Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2015 6:50:47 GMT -5
Quite a few Japan-oriented classes on the schedule.
07-28 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Beginning Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 1: Learn the basics of Japanese braiding using the modern foam disk. Students will learn a round, square and flat braid. Uses for, history and names of braids will be discussed. Students may bring own equipment if desired.
07-28 10:00 1.0 hr A&S 7
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
07-29 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Intermediate Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 2: Students will continue to learn more braids on foam disk. There will be four new braids taught in this class. Students will also learn how to finish braids in many different styles.
07-30 09:00 1.0 hr A&S 2
Japanese Archery Lord Godai Katsunaga
A historical prospective on the history of archery in Japan. Will discuss the history and equipment.
07-30 15:00 1.0 hr General Archery
Applied Japanese Archery Lord Godai Katsunaga
Learn to shoot the Japanese longbow.
07-31 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Advanced Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 3: New foam loom is taught with new braid structures. Square loom used.
07-31 12:00 1.5 hr A&S 7
Combat Archery Tactics from The Senryaku THL Morien MacBain
A survey of stratagems and training methods for combat archers drawn from a classic of period strategy, with discussion of equipment and doctrine.
07-31 13:00 2.0 hr Æthelmearc 2
Taking the Brush: Japanese Calligraphy Solveig Throndardottir
A hands-on introduction to designing and executing Japanese official documents. This class will introduce the role of the scribe in imperial and military government. Participants will also learn about the evolution of character styles and how documents were attested. Please bring large bamboo writing brushes if you have them.
07-31 15:00 1.0 hr A&S 5
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-01 10:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Shogi THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
We'll go over the basic rules of Shogi or "Japanese Chess", and describe a few historic variants.
08-01 15:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Go THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
A basic introduction to the Japanese game of Go.
08-01 16:00 1.5 hr A&S 3
Developing Your Japanese Persona Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Designed to take an individual through the process of building and fully developing any Japanese persona. Focuses on thinking through back story to add realism to one's SCA identity. Good for newcomers and old hands alike.
08-02 15:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Leaves of Laughter: Comic Theatre Workshop Solveig Throndardottir
A participatory workshop introducing late-medieval improvisational Japanese comic theatre. Participants will be introduced to stock characters, theatrical devices, and comic theory. We will read several play synopses and script a short play for performance later in the week.
08-02 15:00 1.5 hr Games Tent
Happy Japanese Games THL Yamamura Kitsune
Leisure games of Japan will be discussed. Reproductions of each game will be available to play for the duration of class. May not be appropriate for small children; some game pieces can be a choking hazard.
08-02 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 9
Renga: Linked Poetry, Part 1 Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Part 1: A survey on the history and creation of the traditional Japanese poetic form.
08-02 17:00 2.0 hr Dragonshade (N01)
Asian Persona Tea THL Wu Yun
A meet and greet for Asian personas. Come and share your experiences and learn from one another over a cup of tea. Bring something on which to sit.
08-03 12:00 1.0 hr A&S 5
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-03 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Itamae: Samurai Chef Solveig Throndardottir
What did Pimiko, Shotoku-taishi, the Shining Genji, Dogen, and Hideyoshi eat? An introduction to the food, food culture, cookery, rituals of the meal, and the culinary calendar of pre-modern Japan.
08-03 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 9
Renga: Linked Poetry, Part 2 Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Part 2: A writing practicum.
08-03 18:00 1.0 hr A&S 1
The Colorful History of Japanese Tea Oribe Tsukime
A brief history of tea in Japan and the quirky, opinionated, long-suffering people who transformed it: medicine to meditation, status symbol to art.
08-03 19:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Muhekian: The Taste of Tea Solveig Throndardottir
Enjoy the taste of tea under the night sky. Please wear Japanese or loose-fitting clothing with white socks or tabi, and bring a fan if you have one. Please do not wear any jewelry or weapons in the tea room.
08-04 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Beginning Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 1: Learn the basics of Japanese braiding using the modern foam disk. Students will learn a round, square and flat braid. Uses for, history and names of braids will be discussed. Students may bring own equipment if desired.
