Frequently asked questions
What does Chado Studio specialise in?
Chado Studio curates ancient tree teas, ritual tea ware, tea pets and symbolic jewellery designed to support mindful living and intentional daily rituals.
Where is Chado Studio based?
Chado Studio operates from New Zealand and ships internationally, serving customers across Australasia and beyond.
What is ancient tree tea?
Ancient tea tree tea comes from tea trees that are often hundreds of years old, growing naturally in old-growth forests rather than plantation farms.
How is ancient tree tea different from regular tea?
Ancient tea tree teas are typically more complex, mineral-rich and expressive, reflecting the age of the trees, deep root systems and natural growing environment.
What is a gongfu tea set?
A gongfu tea set is designed for traditional Chinese tea brewing, using smaller vessels to highlight aroma, texture and flavour through multiple short infusions.
What is prosperity jewellery?
Prosperity jewellery is symbolic pieces designed to support intention-setting around abundance, clarity and personal growth. Many prosperity symbols draw inspiration from traditional philosophies and cultural practices, where jewellery serves as a reminder of intention rather than a promise of outcome.
What is a tea pet?
A tea pet is a small figurine traditionally used in gongfu tea rituals, placed on the tea tray and gently rinsed with tea during brewing to serve as symbolic companions during tea practice, encouraging presence, playfulness and connection to the ritual.