LOUD Taiko drummers heralded the start to a new school day. Most pupils wore hachimaki, the Japanese headbands worn in festivals or in times of deep concentration and hard work.
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Grade fives and sixers were crafting their personalised zen gardens, featuring scented candles and self-sourced greenery, to promote harmony and peace.
Classes were all about Urquhart Primary pupils immersing themselves in Japanese arts, culture and food earlier this week.
Urquhart Park Japanese teacher Daniel Paxton said it was important for pupils to learn and understand more than the language in class. He hoped to inspire and bring the language to life.
“This is a really arts focused day...I think it gives a really good insight into the culture of Japan rather than just learning the language,” Mr Paxton said.
The school’s Japanese captains Georgia and Billie worked with staff to lead the cultural experience. Both grade six pupils spent time with foundation classes to make kendama, a Japanese ball and cup toy.
