Tea with “Children Without Borders” – 国境なき子どもたち “KnK”

With great excitement and enthusiasm, the Japan-related event the kids of KnK were waiting for, started with a captivating presentation by Tymoor-sensei, where he shared his experience and knowledge about Japan, and the Japanese language.

The kids were genuinely interested in the event, and were very interactive.

They explored several Japanese arts and games, and had the chance to learn and do many things first hand.

It was a great chance for Chanoyu Arabia to be part of this wonderful event, and share with the kids the unique taste of Japanese Hospitality.

The girls were a bit hesitant at the beginning, but gradually became more interested, and enjoyed the tea.

Some kids were very interested in the procedure of making the tea.

The calligraphy corner wrote the kids’ names in Japanese, which made it possible to call each kid by their name, and made the the atmosphere friendlier.

Some of the KnK staff enjoyed a short tea break.

Some of the kids were more patient and curious than others.

It is always a great pleasure to make Japanese people feel at home by having a bowl of tea with us.

The boys were very curious and eager to learn and try something new.

As with most kids, the cookies are the fun part, but surprisingly, many boys enjoyed the tea a lot.

Thanks to Chanoyu Arabia’s Team (Mariam-san, Jumana-san, Mo Rai-san, Musa-san, and of course our long-time photographer Tymoor-sensei who despite his busy schedule, managed to document this lovely event).

Thanks to all who worked on this event, and made it a memorable experience to all the girls and boys of KnK, whom we wish a bright and exciting future.

“Children Without Borders” Staff Gathering – 国境なき子どもたち “KnK” スタッフ茶会

A few days ago, we have had the great pleasure of hosting the wonderful local staff of the non-profit organisation KnK,  who supports underprivileged youth in Asia, by offering them educational programs and extra curricular activities.

KnK began operation in 2000, from their base in Tokyo, and in 2007 Jordan joined their network, and currently caters to almost 800 kids.

We were very glad Kato-san, the project coordinator, was able to feel the warmth of her home while enjoying her tea.

Our host, Mariam-san, proved to handle her first official Chakai very well.

The staff of KnK consists of teachers and social workers, who besides providing the education and activities to the kids, they also work on reintegrating the underprivileged youth into society.

This event was an introduction to a bigger two-day event, dedicated for all the kids, which Chanoyu Arabia is looking forward to taking part in at the KnK centre in Jabal Amman, on the 27th and 28th of June 2011.

Thanks to Kato-san for coordinating this event and introducing us to the wonderful staff, and thanks to Tymoor-sensei for coming up with the initial idea, and for documenting this event, and thanks to Mariam-san for her efforts and support.

Looking forward to meeting and sharing tea with the kids on the coming big event.