Enter Through The Form

Explore Japan

Photography & Video Meryl Meisler

Enter Through the Form explores Japan's belief and value systems through its art, landscape and architecture. At the Institute for Collaborative Education (I.C.E.), the curriculum is adapted for the 7th Grade Digital Art classes.

The introduction, background information and support visuals are written with the intention of publication and assessing on the World Wide Web. Links for further information are listed with their URL.

Objectives

Go on a Treasure Hunt!

• Become familiar with belief value systems that have taken root in Japan- Buddhism, Shinto, and Neo-Confucianism

• Examine notable examples of Japanese art, architecture and landscape design

• Reflect on the influence of Japanese belief and value systems, and geography on its architecture and landscape design

• Learn about the rich cultural history of Japan