Origami
The ancient art of paperfolding, origami, is believed to have its origins in China. Origami takes its name from “oru” meaning to fold, and “kami” meaning paper. For centuries, in Japan, origami design was handed down generation to generation. This form of art became part of the cultural heritage of the Japanese people.
Learn this ancient art from an expert! Join us for an origami workshop
Field Trips
The UWF Japan House invites area students and organizations to visit the Japan House for hands-on culture. A tour of Japan House, geography and culture, origami, music and dance, calligraphy, and tea ceremony demonstrations are just a few of the activities that are enjoyed on a field trip excursion. Field trips can be customized by school grade level or your group’s interest. For more information, contact the Japan Center at (850) 474-3363 or Japan@uwf.edu
Summer Semester in Japan
The Summer Semester in Japan program provides UWF students the opportunity to study Japanese language and culture and a related academic discipline in the Japanese environment. The program seeks to provide a multifaceted international educational experience which will help American students better understand the Japanese people and their culture.
2008 Summer Semester in Japan will be held at the Fukuaka College of Communication Art, May-June, 2008.
Chado, the Way of Tea
“Chado, the Way of Tea, is based on the simple act of boiling water, making tea, offering it to others, and drinking of it ourselves. Served with a respectful heart and received with gratitude a bowl of tea satisfies both physical and spiritual thirst.”
Soshitsu Sen, Urasenke Grand Tea Master XV
The UWF Japan House presents Chado, the Way of Tea workshops lead by Uransenke Chado tea masters.
