Intercultural Collaborative Learning: Legend of the Oni and Fukushima Traditional Culture Experience(Fukushima University)

November 8, 2021

TUFS is pleased to inform you about a joint online interactive event on the theme of Intercultural Collaborative Learning (ICL). The event is part of the ICL project—a project carried out by TUFS among other Japanese universities.
We hope you join us in this event as it will give you the chance to reflect on yourself by working together with students who speak a different language and have a variety of cultural backgrounds.

Intercultural Collaborative Learning: Legend of the Oni and Fukushima Traditional Culture Experience

Contents

Oni, also known as Japanese demons, are one of the most well-known icons of Japanese folklore.
In proverbs, folk tales, anime, traditional events, and many other settings, oni are often portrayed as terrifying beings. However, in legends passed down throughout the Tamura region of Fukushima Prefecture, oni are portrayed as protectors of the land, who fought against oppression from the central government.
In this event, we will deepen our understanding of Tamura's history and culture through a picture-story show and special taiko performance related to its oni legends, and together learn about onis from the context of Fukushima's history and culture.

• Part 1: Picture-story of the legend of Oni
• Part 2: Performance of Oni Drum
• Part 3: Group discussion on the legend of Oni

Date

27th November 2021

Time

18:00～20:15 JST (UTC+9)

Venue

Online (Zoom)

Language

English

Registration Deadline

19th November 2021

Capacity: No limits

*Please note that if there are too many applications, we may decline your participation.

Registration: Google Form

https://forms.gle/G7rkHnhVgnTjvEPM6
If you are able to attend, the URL for the Zoom meeting will be sent to your registered email address at least one day before the event.

Contact

Fukushima University International Center
ryugaku@adb.fukushima-u.ac.jp