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Tanabata Festival (July)Tanabata is a summer festival based on an old story which tells of the annual reunion of two lovers in the Milky Way.
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Introducing Manga to the Art ClassroomManga (comics or graphic novels) are a Japanese form of visual storytelling. These lessons give students an introduction to the history and cultural significance of Manga in Japan and as an art form.
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Manga: Lesson 1 - Manga StyleIn the first lesson, use the teachers' notes to provide students with key information about Manga. Students will then compare Japanese Manga style with the Western comic book style.
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Manga: Lesson 2 - Japanese Manga ArtistsIn the second lesson, students learn about diversity within Manga by watching the videos of Japanese artists talking about their work.
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Video: How to Make an Origami Kabuto – Samurai HelmetOn Children’s Day in Japan (May 5), many school children will make origami kabuto helmets. Follow this video to make a mini version.
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Video: How to Make a Teru Teru Bozu – Sunshine Charm DollFollow this video to make your own teru teru bozu dolls. They are thought to work as a charm to stop the rain and bring sunshine.
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Video: How to Make a Chouchin – LanternFollow this video to make a paper lantern. Traditionally people light chouchin lanterns on the first day of Obon festival to invite the spirits of ancestors back to their family home.
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Video: How to Make an Origami Uchiwa – Paper FanIn the summer in Japan, you will also see many people carrying fans called uchiwa. Follow this video to make a mini origami version.
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Calligraphy SetClass sets of regular calligraphy brushes and fude pen (pre-inked brush pens) are available. Schools are limited to one class set of brushes each.