{"id":57703,"date":"2025-04-24T09:36:43","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T00:36:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/?p=57703"},"modified":"2025-05-20T14:29:39","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T05:29:39","slug":"%e6%a3%ae%e3%81%a8%e6%b5%b7%e3%82%92%e3%81%a4%e3%81%aa%e3%81%90%e5%91%bd%e3%81%ae%e5%be%aa%e7%92%b0-%e3%80%8c%e7%a9%80%e9%9b%a8%e3%81%ae%e6%97%a5%e3%81%ab%e7%b4%a1%e3%81%8c%e3%82%8c%e3%81%9f%e3%82%a2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/en\/57703\/","title":{"rendered":"The cycle of life connecting the forest and the sea: &quot;The story of Picea Glehnga tea woven on a day of grain rain&quot; - A conversation with Tatsuya Ueii (Shizenshita) and Ami (Gofujuuu) @ L&#039;Esperance (Sapporo)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thursday, April 24, 2025<\/p>\n<p>Sunday, April 20th is the day of &quot;Grain Rain&quot; in the 24th solar term. Grain Rain is said to &quot;fall rain to nourish the grains,&quot; and is the season when soft, warm rain falls to moisten the fields. On that day, too, a blessed rain fell lightly, as if to moisten the new spring buds...<\/p>\n<h2>Tea Party &quot;A Conversation with Ueii Tatsuya (Shizenshita) &amp; Ami (Gofujuuame)&quot;<\/h2>\n<p>A tea ceremony fitting for Grain Rain Day was held at the vegan restaurant L&#039;Esp\u00e9rance in Maruyama, Sapporo.<\/p>\n<p>This tea party will feature a conversation between Ami (owner of Gofujuu), who developed the aperitif tea, and Kamii Tatsuya (representative of Shizenshita), who provided the tea ingredients (red spruce from the forests of Hokuryu Town), while enjoying the delicious cuisine of L&#039;Esperance.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMrXKoBf5U4KZzQIF0n4kFOAdd-5kdXioR12KY?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOj8UVzqXRkTgqSpwxwR7vR7DiHxCu0uS2JZGMvCXXeQ0XQfCo6McVebsFYgaBQdv4WMvwUi9ekZloxFLR1QqUiZWDgAcP3LceTxTq3qyTlEKMPstwOkdvnkpQsw0I-JH3Wu1DQ_WUCOttpmKWbf6Bh=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Vegan restaurant L&#039;Esp\u00e9rance in Maruyama, Sapporo\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vegan restaurant L&#039;Esp\u00e9rance in Maruyama, Sapporo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipO_WbJeS6nouXRWQCJjtRtbZNyuax-XaO4hw0k?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNn2IA6XTd3zUISJ7I5q7czuJsZ3LD9FuGwOw3sb5u738IXubaPvQ5e2SGMslLDunEhf5XP_0zIhj581AIMTZ5rWLJoR4La_DhdRQPcK1sFgfux5WSQhjSsESIB5D0TxAo7rUDG4SmxcZy9uS3XIiZE=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\" L&#039;Esp\u00e9rance\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">L&#039;Esp\u00e9rance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>The theme is &quot;Forest Tea&quot;!<\/h3>\n<p>This special aperitif tea was developed and planned by Ami (owner of Gofujuuame) as a special aperitif for L&#039;Esperance, which celebrated its 4th anniversary in April.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOmj8XlVXkhI0HtpquuNsploht_4-dkbdX7Tt8?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczO7F_mL-GZfJZWXjz7qGSsiDDqa0dpBdIYJlaa0lfPuSkZTXtybqQLPn272vz2hS3CW5y5moez0mTaVBnDS9DiGE2-ASHGqBGEvgiiNhXlcp4jiQE3n9adx4GcUzLijggAfU6-OxISct9_ERx8_yUdj=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Ami and Kamii are having a meeting\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ami and Kamii are having a meeting<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The raw material for this tea is the leaves of the red spruce trees grown by Tatsuya Uei, who runs a sustainable forest management practice with a high level of environmental conservation in Hokuryu Town!<\/p>\n<p>A wonderful connection made by the red spruce trees growing in the forests of Hokuryu Town!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOYWf0d_5ApClfeEzN_t3AJDv1bn5G936Ljqgg?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOWotX5rAxodqyfqfOBsbH9jDQ_82t3YoWUWdEb-WAWwaen3kjNtNH1u2_dK1uVq03cVT9cpoS_fA2o_jJccw8mjZOAHtXNBgj65I7m4JDDroX45LHWIO54CGrRNff50tgfvEwdUEMKFZNo2mfb4W8A=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"The &quot;Sprachuapse&quot; forest in Hokuryu Town, cultivated by Tatsuya Kamii\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The &quot;Sprachuapse&quot; forest in Hokuryu Town, cultivated by Tatsuya Kamii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipNwHhhy7dYxzULuc2W8JmgToNvJyEdARo9VgwY?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM9yZiW5RmLYKD1S84mhz4Sq7Wf9BYAIFlMdedxisKnZ9FmmQgZqLGHJ924K4_W_IgyU5Nigqq3UXPzWGcXZwr19eBt8YrAzFBHw0V0smjelkxdf2w1Ifg5DvdXIvCHX4W_HXptRnlLeRdeo7NxuL2s=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Tea Party for 12 People\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tea Party for 12 People<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>A conversation between Ami and Tatsuya Kamii<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ami opened her shop, Gofujuuame, in Minami-ku, Sapporo five years ago.