In a traditional Japanese-style room (zashiki), the tokonoma is the alcove where decorative items such as hanging scrolls, incense containers(kogo), and flower vases are displayed. Every tea room is equipped with a tokonoma, and upon entering the tea space, guests first approach and observe the display in the alcove as a gesture of respect.
Tokonoma types are categorized by their form, position, and size, with different names and meanings accordingly.

In the Japanese tea ceremony, a ro refers to a sunken hearth installed beneath the tatami floor. It is used for heating water during tea gatherings held from early November through the end of April. The ro retains the atmosphere of a traditional hearth used to warm rooms in the colder seasons.
The ro consists of two main parts: the rodan (sunken hearth base) and the robuchi (wooden frame). The standard size commonly used in modern tea rooms is 1 shaku 4 sun (approximately 424 mm) square.
At Sankyodou, we offer consultation for selecting rodan and robuchi when constructing or renovating tea rooms.

The furo is a portable brazier used in tea ceremony to hold charcoal and support the kettle(cauldron). Furo can be made from karakane (refined copper alloy), iron, clay, or wood. Before Sen no Rikyu standardized the use of the sunken hearth(ro), the furo was used year-round in tea gatherings.
Today, the furo is typically used from May to October, while the ro is used in the colder months. However, the furo may also be used in winter when a hearth is not available.

In the context of the Japanese tea ceremony, kaiseki refers to a light meal served as part of the proess of chaji (formal tea gathering) to prepare guests to enjoy the final bowl of tea with full appreciation.

Nodate refers to preparing and enjoying tea outdoors. Savoring matcha while feeling the breath of nature carried by the wind. this is a uniquely Japanese form of luxury, made all the more special by the country’s four beautiful seasons.

In the tea ceremony, the mizuya refers to the preparation area where utensils are stored, cleaned, and arranged before and after the temae (tea procedure) or chaji (formal tea gathering). The layout and style of the mizuya vary depending on the size of the tea room, the tea school tradition, and personal preference.

Matcha is a type of green tea used in the Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu). During a tea gathering, enjoying matcha with seasonal sweets brings a sense of peace and calm. There are two types of matcha: koicha (thick tea) and usucha (thin tea).

From our origins as Sankyodou Kaki-ten (Sankyodou Flower Vase Shop), we have cultivated unique expertise in floral tools and supplies.
At Sankyodou, we proudly offer a wide selection of ikebana tools to suit the needs of all customers?from beginners to professional artists.

When attending tea gatherings or practice sessions, guests typically bring a kaishi pouch containing a fan(sensu), fukusa(silk cloth), kaishi(paper), and yoji(sweet pick).
At Sankyodou, we also offer a variety of related items such as kobukusa (small fukusa), dashibukusa(presentation cloths), small chakin(tea cloths), and cases for storing them.

With Kyoto to the west and Tokyo in the east, Oyama stands along the two great capitals.
The name Sankyodo embodies our founder Yoshinosuke Yamazaki's wish: to make Oyama a "miyako"-a cultural capital-alongside Kyoto and Tokyo.

Japan is blessed with four beautiful seasons and many distinct climate and cultural environment.
Tea utensils and ikebana tools enable us to feel those seasons and cultural landscapes.
Across Japan, there is a wide spectrum of works by artisans who support these arts, and some historic pieces carry several centuries of lineage.
We strive each day to bring such excellent works into the hands of as many customers as possible.
The spirit of Chanoyu has long been expressed as "wakei seijaku (harmony, respect, purity and tranquility)" as well as "omotenashi (the spirit of hospitality)."
With sincerity, we will continue to support chanoyu and ikebana-traditions that are the cultural heritage of Japan-so that they may flourish far into the future.