Q : What is necessary to start lessons?

A : The necessaries for lessons are four things :
Fukusa(silk wrapper), Sensu(Japanese fan), Kaishi(paper), Kaishi-ire(bag).
If you start lessons and pay entrance fee, I'll give you these.

Q : Do I have to wear a kimono when I take lessons?

A : It's OK to wear everyday clothes for lessons.
But when you take lessons, you must take ring, whist watch and brancelet off.

Q : How long does it take to get several licenses?

A : I think it takes one year or more to get the first license.
But it is not necessary to get licenses.
If you want to get licenses, I'll give you them when I judge you master each levels.
There are seven licenses in order to be a teacher of Japanese tea celemony.