Through a blend of historical insights, cultural anecdotes, and visual presentations, this lecture offers an exciting journey into the world of Japanese childhood and its enduring impact on the nation's cultural identity.
Project Category: Japanese Culture Events
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘nostalgia’
This is a series of workshops designed by Azumi Uchitani to explore Japanese culture through the art of calligraphy and language. We will meet bi-weekly, slowly moving from season to season and uncovering new characters, rituals, concepts and beliefs deeply rooted in Japanese lifestyle. Each event we will centre around a new symbol: we will...
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘mask’
Join us as we delve deeper into the cultural significance of 面, exploring its profound implications on language, humour, and the essence of being in Japanese society.
Kawaii Aesthetics – the Culture of Cuteness and Laughter in Japan
Join us for an illuminating exploration of the role of humour and laughter in Japanese culture through the lens of "kawaii."
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘laughter’
Join our next online Japanese Calligraphy session exploring 'laughter'. Learn a new kanji, its meaning and practice calligraphy yourself.
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘nectar’
Join our next online Japanese calligraphy session - enjoy meditation, poetry and practice a new character - 'nectar'.
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘secret’
Join our next Japanese Calligraphy session. Learn a new kanji 秘 and how it connects us to the boundless mysteries that surround us and the humility required to navigate the complexities of existence.
Unveiling Secrets in Japanese Literature
Join us for an illuminating lecture where we delve into the timeless classics "The Pillow Book" and "The Tale of Genji."
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘pain’
Join our next online Japanese Calligraphy workshop. Explore views and attitudes towards pain in Japan and learn a new kanji.
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘pleasure’
Join our next Japanese calligraphy online workshop. In this session we will meditate, learn a new kanji 'pleasure' and enjoy ink art.