<\/li>\n<li>Tatsuya Kamii moved to Hokuryu Town five years ago (April 2020) and started &quot;self-logging forestry&quot; in the town&#039;s forests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMtwRE2vWB7f91HqDryF6ZgGAJF2idAn_ei238?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczN570uI_CyleD7ki_R1NNs6f-bnE_mN6X813KMCjWXuFUP92Q-DMxMifrhEYsAxGVM4E3yQPNgH8DgfreCajdlSSxf4SFE9qv39xkv43MSzsWXR8oIVumPiyrM4ZfWoOhwG-Sb46sfyXF3i5NtLLsIQ=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Ami and Tatsuya Kamii\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ami and Tatsuya Kamii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>The birth of Picea Glehnii tea<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf75 Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;When Hakusan, which serves vegan food, was thinking about future changes, the idea for a new tea was born.<br \/>\nIt is important to us where we get our plants from.<\/p>\n<p>This time, a trusted friend who works as a lumberjack in the forestry industry introduced me to Mr. Uei, who runs a self-cutting forestry business in Hokuryu Town. Through this connection, I was able to make tea using the leaves of the trees that Mr. Uei carefully protects.<\/p>\n<p>We connect that tea to Hakusan&#039;s cooking and have everyone eat it, so we work with an awareness of the entire cycle of food.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPTrZKiLAMSWtC_nkphN1RqKaR7fVn0uxGCQjE?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNTE0aGUOzTL4EpK-zRuF8_m1kBp5qTC9-HsQVREZUJcXNGiYUsIdmE2tGgXyfc4a71CsndHvxrSlOjrBKDMY5U9vkdA2p4EWRSKDWeZJdIxi6_g3LHmq7uJsFEF5KN9EZLN7hlxVSbW7eJPif3j59t=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Ami-san\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ami-san<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Self-cutting forestry: a circular and sustainable forestry<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipO9invU_i55PRaqu4yXfmFz4uMlbOfv7ADR7EI?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNCI9pqvGGoJ3Fh2xs6ingdj2cPHcp9gaQtF5OVuIS4U-EqFc0NP9e3NeY2sO5jpPOzjeyDIQuaU8kDT085901vY8Ap-muaXYaDUw3NdVjKuWk172ccQPiZCYEd7HHTcrReaZSuneVpos8JzlGHjL3Q=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Tatsuya Kamii\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tatsuya Kamii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;I got involved in forestry because I&#039;ve loved nature since I was a child, and I thought it would be nice to have a forest in my garden, and I dreamed of living near a forest. I started forestry with the simple idea that I&#039;d like to work in the forest.<\/p>\n<p>I didn&#039;t want to see living things become extinct due to the destruction of forests, so I was attracted to self-logging forestry, a circular and sustainable forestry method.<\/p>\n<p>When I think of forests, I think the foundation is soil. There is the sea, there is soil, and on that soil, grass grows, there are insects and other living things, trees grow, and humans can live.<\/p>\n<p>Ordinary forestry is thought of as an industrial or manufacturing industry, where trees are cut down and soil is eroded, making landslides more likely to occur.<\/p>\n<p>It is said that it takes more than 100 years for the top layer of soil to form. I dislike the current forestry mindset of &#039;only me now&#039;, so I practice self-cutting forestry, keeping in mind the forests of 100 years from now.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipO_23phWbwsmRiOn71CjsWyYrv1ARSxDdvLs7Q?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPJ1BKPkgpS5aWqgT49sS6V434vQ1fAOyCgC3o1U1Ug6swnwZMYi3cFN_ltciNZeHtnC8rvg_-ieSq_F1LouBTFl6tcTD1bITdMRSFMjFNLTpPG76_lwBXWtFNnMqMVDdF6Q3x0dCYfg081Q4pwlJGc=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"The cycle of life in the forest\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The cycle of life in the forest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Mr. Uwai and I are of the same generation. I am truly happy to have become friends with someone who is working hard in the forestry industry. This is the second time we have met, the last time being the first time we met. Even when we first met, we shared the same thoughts and resonated with each other.<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Kamii has been researching how to make the most of his forest through trial and error for about five years, the same period as me.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays, human-centered thinking is mainstream, and society and river development are being carried out for human convenience. It feels like the environment is becoming difficult for the creatures that live there. Forests, rivers, and oceans are all connected.