Class Description Daily classes from July 6th to July 10th, from 9am to 10am Your camper will take a journey across the globe during Cultural Camp. This camp is design specifically for 5-6 year olds. They will learn about the country of Japan while exploring the performing arts through games, storytelling and acting. Journey to Japan After centuries of instability and war, The Tokugawa shogunate (a feudal military government) gained control of Japan in 1603 with a commitment to bring peace and stability to the country. This period became known as the Edo Period and was characterized by extremely strict policies and codes of behavior. Japan was closed off to foreigners and the influence of their cultures, which not only meant that art flourished as a form of escapism, but also that indigenous art forms and traditional methods were practiced and refined without outside influence. Some of these varied art forms were woodblock printing, screen painting, kabuki theater, intricate garden design, and porcelain ceramic making. Come learn about this creative era in Japan! Special Notes Please have crayons and paper available for your camper. If you do not have crayons and paper please let us know and we will make that available for you. This camp will short performance at the end which parents will be invited to. Please have you camper wear anything red or white for the Japan flag on the final day of camp.