Through the lens of traditional craft, "Weaving the Forest" documents the interwoven nature within the world of silk, from silkworms and forests, to artisans and fashion.

With a history spanning thousands of years, silk has long existed in close relationship with nature, shaped by human hands and held within cultural practices and quiet rituals. Silk is something many of us likely have in our closets. But where do our clothes come from, and where do they go? This film invites us to pause and reflect on these questions together.

You will be invited to slow down, engage with the present moment, and connect more deeply with yourself and your surroundings.

The film will first invite you to pause and reflect on the quiet rituals of craftsmanship, and the ancient cultural connections between human creativity and the natural world.

Then, simple sensory moments will become an opportunity for reflection and presence through the preparation and tasting of ceremonial matcha.

Soryo Mastumura

Soryo Matsumura is a Japanese tea master with over 20 years of experience and a certified mindfulness coach. His work bridges the traditional practice of tea with modern approaches to awareness and well-being, offering a contemporary interpretation of the tea ceremony that resonates across cultures.

Through his teachings, he invites you to rediscover the depth within simple, everyday actions — using tea as a medium to cultivate presence, connection, and inner stillness.

He is also the author of the upcoming English-language book "An Illustrated Guide to the Zen Tea Ceremony", which introduces the philosophy and practice of tea to a you in an accessible and visual way.

Alisa Evans

Alisa Evans is a sustainability advocate based in Japan. She is also the host of "Ethical Every Day" on NHK World, a role she has held for the past four years, exploring sustainable living practices and ethical choices from Japan.

With over a decade of experience working at the intersection of culture, environment, and social impact, her work explores how traditional knowledge and contemporary practices can come together to inspire more conscious ways of living.

She has collaborated with a wide range of artists, brands, and organizations to create experiences centered around regeneration, mindfulness, and cultural storytelling. "Weaving the Forest" marks directorial debut, reflecting her ongoing exploration of the relationship between nature, craft, and life.