The idea of a seamless wind came from the idea to use wind as part of my design, as wind is the best renewable energy in the UK, but I wanted it to connect the idea of seamless witht to the rest of my design so I look into the japanese wind god (Fujin). He always carry around this silk scarf that move effortlessly in the air and it represent power. I'm also using the Masu cup design to combine with fujin scarf to create the design of the pavilion. As the Masu have it own unique history where host would pour sake to overflow into the Masu cup like a waterfall. The overflowing is an act of kindness and generosity by the host to show their appreciation for your friendship (or, in a restaurant setting, for your business). It also works as a little act of celebration, to lift the spirits and to enjoy the present state of life. Watching the sake overflow and not knowing whether it will tip over presents a beautiful moment of suspense, when time seems to almost slow down. By introducing this moment of suspension, this ceremony keeps your mind in the present moment, focused only on the beautiful waterfall of sake. And ceremonies, like any other ritual, come with rules
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