08-04 12:00 1.0 hr A&S 12
Inside the Persona: Japanese Monk Dr Henry Best
First in a series, interviewing personas who are richly developed and integrated into their SCA activities Our first guest is Kuji Kaoni Musashi, a Yamabushi monk: warrior, magician, priest. There will be an in persona presentation, then an interview, James Lipton-style.
08-04 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Gishiki: Court and Polity in Medieval Japan Solveig Throndardottir
A discussion of court procedure, rank, title, and office. An introduction to Japanese etiquette. Includes a beginner's guide to Japanese governance.
08-04 15:00 1.0 hr A&S 6
Easy Origami Lilith Kooks
Easy origami class for all ages!
08-04 16:00 2.0 hr A&S 15
Hakama Construction THL Yamamura Kitsune
A brief overview of Japanese trousers/divided skirt will be discussed, along with a step-by-step visual demonstration of their construction. Extra time is allotted for consultations. Please bring along your own materials, if you'd like assistance starting your pattern. If you have questions prior to the class, please contact me at yamamura.kitsune@gmail.com.
08-05 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Intermediate Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 2: Students will continue to learn more braids on foam disk. There will be four new braids taught in this class. Students will also learn how to finish braids in many different styles.
08-05 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Youkai: Japanese Ghosts, Demons, and Monsters Solveig Throndardottir
A survey of pre-modern Japanese beliefs, including gods, demons, monsters and other supernatural beings. Beginning with the native gods of the Kojiki we'll stroll through Japanese supernatural history and touch on Japan’s encounters with Buddhism and Christianity.
08-05 15:00 2.0 hr A&S 8
Marudai for Beginners (Also Kumihimo) Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Kumihimo on a marudai stand for beginners. Learn to braid beginning patterns on the traditional Japanese stand. Stands available for purchase from instructor for $120.00.
08-05 15:00 1.5 hr A&S 13
Bushido: the Japanese Path of Honor Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Discussion of the virtues of Bushido, and walking the path in daily life.
08-05 15:00 3.0 hr White List
Empire of the Sun Battle Lord Ryouko'jin of Iron Skies
Japanese tournament and battle.
08-05 16:00 2.0 hr A&S 15
Kosode Construction THL Yamamura Kitsune
An essential garment in every nihonjin wardrobe! We’ll discuss construction of this Japanese garment, based on a Tokyo National Museum example. The predecessor to the kimono, the kosode was worn by both men and women throughout most of Japanese history. A visual, step-by-step example of its construction will be presented. Extra time is allotted for consultations. Please bring along your own materials, if you would like assistance starting your pattern. If you have questions prior to the class, please contact me at yamamura.kitsune@gmail.com.
08-05 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 8
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-05 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 13
Seppuku: Salvation Through the Door of Pain. Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
A discussion of the ritual and use of ceremonial suicide within period.
08-06 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Advanced Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 3: New foam loom is taught with new braid structures. Square loom used.
08-06 10:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Go THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
A basic introduction to the Japanese game of Go.
08-06 13:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Seeds in the Heart: Writing Japanese Poetry Solveig Throndardottir
A participatory exploration of Japanese poetics. Includes Japanese poetry from the early classical period to the development of tanka, haikai, hokku, and renga. We will consider both formal poetic forms and less formal poetry. Learn about the role of kigo, kiriji, and makurakotoba. Participants will have an opportunity to experiment with creating their own poetry. Please bring writing materials.
08-06 18:00 3.0 hr Clan Suiryo (TBA)
Tanka Competition Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
A friendly competition of the composition of tanka poetry patterned after the traditional contests.
08-06 19:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Muhekian: The Taste of Tea Solveig Throndardottir
Enjoy the taste of tea under the night sky. Please wear Japanese or loose-fitting clothing with white socks or tabi, and bring a fan if you have one. Please do not wear any jewelry or weapons in the tea room.
08-07 10:00 1.0 hr A&S 7
Eboshi Hats and Tabi Shoes THL Ishiyama Gen'tarou Yori'ie
If you wish to dress head to toe as a nobleman of medieval Japan, you may wish to cover your head with an eboshi and your feet with tabi. Multiple patterns and methods of creating each will be discussed.
Beginning Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 1: Learn the basics of Japanese braiding using the modern foam disk. Students will learn a round, square and flat braid. Uses for, history and names of braids will be discussed. Students may bring own equipment if desired.
