中国宋代における茶の加工法の変化と闘茶

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Tea from all over the world belongs to the same species, "camellia sinensis" and is classified according to differences in processing methods. In China, the country of origin for tea, the habit of drinking tea spread widely during the Song Dynasty (960-1279). During this era, valuable tea was Gong cha (Tribute tea: for offering to the Imperial court), in particular, Fanning tea (solid tea) derived from Pian cha in the Tang Dynasty was used. During the Song Dynasty, tea competitions further increased the popularity of tea among the general population. This gradual change in fashion may be considered as one of the factors responsible for the increased processing of tea during this era. The present research investigates the production, processing, and distribution of tea as depicted in literature, including pictures and statistical records, from the Song Dynasty. In addition, the relationship between competition and processing of tea is discussed. (Waseda Journal of Human Sciences, 18 (2) : 47-61, 2005)
2005-09-25