Tag Archives: Japanese culture

Resource: Ukiyo-e.org

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Paula

Ukiyo-e, Japanese woodblock prints, hold an esteemed place as one of the most well-known and prolific Japanese arts, having exploded in popularity in the early modern period (1603-1868) and become a great source of inspiration to many artists overseas. The … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Rice Paddy Art of 2017

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Paula

The fall is upon us! And it seems we missed the peak period of rice paddy art for this year in Inakadate. 😦 But never fear! There are still photos on the internet of the fabulous pieces of art rice … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Cultural Icon Kokeshi

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Paula

Kokeshi (こけし) are a kind of traditional Japanese doll, typically created from a single block of wood with a long, cylindrical body and bulbous head. Although their origins are not known, you’ll find them as a staple in souvenir shops in … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: Teaching Anime and Manga

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Paula

Teaching Anime and Manga Northeast Modern Language Association convention This session proposes to look at what has been a persistent but under-represented section of comics studies: manga (Japanese comics), and associated with it, anime (Japanese animation). Access to anime and manga … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Samurai Tradition in Modern Photography

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Paula

All over Japan, cities, towns, and villages seek to capture their traditions in a variety of ways. Whether it is promoting the local food, celebrating a local festival, or just remembering the deep traditions and past that are a part … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: From Mud to Kimono

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Paula

How do some of the most beautiful and valuable kimono get made? The BBC Arts series Handmade in Japan recently traced this process from start to finish at the island of Amami Oshima, which is famous for producing a specific and … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Ama, traditional Japanese women divers

Posted on March 10, 2017 by Paula

This week has highlighted the contributions of women as the International Women’s Day Strike took place on Wednesday, so this week our Fun Link Friday will highlight some amazing ladies who hold an important place in traditional Japanese practices. Messy … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Japanese art and material culture, Leiden University

Posted on March 5, 2017 by Paula

Institution: Leiden University, Leiden University Institute for Area Studies (LIAS) Location: Netherlands Position: Assistant Professor, University Lectureship in Japanese Art and Material Culture Leiden University invites applications for a University Lectureship in Japanese Art and Material Culture. Applicants have must … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Japanese idioms and proverbs

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Paula

One of the most fascinating parts of foreign languages is learning the intricacies of local sayings, since they help us really dig into the cultural context specific to that language, but also see the universal themes many places and peoples … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Visiting Assistant Professor – Japanese language and culture

Posted on January 21, 2017 by Paula

The Asian Studies Program at Bowdoin College invites applications for a one-year leave replacement position in Japanese Language and Culture at the rank of Assistant Professor or Instructor beginning July 1, 2017.  The successful candidate will teach one Japanese language … Continue reading →

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