07-28 10:00 1.0 hr A&S 7
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
07-29 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Intermediate Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 2: Students will continue to learn more braids on foam disk. There will be four new braids taught in this class. Students will also learn how to finish braids in many different styles.
07-30 09:00 1.0 hr A&S 2
Japanese Archery Lord Godai Katsunaga
A historical prospective on the history of archery in Japan. Will discuss the history and equipment.
07-30 15:00 1.0 hr General Archery
Applied Japanese Archery Lord Godai Katsunaga
Learn to shoot the Japanese longbow.
07-31 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Advanced Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 3: New foam loom is taught with new braid structures. Square loom used.
07-31 12:00 1.5 hr A&S 7
Combat Archery Tactics from The Senryaku THL Morien MacBain
A survey of stratagems and training methods for combat archers drawn from a classic of period strategy, with discussion of equipment and doctrine.
07-31 13:00 2.0 hr Æthelmearc 2
Taking the Brush: Japanese Calligraphy Solveig Throndardottir
A hands-on introduction to designing and executing Japanese official documents. This class will introduce the role of the scribe in imperial and military government. Participants will also learn about the evolution of character styles and how documents were attested. Please bring large bamboo writing brushes if you have them.
07-31 15:00 1.0 hr A&S 5
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-01 10:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Shogi THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
We'll go over the basic rules of Shogi or "Japanese Chess", and describe a few historic variants.
08-01 15:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Go THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
A basic introduction to the Japanese game of Go.
08-01 16:00 1.5 hr A&S 3
Developing Your Japanese Persona Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Designed to take an individual through the process of building and fully developing any Japanese persona. Focuses on thinking through back story to add realism to one's SCA identity. Good for newcomers and old hands alike.
08-02 15:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Leaves of Laughter: Comic Theatre Workshop Solveig Throndardottir
A participatory workshop introducing late-medieval improvisational Japanese comic theatre. Participants will be introduced to stock characters, theatrical devices, and comic theory. We will read several play synopses and script a short play for performance later in the week.
08-02 15:00 1.5 hr Games Tent
Happy Japanese Games THL Yamamura Kitsune
Leisure games of Japan will be discussed. Reproductions of each game will be available to play for the duration of class. May not be appropriate for small children; some game pieces can be a choking hazard.
08-02 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 9
Renga: Linked Poetry, Part 1 Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Part 1: A survey on the history and creation of the traditional Japanese poetic form.
08-02 17:00 2.0 hr Dragonshade (N01)
Asian Persona Tea THL Wu Yun
A meet and greet for Asian personas. Come and share your experiences and learn from one another over a cup of tea. Bring something on which to sit.
08-03 12:00 1.0 hr A&S 5
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-03 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Itamae: Samurai Chef Solveig Throndardottir
What did Pimiko, Shotoku-taishi, the Shining Genji, Dogen, and Hideyoshi eat? An introduction to the food, food culture, cookery, rituals of the meal, and the culinary calendar of pre-modern Japan.
08-03 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 9
Renga: Linked Poetry, Part 2 Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Part 2: A writing practicum.
08-03 18:00 1.0 hr A&S 1
The Colorful History of Japanese Tea Oribe Tsukime
A brief history of tea in Japan and the quirky, opinionated, long-suffering people who transformed it: medicine to meditation, status symbol to art.
08-03 19:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Muhekian: The Taste of Tea Solveig Throndardottir
Enjoy the taste of tea under the night sky. Please wear Japanese or loose-fitting clothing with white socks or tabi, and bring a fan if you have one. Please do not wear any jewelry or weapons in the tea room.
08-04 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Beginning Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 1: Learn the basics of Japanese braiding using the modern foam disk. Students will learn a round, square and flat braid. Uses for, history and names of braids will be discussed. Students may bring own equipment if desired.
08-04 12:00 1.0 hr A&S 12
Inside the Persona: Japanese Monk Dr Henry Best
First in a series, interviewing personas who are richly developed and integrated into their SCA activities Our first guest is Kuji Kaoni Musashi, a Yamabushi monk: warrior, magician, priest. There will be an in persona presentation, then an interview, James Lipton-style.
08-04 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Gishiki: Court and Polity in Medieval Japan Solveig Throndardottir
A discussion of court procedure, rank, title, and office. An introduction to Japanese etiquette. Includes a beginner's guide to Japanese governance.
