Jiku (Kakemono, or Kake-Jiku) is a visual symbol of the theme for the ceremony (Chakai). When the host decides to invite a guest for a bowl of tea, he or she makes a theme for the event, then creates or finds Jiku, a symbol to indicate the theme. Jiku should be placed in the area of the main wall (Toko no Ma).
The symbol would lead how the host and guests interact in the event, a conversation evolves around the subject of the theme.
It would be wise to refrain from casual talk during the ceremony to better appreciate the calmness and contentment in higher spiritual level. Poetry and Haiku come in quite handy at this time.
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