[Editor's Note: all photos by View staff]
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| A friendly cash game of poker as people arrive. |
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| Some snacks set out to be enjoyed. |
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| A gift from the Emperor, everyone was invited to paint their own tea cup. |
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| Guests learn how to play Kaibaransu |
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| The main function hall |
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| Guests paint their tea cups. |
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| Everyone enjoying their afternoon playing games. |
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| The gathering hall on a lovely spring day. |
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| Formalities were observed every time important members of Teng Hua made announcements or entered the room. |
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| Guests attend a lecture to learn about the unique flora and fauna of Teng Hua. |
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| A treasured art, folding origami. |
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| Members of Teng Hua and guests play a game of Sheho. |
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| The dining room set and ready for the afternoon meal. |
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| The seat of the Emperor. |
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| A busy kitchen is a happy kitchen! |
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| The guests attend a lecture about the seasons and celebrations in Teng Hua. |
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| Martial arts demonstrations were a way of showing honor before the Emperor. |
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| Guests performed as well as members of Teng Hua. |
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| The Emperor himself gave a demonstration of his martial skills. |
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| The guests were treated to a lesson in martial arts. |
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| The Emperor begins the evening meal with a tea ceremony. |
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| Guests enjoy one another's company as the food is served. |
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| Pork belly skewers, seaweed salad, and Teng Huanese pickles. |
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| Hoisin-chicken filled steamed buns. |
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| Soba noodles with a mushroom and leek dashi broth. |
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| Shrimp and ginger dumplings. |
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| The makings of lettuce wraps. |
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| A presentation by the Keiro-rei |
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| Sir Avendar presents and receives a gift during court. |
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| An origami piano on the piano. Very zen. |
