The principal of Ei Primary showing the pupils the news article about the Dragnet Fishing that happened over the weekend.
The delegates self-introduced themselves in Japanese
Ei Primary 5 and 6 pupils putting up a traditional Dragnet Fishing Dance performance
Getting ready for Padi Planting
The farmer briefing the delegates
Taking the plunge into the muddy field
After 12 years of eating rice, this is the first time they are meeting its original form
Anticipating Participants
Next wave getting ready
The traditional padi planting is surely hard work just like the lyrics of a song goes
"Plating rice is never fun, bend from morn' til set of sun ... ..."
A demonstration of how automation is being used to efficiently cultivate padi. The delegates were amazed by how the machine makes the back-breaking task so much easier.
After an hour plus of hard work, the delegates were treated to Bakudan, an egg and potato fritter ball which everyone couldn't get enough of.
Group Photo with everyone at the field
The delegates then headed back to Ei Primary for their lunch which was in the classroom and by now, they are quite accustomed to the tradition.
Grade 6 pupils serving the delegates
Getting the hang of things and in control
Eagerly anticipating what's for lunch
Looks like a good spread and healthy too!
The Muslim delegates had a healthy yet delicious lunch as well
Mmmmm.........
The Chief welcoming the delegates
Judo demonstration
Demonstration on how they are able to contact with the headquarters in Kobe via wireless transmission
Pretending to be arrested
What good actors these guys are......Star Award materials
What good actors these guys are......Star Award materials
Cool female biker
The real McCoy
Everyone received free gifts which comprises of pencil, a file and the photo that was taken earlier
The last activity of the day was a visit to a famous Fukimodoshi (Party Blower) factory in Awaji island. The factory is owned by Mr Takashi Kamijo who demonstrated to the delegates the various types of Fukimodoshi available in his factory. The delegates also had a chance to make their very own Fukimodoshi.
The delegates got down to work immediately
Testing out their own Fukimodoshi
Some had ventured on making some variations
As the lesson ended, the delegates bought various types of Fukimodoshi available and they also did not missed out the chance to try out various creations by Mr Takashi.
This took 3 person to get it right
With Day 6 ending, the programme is coming to an end. The delegates will be spending their final full day in Japan and will be bidding their host families "Sayonara" tomorrow during a farewell party. More updates then. Please look out for this space for arrival information.
Hi Teachers,
ReplyDeleteWe enjoyed viewing every photos on the blog. I noticed the sitting posture in the school hall. I wonder why every EI primary student was sitting with the feet on the floor and the arms around the legs. Our kids simply were sitting with the crossed-leg posture. Maybe u know the reason?
The blog is fantastic with many beautiful photos and captions. Thank u much for your effort to keep it updated.
Andrew
(Christophe's Dad)
The kids looked fearful of the mud hahaha. What an eye opener for them.
ReplyDeleteLoads of funs at the party blower factory though.
With thanks for the daily updates.
Patricia ( Maxine's mum )