2. Japanese Tea Ceremony
The Japanese tea ceremony is revered worldwide for its serene, ancient atmosphere. Yet, most of the intricate rituals and strict etiquette that define it today are products of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As Japan modernized, nationalists sought to formalize and promote tea ceremony as a symbol of cultural identity. While its roots stretch back centuries, its current, highly structured form is a relatively recent invention. Reference