&quot;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;If you live a self-centered life without considering the overall cycle in the long term, the natural flow will begin to collapse, and ultimately it will be you who suffers.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMPe13Imd1utBoOkVGwCK5omO3fqirwFLjQb0c?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPlqmAo-H9x8EexxePLX11oOWHZEMabSZrjPTxLqP3J4iLDj4TTX7T8Z_NThARlor-Hjn1U89xfvIVvlbCc7aPiWO_IHwBbRkvdncpIRszPylzuWGVyO8B1GXe3kXIFKUo-veJe-SAl71oIYqp1GNCZ=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"The two hit it off\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The two hit it off<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Video of a visit to Kamii&#039;s forest in Hokuryu Town on March 10th<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Ami, Hakusan, and Yuumi visited together<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipNBQCjR-xdqBiHoxgIkdZQGUVcW-CBanTNz7I4?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPpNI2GJHVJ1-nBRnviHejSaIwtIaGrUZvOvZ3UcLhnctn4p4so4xCsk279VSlyKbo5dnLSkg8d3nGWkUigKv_ArxfKEDxfh6zxylDbXctvTSnZCZwq2QhLVIpDSM89XWtGHlC3MeKB-_CBrv_8geB_=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Video of a visit to the Hokuryu Town Forest\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Video of a visit to the Hokuryu Town Forest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;We have received forest materials before, but it was a surprise because it&#039;s rare for someone to suddenly visit the mountains. It was extremely unusual for someone to visit a mountain with snow still remaining on it with the desire to &#039;see the site&#039;.<\/p>\n<p>Looking back, we once provided materials to SHIRO, a cosmetics company in Sunagawa, and the company president personally visited the mountain at that time.<\/p>\n<p>The Picea glehnii tree used for the tea this time is still young, about 30 years old. Its leaves are soft and full of vitality.<\/p>\n<p>The forest is a completely isolated space, so we were able to have some very deep conversations. Ami and her friends tasted the leaves and the snow on the pine needles, enjoying the forest space in a free and easy way.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPeYABPIKAC1Rrevim3121JnfRe3YZG5MlYnoc?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNWTH_tL1rbwNIJAZoNMllw0xuIIfaX8k3ncyTgCveNtrQ2iRCZALi70tXxNvrWjyQ4ONtieSxynb3_r-zNyL-_e74VRoR8N028SUVcUlaMnI8--fZxj4ItjKhPewFczYv61YJvs6-Vp2DbKU-Oeupp=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Branches of the red spruce tree grown by Uwai\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Branches of the red spruce tree grown by Uwai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;After eating the forest leaves, the children enjoyed the forest to their heart&#039;s content, saying things like, &#039;This is delicious,&#039; &#039;These leaves have a different taste,&#039; &#039;It tastes sweet,&#039; &#039;It&#039;s sour,&#039; &#039;It has a spicy, ginger-like stimulating taste,&#039; and &#039;It has a refreshing scent.&#039;<\/p>\n<p>The snow that had accumulated on the pine needles was so pure that if you melted it and added it to tea, it would taste different.<\/p>\n<p>Each plant essence contains its own unique energy, so each one has a different flavor.&quot;<\/p>\n<h4>&quot;Omusubi&quot; made with the thought that all living things are connected<\/h4>\n<p>Ami was provided with spring water collected from Minami-ku, Sapporo, where she lives, and rice balls cooked with that spring water.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Today is Grain Rain Day, a blessed rain, a natural rain, which nourishes us. Thanks to the rain and wind, we are living in peace and safety.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on how you look at things, they are not just good or bad for human convenience, but everything has meaning and is necessary. Everyone has a different role to play, and they all complement each other. I believe that the Earth and the universe exist because not only humans but all living things are connected in cycles.<\/p>\n<p>It is with this feeling in mind that I make these rice balls. I believe it is important for everyone to play their part and to come together as one. Rice balls, tea, and tea ceremonies are all imbued with this same shared feeling.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipP8t15KexszikkifOIZSJboJbinbxmi4nSY8po?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPS7TdhIpNiSeY64LWobWNO2fjO6HJCx5fKDttVv-grEVd1eMnJ_2gh3d7YcRfjiWIdo1T2EsChoL9v4v0Ij0uHVeE2sPxLB5N2P2qt-lRaEvfWZHHJ0JMmhU-sZDb5YfPkpgosJaQqTRlf4VKhXOio=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Rice balls that connect everyone&#039;s thoughts\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rice balls that connect everyone&#039;s thoughts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;This rice ball is made from rice grown in a rice field at the foot of Mt. Sapporo, where spring water flows. It is Nanatsuboshi rice, grown without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.