茶気 ちゃき Meanings Noun knowledge of tea ceremony; understanding of the Way of Tea See also: 茶道 (さどう). sense of refinement; air of sophistication; otherworldly nature; elegant demeanor playfulness; mischievousness; naughtiness Kanji 茶 tea. Read as チャ. 気 spirit. Read as キ. Jinuma: Japanese Dictionary · Word lists