Social Studies Field Trips

Embassy of Japan - Japan Information and Culture Center

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: Embassy of Japan - Japan Information and Culture Center
STREET: 1155 21st St., NW
CITY: Washington	STATE: DC	ZIP: 20036	COUNTY: D.C.
PHONE: 202-238-6900		FEES: None
HOURS AND DAYS: Reference library and information services available: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (closed holidays) Exhibition Hall hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (closed holidays)
METRO: Red line to Dupont Circle.

GRADES: 3	UNITS: Japan
CONTACT: Mrs. Michiko Petersen	PHONE: 202-238-6947; fax: 202-822-6524
TYPE: Embassy	FEES: None
DAYS: Arrange with Center	HOURS: 10:30 - 12 noon
LUNCH: No, areas on the mall near the Reflecting Pool
GROUP SIZE: 150 maximum
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Yes
LENGTH OF TOUR: 1 1/2 hours

DESCRIPTION: The visit consists of a presentation and demonstration in the Japanese Culture Center Theater. There are videotapes, artifacts and hands-on activities. Students are invited to participate, to hear and try out some of the language, try on kimono, examine traditional wooden toys and school materials, do origami and see a brief martial arts demonstration. Content also includes koto music and information about festivals. The final activity of the program is a quiz show on Japan with prizes for the children. Reserve as soon as possible.

RESOURCES

• Brochures
• Even if you are not able to bring your class to the JICC, you can request teaching materials about Japan. These include free posters, videos, brochures and copies of Japan Pictorial magazine. call 202-238-6946

  Field Trip Planning Tools

  • MCPS Field Trip Checklist
  • Items to Bring on the Trip
  • Field Trip Tips
  • Tips for Primary Grades

  Internet Sites

  • Japan Information and Culture Center, Embassy of Japan