K-12 Arts & Culture Workshops
K-12 Arts & Culture Workshops
Arts and Culture Workshops introduce and connect students to the dynamic historic and contemporary culture of Japan through engaging workshops led by experienced teaching artists. For more details, please contact us at [email protected] or at (212) 715-1254.
Students will learn about the ancient tradition of Japanese calligraphy and ink painting, learn to create their own paintings and try out Japanese writing, guided by a professional calligraphy instructor!
Experience one of Japan’s most popular and contemporary art styles with this manga workshop! Students will be guided through a step-by-step demonstration of an iconic manga character with the help of a professional manga artist.
A professional Japanese storyteller brings the beloved tradition of Japanese kamishibai storytelling (Paper Theater) alive for K-5 students. After watching a live kamishibai storytelling of one of Japan’s most popular folktales, students will be engaged with an activity inspired by the story.
Explore woodblock prints through Japan Society’s collection of authentic Edo-period ukiyo-e prints. Learn about the history of Japanese woodblock prints, watch a demonstration of the polychrome printing process and, guided by an experienced teaching artist, create your own unique prints using carving tools and printing blocks!
Students will explore the art of printing through the fascinating lens of Japanese woodblock prints, taking a close look at specially selected authentic 19th-century prints to learn about Japanese life and culture. Afterwards, students create their own unique Japan-inspired prints using age-appropriate materials!
Registration & Pricing Information
Maximum group size at one time is 30 students for both Virtual and On-site workshops with a requirement of 2 chaperones for On-site workshops.
In-person workshops last 60-90 minutes, with all materials provided. Virtual workshops last 45-60 minutes, with a list of suggested materials provided beforehand for your preparation.
We request each reservation to be made at least two weeks in advance of your desired date. A one-week notice for any cancellations or changes is required to avoid fees barring extreme weather or case-by-case emergencies.
For more details, please contact us at [email protected] or (212) 715-1254.
* Thanks to our generous funders and supporters, we are excited to offer free tours and workshops for NYC Title 1 schools!
Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage early booking to secure your spot.
Please contact us at [email protected] for reservations and for more information.
Top Image: © Ayumi Sakamoto.
Japan Society School Partnerships, K-12 Arts & Culture Workshops, and K-12 Gallery Tour & Workshops are supported by Ford Foundation, MUFG Bank, Ltd., and SMBC Global Foundation.
Education and Family Programs are generously supported by Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas); ORIX Corporation USA; The Masako Mera and Koichi Mera, PhD Fund for Education and the Arts; The Norinchukin Foundation; Satoru Murase; Susan J. Onuma; Joshua N. Solomon; and other Education and Family supporters.
Japan Society arts and culture programs are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
Japan Society’s 120th anniversary initiatives and related programs are generously supported by Champion Sponsor, MUFG Bank, Ltd.; Advocate Sponsor, Mizuho Americas; and Friend Sponsor, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas).