Hillcrest Christian College Year 11 and 12 Japanese students, recently participated in a ‘Japanese Day’ on Wednesday, 20 July. The Hillcrest VCE students were able to learn about Japan and experience a taste of Japanese culture. The occasion was highlighted by a visit from the wife of the Consulate-General of Japan, who shared a presentation about Japanese pop culture, which was greeted by enthusiasm by all present.
“The day began with a special tea ceremony, where students were able to make ‘matcha’ tea in both a traditional and modern style, as well as enjoy some Japanese sweets like ‘mochi’,” commented Mrs Kiko Arakawa the Hillcrest Japanese teacher.
The Hillcrest students were also joined by students from St Paul’s Anglican Grammar in Warragul. The entire class and interactions were conducted in Japanese and the students were able to practise their mastery of the language with each other. The day concluded with the enjoyment of a ‘bento’ meal of their choice.
“It was a fun-filled day and the students were able to work on their speaking skills in preparation for their VCE exams later in the year,” concluded Mrs Arakaw.