08-04 15:00 1.0 hr A&S 6
Easy Origami Lilith Kooks
Easy origami class for all ages!
08-04 16:00 2.0 hr A&S 15
Hakama Construction THL Yamamura Kitsune
A brief overview of Japanese trousers/divided skirt will be discussed, along with a step-by-step visual demonstration of their construction. Extra time is allotted for consultations. Please bring along your own materials, if you'd like assistance starting your pattern. If you have questions prior to the class, please contact me at yamamura.kitsune@gmail.com.
08-05 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Intermediate Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 2: Students will continue to learn more braids on foam disk. There will be four new braids taught in this class. Students will also learn how to finish braids in many different styles.
08-05 13:00 1.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Youkai: Japanese Ghosts, Demons, and Monsters Solveig Throndardottir
A survey of pre-modern Japanese beliefs, including gods, demons, monsters and other supernatural beings. Beginning with the native gods of the Kojiki we'll stroll through Japanese supernatural history and touch on Japan’s encounters with Buddhism and Christianity.
08-05 15:00 2.0 hr A&S 8
Marudai for Beginners (Also Kumihimo) Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Kumihimo on a marudai stand for beginners. Learn to braid beginning patterns on the traditional Japanese stand. Stands available for purchase from instructor for $120.00.
08-05 15:00 1.5 hr A&S 13
Bushido: the Japanese Path of Honor Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
Discussion of the virtues of Bushido, and walking the path in daily life.
08-05 15:00 3.0 hr White List
Empire of the Sun Battle Lord Ryouko'jin of Iron Skies
Japanese tournament and battle.
08-05 16:00 2.0 hr A&S 15
Kosode Construction THL Yamamura Kitsune
An essential garment in every nihonjin wardrobe! We’ll discuss construction of this Japanese garment, based on a Tokyo National Museum example. The predecessor to the kimono, the kosode was worn by both men and women throughout most of Japanese history. A visual, step-by-step example of its construction will be presented. Extra time is allotted for consultations. Please bring along your own materials, if you would like assistance starting your pattern. If you have questions prior to the class, please contact me at yamamura.kitsune@gmail.com.
08-05 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 8
Ninja: Truth from Shadows Instructor Gin
Dare you look into the shadows of history to find the truth? Come to discuss and discover both legends and the real history of Japan's famed spies and assassins. This class will examine the romanticized image of the Ninja and discuss the actual history of the world's most famous spies.
08-05 17:00 1.0 hr A&S 13
Seppuku: Salvation Through the Door of Pain. Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
A discussion of the ritual and use of ceremonial suicide within period.
08-06 09:00 2.0 hr A&S 1
Advanced Kumihimo Lady Gwen Blackthorne MacGriogair
Part 3: New foam loom is taught with new braid structures. Square loom used.
08-06 10:00 1.0 hr Games Tent
Introduction to Go THL Louis Xavier de Navarre
A basic introduction to the Japanese game of Go.
08-06 13:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Seeds in the Heart: Writing Japanese Poetry Solveig Throndardottir
A participatory exploration of Japanese poetics. Includes Japanese poetry from the early classical period to the development of tanka, haikai, hokku, and renga. We will consider both formal poetic forms and less formal poetry. Learn about the role of kigo, kiriji, and makurakotoba. Participants will have an opportunity to experiment with creating their own poetry. Please bring writing materials.
08-06 18:00 3.0 hr Clan Suiryo (TBA)
Tanka Competition Lord Tatsukawa Sarumaru Chisato
A friendly competition of the composition of tanka poetry patterned after the traditional contests.
08-06 19:00 2.0 hr Clan Yama Kaminari (E03)
Muhekian: The Taste of Tea Solveig Throndardottir
Enjoy the taste of tea under the night sky. Please wear Japanese or loose-fitting clothing with white socks or tabi, and bring a fan if you have one. Please do not wear any jewelry or weapons in the tea room.
08-07 10:00 1.0 hr A&S 7
Eboshi Hats and Tabi Shoes THL Ishiyama Gen'tarou Yori'ie
If you wish to dress head to toe as a nobleman of medieval Japan, you may wish to cover your head with an eboshi and your feet with tabi. Multiple patterns and methods of creating each will be discussed.
