For 2013, the 40 th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation, the Embassy of Japan conducted the Hello! Japan Special for three schools in and outside Metro Manila.
Central Luzon State University
On February 18, 2013, almost 100 students from the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) in Nueva Ecija learned about Japanese culture and scholarship programs. Professor Isner Woodrow F. Wasan of the School of Design and Arts, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde gave a workshop on Anime/Manga drawing. Other activities such as the chance to wear a Yukata and the viewing of AIBO, the robotic dog, performing its tricks were also presented to the students. Members of the CLSU Society for the Advancement of Japanese Arts and Culture also performed a song and a dance number.
GCF International Christian School
The students listen to the lecture on the Great East Japan Earthquake (left) and try their hand on origami (right)
Around 50 high school students from the GCF International Christian School visited the JICC Hall, Embassy of Japan last February 21. A short talk about Japanese culture and scholarship programs were given. The highlight of the activity was a video clip of the Great East Japan Earthquake, coupled with a talk and photo slide show on the recovery courtesy of Mr. John Louise Garcia, a participant of the JENESYS Program. An origami demonstration was also a part of the events for the day.
De La Salle Araneta University
The students learn about Japanese culture and language
On February 27, nearly 50 Tourism and Engineering students of the De La Salle Araneta University (DLSAU) in Malabon had a brief Nihongo Lesson from Ms. Cherry Rolaine L. Ramirez of the Nihongo Center Foundation, Inc. Other activities include a short talk about Japanese culture and scholarship programs, as well as AIBO and origami demonstrations. Ms. Abby Manalo of DLSAU gave a rendition of the Japanese song Mirai by Kiroro.
Hello! Japan is a regular education program offered by the Embassy of Japan to requesting schools and organizations. Different aspects of Japanese culture and society are introduced via PowerPoint presentations, videos, and other activities. The program format and content are tailored to suit the needs of the requesting institution, making each Hello! Japan session unique.
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