<\/p>\n<p>Shirayama-san asked me to make some sweets, but I felt that the best way to let people know about me would be through rice balls, so I made some.<\/p>\n<p>The key point here is the salt from the sea, &quot;Rausu Salt.&quot; In fact, the forest and the sea are good friends.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOUjb7tHiabayLwX9Rv10epvEwEAo0aIUhD8sU?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPLNoX0gUzYXMbr97wifZ6PGfHS-YiPsbCzbvbETgSySNo_fuoLHFpduwvFk58frdN9yzsfyBDcqUQ-fdJUEsflfZsL_5D9-v5M2ieC9-k-fj-Q6kt8KF38MC9zuZvB4s6RC7wP5voV8UpWem9oI1-t=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Mini rice balls provided\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mini rice balls provided<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Everyone was impressed, saying things like, &quot;It has a sweet and gentle taste!&quot; and &quot;It&#039;s so delicious!&quot;<\/p>\n<h4>Changing the world through small everyday actions<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Leaves fall in the forest, insects eat them, and then fish eat the insects that gather on the leaves, and the fish droppings are carried to the sea, where plankton gather, and this plankton turns into highly nutritious water that flows into the ocean, making it rich in nutrients.&quot;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Without plankton in the ocean, fish would not be healthy. There are creatures that eat that plankton, and all life cycles continue.<\/p>\n<p>Now, seaweed species such as kelp, wakame, and nori are facing a critical situation. It is said that harvests have decreased by about 40% over the past 10 years. One of the reasons for this is that the state of the oceans and rivers is poor, preventing plankton from growing. The same is true for the state of forests.<\/p>\n<p>Research has shown that synthetic detergents and laundry detergents are flowing into rivers and oceans, polluting the water we use daily, preventing plankton from growing.<\/p>\n<p>However, with hope, an experiment was conducted on a remote island in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, in which additive-free soap was used for bathing and laundry in order to prevent pollution of the sea and rivers by domestic wastewater.The results showed that the water quality improved within a few years, and the types and quantities of microorganisms and plankton increased.<\/p>\n<p>Until now, when I looked at the social and world situations, I only saw pain, sadness, and despair. However, I have come to realize that if we can make small changes in our daily lives and raise our voices, the world can truly change. This is where I find hope. I believe that not giving in to despair leads to hope.<\/p>\n<p>There are now an increasing number of young people of Kamii&#039;s generation and the like who want to take part in activities with the same kind of enthusiasm.<\/p>\n<p>I think it&#039;s important for everyone to join hands, regardless of generation. I think everyone here today is doing something, or has something that resonates with them.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than blaming yourself for what you can&#039;t do, I think the first step is to find out what you can do and gradually increase that. The rest is just a matter of knowing.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMIlC2JkHJzeGwqkmvmKi_riTI0_Z9g11twqNk?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPjdOZsn4zB8kTL24ojh-_SJ2a8GNaBDwDVOtb2c43oobNMdkU47sMhgD1pe9gCIdlu7y5a51YioXhiMEAau7MSVcZlaIa46ox8LVD27yk3jb5pKt2hhoXVXXcADXUAdK-zgRhaoaxXb_VfTSWMoX2G=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Feeling the cycle of life in nature...\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Feeling the cycle of life in nature...<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;That&#039;s right. Most people don&#039;t know about it, so I would like them to first study it and learn about it.&quot;<\/p>\n<h4>Cherish the cycle of all life<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Rather than just knowing and believing one thing, it&#039;s important to look at things from various angles. There are many tools available to learn from, and you can even access foreign media through online translation. I think it&#039;s really important to consider what you want to do from various perspectives.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>Please take a moment to smell the red spruce leaves on your tables. The leaves are so soft and lovely! Uehi-san brought some particularly soft branches from the forest in Hokuryu Town.