 Japan is now a major exporter of cutting edge pop culture throughout the world. How are Japan's art, gadgets, games and animated cartoons influencing our own culture? Explore Japanese history and culture through literature, movies, art, and food. Conduct research to examine this unique culture by looking at things such as robotics, sushi, or the obsession with kawaii (cuteness). Uncover the history of cosplay and learn special costuming and makeup tricks. Experience Japanese culture first-hand and have some fun. Program includes: • Field Trip to Metrocon, Florida’s largest Japanese anime convention. • Write and draw your own manga using specialized design software. • Learn the Japanese culinary art of making sushi and research its global popularity. This camp is currently at capacity. A waiting list will be kept in the event of cancellations. Contact (813)-987-6000 or Reservations@mosi.org if you would like to be placed on the waiting list. |