茶寮
also: さりょう
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Meanings
1
tea-ceremony room; tea-ceremony hut
A traditional Japanese room or small detached building designed for the tea ceremony (茶道). Often rustic and intimate.
This inn has a quiet tea-ceremony room attached.
2
Often used in the names of traditional Japanese-style cafes or restaurants, especially those serving tea and light meals. Can also refer to a casual dining spot.
In tourist areas, there are many cafes serving traditional sweets.