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Video: Japanese Food - WinterThis video explores the various different kinds of delicious seasonal dishes that people like to eat during the winter time in Japan.
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Japan Essentials for SchoolsAre you going on a school trip to Japan soon? This resource includes an information pack and presentation that are filled with useful things to know before embarking on your trip! Learn about different aspects of Japanese daily life that you are likely to encounter during your trip, as well as key phrase and vocabulary you should learn before you go.
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School Life in JapanThis lesson is all about what life is like at a typical elementary (primary) school in Japan. You might expect elementary schools in Japan to be very different to primary schools in Britain, but they actually share a lot in common too! In this lesson, pupils will look more closely at these key similarities and differences, and evaluate which aspects of Japanese school life they like and dislike.
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Video: Japanese Calligraphy TutorialLearn about the art form of Japanese calligraphy, called shodo in Japan, and have a go at the basics using our Calligraphy Tutorial Video.
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Japan's TrainsJapan's trains are world famous. Learn about the Central Japan Railway Company and the latest technology used in Japan's trains.
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The Japan Project (KS1 & KS2)The Japan Project is a multi-lesson unit designed to give KS1 and KS2 students a cross-curricula introduction to Japan.
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Kamishibai: Momoko and Hina (Doll's Festival)Hina-matsuri is also known as the Doll Festival. It takes place in Japan every March and celebrates the health and happiness of girls. In this story, Momoko has just moved from Japan to the UK and is struggling with feelings of homesickness, as well as having to get used to the arrival of her new baby brother! To cheer her up, Momoko’s mum suggests getting out her hina dolls early. Momoko soon discovers that the dolls have a life of their own… Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6.
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Video: New Year and Osechi FoodsThese two videos explain how New Year is typically spent in Japan and introduce Osechi Ryori - traditional Japanese New Year's foods. These dishes all have a symbolic meaning and are eaten as the first meal of the new year when family members get together to celebrate.
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Designing Dogu FigurinesDogu are ceramic figurines which were designed and made by people in Japan thousands of years ago. The dogu had spiritual significance and feature intricate patterns and unique facial expressions. These beautiful artefacts inspire modern artists in Japan and will provide inspiration for students to create their own 3D dogu figurine.
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Origami and MathematicsAs well as being a creative artform, origami can be a source of practical mathematics. In this lesson, students apply some mathematical concepts and problem solving to origami.