OVERVIEW
Bringing the Heart of Japan to Your Classroom
Our dynamic Journey to Japan program brings hands-on workshops in music, art, and dance directly to your school. Students of all ages explore cultural traditions learning directly from expert teaching artists who bring both cultural knowledge and creative inspiration. Whether it’s the powerful beat of taiko drums or the delicate precision of origami, this program nurtures focus, creativity, and appreciation for Japanese heritage.
Journey to Japan is a catalyst for connection, community, and cross-cultural appreciation.
- Interactive, multidisciplinary workshops tailored to all grade levels
- Expert teaching artists who share both skill and cultural context
- Engaging, take-home creations that connect classroom learning to family life
Your School Will Benefit From:
- Inclusive Learning Experiences: Designed for diverse learners, including English Language Learners, to support vocabulary growth and active engagement
- Curricular Integration: Workshops complement social studies, visual arts, music, and language standards
- Family & Community Engagement: Students take home meaningful creations, fostering dialogue at home and building bridges between school and family life
- Cultural Enrichment: Promote a global mindset and appreciation for world traditions among students and staff alike
OFFERINGS
Residencies are available for up to 20 weeks and can be tailored to meet your school’s schedule, curriculum goals, or offered as stand-alone workshops.
Hands-on offerings include:
- Taiko Drumming: Experience the energy of ensemble drumming, developing rhythm, teamwork, and focus
- Origami: Traditional paper-folding art; students create and take home their own designs
- Calligraphy: Explore brush technique, symbolism, and expressive writing
- Ikebana: Learn the Japanese art of flower arrangement, blending nature and design
- Japanese Folk Dance: Move with purpose through cultural dance traditions that foster community
- Japanese Storytelling:
- Onigiri: Discover food culture and hands-on culinary fun by making rice balls
- Concert & Workshops: Culminating performances or interactive assemblies available
Journey to Japan leaves a lasting impact on students cognitive, emotional and social development.
OUTCOMES
Cultural Awareness
A deeper understanding of Japanese traditions and values
Creative Expression
Opportunities to explore identity and self-expression through the arts
Collaborative Skills
Teamwork and communication through music, movement, and shared projects
Family Connection
Students become cultural ambassadors, sharing their learning at home
Bring Journey to Japan to your school!
For more information, contact Jennifer Dayton, Director of Education.
Journey to Japan is Proudly Sponsored by