<\/p>\n<p>This time, the red spruce trees to be used for tea were sent to me around February. Normally, I would inspect the trees with my own eyes and collect the leaves, but Uwai-san observes the condition of the plants and selects them before collecting them, so I trusted him and left it to him.<\/p>\n<p>I can see the condition of the leaves, so I really felt that Kamii had sent me a plant that he had truly cherished.<\/p>\n<p>When we collect leaves, we are also receiving the life of that plant. I sympathize with how Uwai values the life of plants. We receive the lives of not only plants but also insects and other living things in nature, and use them to sustain our own lives.<\/p>\n<p>I want to cherish the cycle of all life in the tea I make and other products I make. I always value the perspective of who grows the plants, how they grow them, and what their feelings are when they are harvested. I want to be mindful of various aspects, not just the superficial aspects, such as the invisible feelings that go into them.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPU_ApNBG3KDkFwZNnfZYd94wpsltQ9j6-GygY?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMplfdlH3qQcrJggkA9Hvee92UAUCBRZfnFxw0nVn4JPm0_8BHTMyvohLXmB3JYti53T_P6TpeNi0rtE_kF7iys37sUGSx2_OoFEddDbfL99bMStOXZjn9gkCW4FW8jUYGNOT31EEitUvHksweAVI17=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"A love for plants\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A love for plants<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Identifying and Cutting Each Tree in the Forest<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf32 Kamii-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Self-logging forestry begins with building a path in the forest that will last for 100 years. We start in a place where you can&#039;t see anything around and the bamboo grass is about as tall as you are, and we patiently and carefully build a sturdy path that will not break. We maintain it little by little.<\/p>\n<p>I feel that the best trees are those that have been growing for a long time. They have the strength to survive, so they drop seeds, and the baby trees grow into fine trees three years later. It&#039;s so cute, and it&#039;s those moments when I feel happy and realize that I made the right decision.<\/p>\n<p>If you bring trees from outside and plant them, various problems will arise, such as them becoming diseased or being eaten by mice and not growing.<\/p>\n<p>Even when cutting down trees, we don&#039;t cut them all at once, but instead leave the strongest trees and cut down the ones next to them. We carefully select and cut down each tree in the forest, which is extremely time-consuming, but we are conscious of leaving behind good trees and inevitably enriching the forest.<\/p>\n<p>Without thick trees, owls cannot live, so we are conscious of leaving as many thick and sturdy trees as possible when we work in forestry.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOndsz14--TG5qvUZkLgOfUez3nBvh8w7j5YkA?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOiN9DcV_PNqu41HOWyf_ZhUF6qc_eYUKvsJfqHv5GcjrfBMiswPW4P0MlkKh8Vg6bW5M9ZjcAwsVenSJPXDigRIXDY4wSfZQ86II0eytjLPD2YSghTp3KFkrfKaH7ZSl1_Qw-PqFb3BMl59JDJpNLo=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Trees are carefully observed and cared for with the same loving care as a child.\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trees are carefully observed and cared for with the same loving care as a child.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Chef Hakusan Masaru&#039;s cuisine<\/h3>\n<h4>Aperitif tea: Red spruce tea<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\u2615\ufe0f Ami-san<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;Since this tea is served before meals, we have created a subtle aroma and gentle flavor so that it does not overpower the food.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>Spruce tea is rare, and when I tried it before, I felt it instantly blend into my body, with a fresh, clean taste. Adding a pinch of salt gives it a soup-like umami flavor.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>A glass of &quot;Spine Tea&quot; is served as an aperitif, and is also used as second- and third-grade tea in the course menu, such as in the stock for sauces.<\/p>\n<p>The taste of tea changes subtly depending on how it is brewed and your mood that day. You can feel the change in taste every time you drink it, so I hope everyone will enjoy it in their own way.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPjqjODrX7fM-fHKzulBK4gKRNhmiwbkVLnSp8?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNhI95LAV0buTeJ58DRhjaUJc0eFZH1FvW5WxzDWKp6yWVuY50WiLewl3-ZTZr8zX7UBOuVL4WmpBuSY8kYICV_4RR2SnlQH2MvY3wuSk7UdafCs26qJD3oJm5Pp8WsqsDDWVniqlqy_mUydUeD5Z4M=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Chef Hakusan brews spruce tea with care using subatomic water\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef Hakusan brews spruce tea with care using subatomic water<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&quot;When you add salt, it tastes rich and nutritious, like soup. It&#039;s delicious!