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Summer Program Summer Program 2010 Schedule Samurai
The role and influence of the Samurai in Japanese history and culture.
July 10th: Tanabata – Star Festival To make wishes on July 7th
TANABATA, people write their wishes on colorful oblong cards,
hang them on bamboo trees and put out side of their house. July 17th: Lecture: “ History of the Katana Sword” July 24th: Shinkendo Demonstration. Shinkendo is a unique form of authentic Japanese swordsmanship. Master Toshishiro
Obata, a founder of the Shinkendo, will demonstrate
how the katana sword is used and will discuss the meaning of swordsmanship in
life. July 30th: Kabuto: A Warrior’s Helmet. An explanation about the
yoroi kabuto and
traditional styles of samurai armor. Students will make kabuto.
Aug 7th: The Samurai Warrior’s Food. Miso and roasted rice: an exploration of food
and samurai in the Warring State Period. Sengoku Jidai
and the opportunity to eat like Samurai. Aug 14th: Games: Games using the imagery of
Japanese castles, flags and banners in the Sengoku Jidai.
Aug 21st: Last class of the program. Regular class only.
* Schedules are subject to change.
Class registration is now underway. Please call 562-598-4539 for registration information.
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