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 Posted: Tue Nov 15, 2011 9:21 pm
 Kishu Ken ( Canis lupus familiaris) Tieguanyin Oolong Tea ♂/ MALE || 水 WATER || 辣 SPICY
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:36 pm
Directory
About Ryoki
Ryoki and Miyuki
Kishu Ken Info
Miyuki Link
Tieguanyin Info
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:38 pm
About Ryoki
Name: Ryoki
Nickname: Ryo
Spirit: Kishu Ken
Tea: Tieguanyin
Flavor: Spicy
Element: Water
Height: 5'4"
Weight: 175 lbs
Build: Ryoki has a swimmer's build - lean but well muscled.
Hair: Short, spiky and white - it is thick and has a mind of its own
Eyes: A dark gray that is almost black, they are tilted at the corners
Ears/Tail: Short ears often perked forward as if he hears something.
Skin tone: Very pale
Personality: Three positive, neutral and negative traits and a description as to how they fit Ryoki
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:39 pm
Miyuki and Ryoki
Why Ryoki was picked for Miyuki, why she needed him and how they feel about each other
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:40 pm
Kishu Ken Information
Appearance
The Kishu stands 17-22 inches tall, averages 30-60 pounds and is considered a medium sized dog. The coat color is generally white. There are still occasional brindle or red Kishus in Japan, but the preferred coat color, and the only one seen in show dogs, is white. The nose color is primarily black, but with the white coat the nose can be brownish or pink in color. The bite is either scissor or a level bite. The tail is curled over the back like that of an Akita or Shiba Inu. The coat is short, straight, and coarse with a thick undercoat. There is fringe on the cheeks and tail. The ears incline forward and are smaller rather than larger. This breed is tough, agile, and friendly.
Temperament
Kishu Kens are a one person/one family dog. They are courageous and brave as hunters, and will be loyal to their owners. They have a strong prey drive, and will hunt small animals. They do well with other dogs, however, if socialized well as puppies, but due to their pack instincts they might cause some fights for dominance. They are quite headstrong and willful, making training necessary, but they are devoted and loyal to family, getting along well with children, if raised with them. Kishu Kens like to keep an eye on whatever is going on, and sometimes find a high place to look out from. They can be aloof or shy around strangers. They are easily housebroken, intelligent, and strong willed. - From Wikipedia
Thousands of years ago, the Japanese decided to create the perfect dog. He would be pure white. He would be born virtually housebroken. He would be an excellent hunter. He would be faithful, intelligent and extremely clean. He would be named Kishu Ken.
The Kishu Ken is an ancient Japanese breed dating back before recorded history, and it predates both the Akita and the Shiba. It is a mid-sized dog of classic Japanese type. It is said the Japanese wished to create the perfect dog and the Kishu Ken was the result... pure white in color and extremely clean, highly intelligent, loyal, faithful, and an excellent hunter.
The Kishu Ken is a hunting dog, originally bred to hunt boar and deer. They have become home companions now that hunting for food is no longer necessary, but the hunting instinct is still very strong in the breed. They have a high prey drive and should be raised from puppies with any other animals in the home, such as cats or smaller dogs.
Kishus need a yard to "hunt" in. They do not do well in a kennel environment.
The breed has it's origins in the mountainous Wakayama region of Japan. The Kishu is a very athletic, muscular dog that has become highly popular as a family pet. Like the Japanese philosophers of old, the Kishu is pensive and silent.
Kishus are very loving and affectionate with their families and need to be included in activities. They are great with kids if raised with them. They are often aloof with strangers. - www.kishuken-nel.com
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:46 pm
Miyuki Link
A link to Miyuki's info
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Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 2:08 pm
Tieguanyin
Wei legend
Deep in the heart of Fujian's Anxi County, there was a rundown temple which held an iron statue of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Every day on the walk to his tea fields, a poor farmer named Mr. Wei would pass by and reflect on the temple's worsening condition. “Something has to be done,” thought Mr. Wei.
Being poor, he did not have the means to repair the temple. Instead, the farmer brought a broom and some incense from his home. He swept the temple clean and lit the incense as an offering to Guanyin. "It's the least I can do," he thought to himself. Twice a month for many months, he repeated the same tasks.
One night, Guanyin appeared to him in a dream. She told him of a cave behind the temple where treasure awaited. He was to take the treasure and share it with others. In the cave, the farmer found a single tea shoot. He planted it in his field and nurtured it into a large bush, from which the finest tea was produced. He gave cuttings of this rare plant to all his neighbors and began selling the tea under the name Tieguanyin, Iron Bodhisattva of Compassion. - Wikipedia
The Five Senses and Tieguanyin Tea
When drinking this tea, your five senses should be brought into play to get the most out of your tea.
1. Sight
High quality Tieguanyin has heavy, tightly curled leaves of consistant color. The liquid is golden in color and the leaves, after being brewed are are thick and bright.
2. Sound
During processing, Tieguanyin Tea is kneeded and then put into cloth bags which are twisted very tightly to give the tea its shape and weight. When dropped into a teapot, good leaves make a ringing sound, whereas poorer quality leaves make more of a thud.
3. Smell
The dried leaves should have a sweet orchid flower aroma and the brewed tea should have a similar flavor with a hint of chestnut. This is the main difference between this and other Oolong Teas.
4. Taste
The flavor of the tea should swirl around the mouth and tongue. This tea should not be gulped, but sipped and savored. Swirl the tea around your mouth with your tongue to fully enjoy the tea's delicate flavor.
5. Feel
The teas leaves should feel heavy and solid. - www.chinese-tea-culture.com
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