&quot; exclaimed the impressed participants as they slowly savored the tea.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPC3FzGCVvX79yc0AfhWEtBIuMyA2MB-R8eKBI?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczN9YT-3QPxuOoos5Oc3Ns6jTYGuLf0Bw5ILcQOoo0oo-0Whw1KnnfRL-9405t-zj0lEDOi4lcEJb3GWmPzRtmIeErMdg59vzKxezHiO__czxrnIuB2DZy10i8XU2V7fWomUm5HcGCpvcsR9_n4SkYdn=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Participants enjoying the aroma of red spruce tea while tilting their wine glasses\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Participants enjoying the aroma of red spruce tea while tilting their wine glasses<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipM0z2MV6kdGJWm8fp86idq9whj_FnZ9vLmB3DU?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNFvlTi5G4tXlo9uYztpo_m6jzvQ3WqAkYlTSfsS5dbvcEvs_nPr4dxwAfTOXEREWi93OdjoyLqnD0eFNoilzU8PVpwu31SqVuKuNSdnCMrPVZ-5he3KiTraUmgDCpcEHx77kQgvxf-f43RFr0TkErn=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Ami and Kamii savor the life energy of the red spruce tea\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ami and Kamii savor the life energy of the red spruce tea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>A dish of California carrots: A dish inspired by a walk through the forest<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf78 Chef Hakusan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;When you mix in various ingredients, including mountain flowers, it gives off a yellow peach flavor and a variety of other aromas.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>This dish features vibrant colors of carrots, radishes, peaches, and edible flowers, and the aroma will soothe your soul, while the gentle flavor will fill your body!!!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOBFA6vZ3JZ0_R9bMcnW5KpJZJcKTlc5uRnDKw?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNYs71mtMmEVxIJJH6WDs0dxb0VDvhHBdh4yG-fnWHAD1HPH9zxomdNiCGnFAHiLF6z32CbTNKWkBUG6Yga_eOZHSM3S4D2K4uMKOIt4yEO60J0z3e-q5sWW5E1e0RFhAkCOqtrCxEU5S0pizd5o-rY=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Chef Hakusan\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef Hakusan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPzrjxDqENDugX_dQ_FUrfpS7RomSyusUng5co?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOSxr08D6iGlbZJjeaq8xu_ZfBwMfhmpErXL44SCbTAR4Qmhf551yQsWE2aLTamJyB6vznkfmJAP-FUS52TBS8JuiC9RZS-nZV_Tz42f5P0UyviDxnBjI-_XUVHTfaovsVnmyWPKEMwLmbihHrSseUU=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"A plate of California carrots\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A plate of California carrots<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Crab topping to resemble a river<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf78 Chef Hakusan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;It&#039;s a dish that feels like it&#039;s flowing from the forest into the river.&quot;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMRlvD7Uci0Z0bG-r_4cuiphXevI0BkRYUG9Y0?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMtasm7H8_AFsvfVRkzLY8NsHPi_YkoYLQsOX5A_V8W1-LTXl97WFCtp1TYEeeIX_TIjTX5WC3h-e2zBjmsQcP_I_ohZ0Tok5hvoKM5NscCujCB3vtIqJY44DP9GGFv1x-Mo6wvuvye7Qc8tMEf9KXv=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Chef Hakusan explaining\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef Hakusan explaining<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The dish, arranged in a spring roll wrapper, features vegetables such as dried daikon radish, maitake mushrooms, and celery, which create a mysterious harmony of flavors that resonate with each other, creating a fantasy dish that seems to float gently in a river of vibrant green sauce!!!<\/p>\n<p>The two crabs playing on top of the cream are so cute!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOg5tKlbEl1aw6YAlzr23szVJ3OLdtQocAKYLQ?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMhCvzv_X9jHQYxHXjJDeG_EwWCfmeFfHZxvfcdCksW4tg7NglkoWuFV9p3sKAdo5Wfrn7tfmLaxPSA-1xa3haxV5-vInwKbeP_7m6UfOHjZQR95ZTb0s_gfm6I8CAbTWV9rEnrQoWkdeSTM1UO0vUZ=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"A dish inspired by a river\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A dish inspired by a river<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Image of the sea<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf78 Chef Hakusan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;These dishes are inspired by sea fish.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>This dish evokes the ocean world with a sauce made from couscous and turnip leaves, a green avocado puree, and fresh seasonal asparagus, topped with a monaka fish!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipNr3CYEIDdLEnlnIdu1pQeXYF1oRvEL5L4AonM?