# Renaissance Tea Houses The Baoputang Teahouse Focuses on the Tradition Surrounding the Ritual By Meghan Young | Published 2014-11-05 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renaissance-tea-house References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/travel/baoputang-teahouse-beijing.php) & [weibo](http://www.weibo.com/u/1753096037) Baoputang is a renaissance tea house that brings back a focus on the tradition behind this relaxing ritual. Tea culture continues to grow in the Western world, but Zi Tong, one of the founders of the tea house located in North Beijing, China, decided that it was time to revive the culture in the East. In addition to providing a relaxing setting to enjoy such a [time-honored activity and pastime](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-creed-tea), the renaissance tea house also offers something even more enticing. Tong shares, "We have [tea culture classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-site), not for the purpose of providing professional training, but just for whoever is interested in learning more about tea culture." This fleshes out the experience in a way that is meaningful and educational. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Renaissance Tea Houses:** Tea culture is becoming more popular and could be revived in other parts of the world with similar businesses. - **Traditional Experience-based Businesses:** Businesses that focus on creating a meaningful and educational experience in addition to their primary service can become more popular. - **Cultural Revival:** Interest in traditional practices and pastimes could lead to the revival of other culturally significant businesses or practices. ### Where This Applies - **Tea Houses:** Tea house businesses can benefit from focusing on the experience and education of tea culture in addition to providing a relaxing environment. - **Cultural Heritage:** Businesses that focus on preserving and reviving cultural practices could see an increase in interest and popularity. - **Education:** Businesses that offer classes or educational experiences related to their primary service can attract more customers and provide a unique offering. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tea-Honoring Angular Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-xi-2.md) - [Tea Atelier Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-atelier.md) - [Opulent Floral Tea Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brew-to-a-tea.md) - [Refined Culturally-Immersive Coffee Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacha-coffee.md) - [Fantastical Brewing Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cauldron-nyc.md) - [Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-tea-brand.md) - [Reimagined Tea Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wire-mesh.md) - [Contemporary Tea Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaiboy.md) - [Lantern-Like Tea House Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-house-pavilion-1.md)