Y12 students enjoyed traditional Japanese cultural activities this week as they took part in a tea ceremony or sadou, and ikebana - the Japanese art of flower arranging.

Sadou 茶道 is not just about making and drinking green tea, but one of the main purposes of the tea ceremony is for the guests to enjoy the hospitality of the host, in an atmosphere distinct from the fast pace of everyday life.

The students embraced the traditional sadou by preparing and drinking their own Matcha green tea, and for the ikebana activity they arranged flowers in vases and containers, taking care to position and secure the delicate stems in place.