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOf8xDk0Bt6Pfag1XsErJYiyQJ9mzcV7808lCQecI9nV_k3ZZJrC2rYHSoO5bjcnSjakQiTFNBxRr2eDdoL5oV_UAk54vSl2LiK5BhBeWkxhe5B9dDoqElHYnGm6Jh3ID6z9lJkDO2TlCRLOsDwoTYk=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"A dish inspired by the sea\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A dish inspired by the sea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Cookies made from ancient wheat and charcoal, shaped like fish bones<\/h4>\n<p>I was surprised by the Monaka fish bone cookies!!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMjW0Fhpnn3cr9IWtFy5lNR8Sq5Q0wh-rM37kg?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczNR_iAO5mi8eq5bjskdCDk79fGjNLNMFKzbyk7e7t0UrMATKWez7_pj5gbdvV8Xm6buK4Kmq8i9D8FeJjKMP8-iAQAzXdHyjfrSWvUt26hzeKToB4iEBelwXqHAFi3pcUc2tes0NCyLEU_jUpYPaFAH=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Ancient wheat and charcoal cookies\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ancient wheat and charcoal cookies<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf78 Chef Hakusan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&quot;It&#039;s a course meal that tells the story of going from the forest to the river, from the river to the sea, and then back to the forest.&quot;<\/p>\n<h4>Dessert <\/h4>\n<p>This super cute bear monaka sandwich with tapioca ice cream and its butt facing you is so cute \u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p>The sweet and sour taste and slightly bitter taste of the kumquats bring the whole dish together, satisfying both body and mind!!!<\/p>\n<p>A slightly twisted bear with its back facing you, tapioca ice cream monaka, and kumquat jam.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPN35luPDifKjsVnQUHJmY9cwmrlbuy3Gg82pM?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczO3C-jtR8p4GqjfN0cbl7JgICFpEbxHcNw1MlEdIUxYAcYFQgBmawUz7m9VchFfMepXbAx3jB_o7rICvWTzMKU25TI8T9_oDK4uBJ3Xy8A-x1AGzSYGhTdpDlEzP8JIgyKSjNau3TEsxyF5TUQtU1gR=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Bear ice cream monaka and kumquat jam\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bear ice cream monaka and kumquat jam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOVHJaP8sSOYDEum4M34nv3Voi36nfkly0VhSU?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOF6TXIZxpilisic2vQHcjB3G6IlMFtuoNNc-6Hqqq5vOhlAX64scw9pnjjt6cjYtl3pZC-tD9bEbIoRBYE6-JLBbF1KmupGbYp2vtBMjVGgKHobaj2Xtext0rHOIPcw9BdVgl8uTi7Tin3w-uY_mOy=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Monaka with tapioca ice cream\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monaka with tapioca ice cream<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMEJuQxy-LyXdzb7b0Lhrij3254UOUj2n9v5ak?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMmIY4sMGfSJsdFY5oCKSyKcVyXnuAjuM6DELRuph-jLu-tVm9hxm3QD85sUDPl_6DsgohlkT5Ta0ZAcLPgvzGhhZZzBaifr_WPvdCZdf6ktR0yyb901IIXzShHjUK06TCXSlVZLI_L2AghIMQ0qg8K=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Everyone enjoying the food\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Everyone enjoying the food<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Ancient wheat muffins<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMpOU9UuUYli9AeuSWl6TyjKyfo2-rYEg3kssw?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOGmfOZNbObJI1Nf8pMtLPVmTlSUmMtZuFNfL1ZmpxqA53DCqkxSfi6gMn5httpSUXRHOcmCiVvtT1mY9LdodzW9L4cNuQJitW2FWyi9nQrSWiukB76PZxlo4oaJukWYCMGPI3HvsMuPvUMHujmBzrm=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Ancient Wheat Muffins\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ancient Wheat Muffins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Hope Muffin<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipPafAwPxkvdekzhf_foqckysE2JJdDSCWW8P0U?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczO_Kld79VgeMN4yFJOI67reoRRuE1oQLHMtF1fL15ta_L-YnABGENcPZ9gV9dT9wPhZVF_wOEwMpKTo7TpCt6JMYZLwWdYEAId7XWIdFWtjw-XnLdTrZtK43UbewBI8DCb2xwYGPTfN1UuakjefwHdk=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Hope Muffin\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hope Muffin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Japanese mint tea: A soft and gentle tasting tea<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Peppermint tea combined with pesticide-free roasted green tea from Shiga Prefecture<\/li>\n<li>Tea brewed using Hakusan&#039;s subatomic water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOfpDBK_ZCZti_e8h4QUYXnylh9yS_J-g4LxWs?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMt7ddmOBkgWPi8lfHUpvhL65_xSm2D1P6SUAZUtA62K8e1OlS7pdbO90U3DvYWRaQZwDUuQVvviDpj5mAItvfqOaEaDdmMgSdz76NhIElokLje8Og-7AYyESqmGvzPerEEiaTGUuEAuqH_h28rGTfH=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Japanese mint tea\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Japanese mint tea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipOcIP9H5oIXtzPmDsUQ0vh30_yETEhSYs-3iKk?