea Canada, The winner of “The Best Japanese Green Tea of 2022” by North American Tea Associations
Rikko believes that we all can learn so much from Japan’s amazing tea culture. While introducing the finest green tea from all over Japan, Rikko can help everyone experience this remarkable tea and find some solace from the chaos and stress of daily living.
How to Attend
Anyone interested can attend but pre-registration is required. Click the registration button below, and fill and submit it two days before the session date (Mon, May 22). If you have difficulty using the online registration system, feel free to contact the hosting agency.
（Registration Form will open from the button above）
Those who registered will receive an invitation email with the Zoom link and ID/Passcode, by a day before the session date from the hosting organizations. Check your junk box if you can’t find it in your inbox – Email us if you don’t see it anywhere.
【Caution!】
1. Auto-email (to confirm what you filled) right after registration
You will receive a confirmation email from the system right after you “Submit” your form (this receipt does not contain the Zoom URL). Make sure to type the correct email of yours. If you don’t see it, check your junk folder first, then contact JSS.
2. Your Zoom display name should be recognizable to the host
Upon joining, please display your name on Zoom in ways we recognize that you registered. For example, instead of using nicknames or initials, include your first and/or last (e.g. Hanako Y, H. Yamada, Hanako Yamada) . We may not be able to allow you to enter for security purposes if we can’t recognize your name.
※Contact JSS if you don’t know how to change your Zoom display name.
Contact
- Momiji Health Care Society（Chie）：416-261-6683 x.249 / ciw@momiji.on.ca
- Japanese Social Services (JSS) (Rumiko）：416-385-9200 / programs@jss.ca
Zoom – First Time?
If this is the first time you are trying out Zoom, we are more than happy to help you out with downloading and using Zoom, while connecting with you via phone. Please contact us as soon as possible, to book your practice session. *Availability may be limited depending on the number of requests.
**Please note that we most likely can’t help you connect Zoom on the day of the seminar due to limited staffing. We encourage you to book us for the practice prior to the seminar date.
This eLearning series is:
- Provided by：Momiji Health Care Society、 Japanese Social Services (JSS)
- supported by Shinobu Yajima (Halton Japanese Senior Lunch Group), Family Talks Forum (FTF)