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczP9nMyDpfs9OgmJ1FrrnTDnwMMEp0LNpZLEx1A-EsHhaWrFLDjUh30mABJH1nETLSR0QH5ecBQubslnzEA0qfM-e2t-E8j0zDmIylBRLw3t0BcpJHhBOL3qe2cKt3XjuObfrjNb0RkMj11XL3RPaG1O=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Ami&#039;s lovely teas and walnut sweets\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ami&#039;s lovely teas and walnut sweets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipP7X3WNUtNEPQilE8sILsTrQtpo6z1XJojwgGc?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPrlNMmnKSMNVRAe2JzClVj3g-tah1s3j3bnSrLhC4qek6Jyck7nM_UgPN-52EjQLliD3Cif_eIo7Mol24D_K-mgG78IjRSAV5y48MXgSgjmrCxwZlYCWfUK21QpX5mSWwWPEmdT20lZi_bmhV81M8O=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Chef Hakusan and Tatsuya Uei\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef Hakusan and Tatsuya Uei<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipNEeh-qDSA5NhEVE-LGLjIukFQnEoM8Y5O0KuM?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOzOfnhGIHHvWZHo3Y_AQmaF__ahRYJ5WuuvDwsxTW58sfs9gk5TbrsBhjeqoL2t35-_xG0JXVzLErVZDgmfK-V27N4tFgtUMIUEXAOxseVv3BacxjY1ubbtXVFcLBPELGg7xj8AC75YEpvUZpv1mSG=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"A space where you can feel the cycle of life in nature...\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A space where you can feel the cycle of life in nature...<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A wonderful tea party woven together by people whose souls resonate with one another, including &quot;Ami-san,&quot; the creator of tea, &quot;lumberjack Uei Tatsuya,&quot; the parent of the ingredients, and artistic cuisine creator chef &quot;Chef Hakusan Masaru of L&#039;Esperance&quot;!!!<\/p>\n<p>With boundless love, gratitude and prayer, we share precious moments with people who pay attention to the cycle of life in all living things, and who care for and cherish the small things in their daily lives...<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipNMbAzir-9NUEFZyYpjvWdBGyED9g8MNVVdFVmZl0YspGYI6orWJONbAiFsG40MCQ\/photo\/AF1QipMziKkxeDk4oF2MgS_g1GUf4Nj1h_XEjthZLi8?key=ZFhxWExzLVBTcmY5dkYtOXFFZHgyQmpMZUNCQm5B\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczN-PqbP57Ky_X2n0ahx-94KmlZ7V1gUtV9y5K3MMEc8vT9fMSuGSs5amHTiVQZ8b1n0_Yn02k_z6-X_bFchXrI_0YDB9kCa9tsx--NU_z184Pr54tQx_X3m2Bq4zVuNIw4v8x3phV1tnB8p_A7_46R3=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Spring buds &quot;pussy willow&quot;\" class=\"size-full\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spring buds &quot;pussy willow&quot;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>YouTube videos<\/h2>\n<div class=\"youtube\"><iframe title=\"The cycle of life connecting the forest and the sea: &quot;The story of Picea Glehnga tea woven on a day of grain rain&quot; - A conversation with Tatsuya Ueii (Shizenshita) and Ami (Gofujuuu) @ L&#039;Esperance (Sapporo)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v-gHeWMSPPQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>Other photos<\/h2>\n<div class=\"img-move\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\" src=\"https:\/\/ehokkaido.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/2021-12-06-11.41.12.png\" \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/tSTAjUnXiideg3uZ6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photos (91 photos) of the Tea Ceremony @ L&#039;Esperance &quot;A conversation between Uehi of Shizenka and Ami of Gofujuuame&quot; are here &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Related Sites<\/h2>\n<div class=\"img-move\">\n\ud83c\udf32 <a href=\"https:\/\/shizenka.net\/\" target=\"_blank\">Self-cutting forestry &quot;Shizen-shita&quot; website<\/a>\ud83c\udf32 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shizenka2020\/\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><br \/>\n\u2615\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/9481647166.amebaownd.com\" target=\"_blank\">Organic restaurant &quot;Gofujuu&quot; website<\/a>\u2615\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gofuujuu\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><br \/>\n\ud83c\udf78 <a href=\"https:\/\/lesperancevegan.wixsite.com\/veganfrench\" target=\"_blank\">Vegetarian\/vegan restaurant &quot;L&#039;Esperance&quot; website<\/a>\ud83c\udf78 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lesperance.sapporo\/\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Related articles<\/h2>\n\n        <div class=\"site-blogcard-premium\">\n            <div class=\"bc-label-custom\">Related articles<\/div>\n            <div class=\"bc-flex-container\">\n                <div class=\"bc-main-text\">\n                    <div class=\"bc-title-link-box\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/en\/57436\/\" 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