We were welcomed by the whole school where we exchanged gifts, sang the 'Respect song' together and then we all gave our introductory speeches in Japanese. The children did so well as did the adults but for some, our hopes of saying ours quickly and quietly so our attempts at Japanese wouldn't be too bad were thwarted when we were handed a microphone - actually in all honesty, everyone did a great job!
We went to calligraphy class where the children taught us to write our names. We all have ours to take home with us.
Next was lunchtime - the children all eat their lunch in the classroom which is provided by the school and served up by the children. Todays lunch was fish, broccoli salad and miso soup. That would suit me fine but there might have been a few hungry children so we had a special NZ style lunch which was enjoyed.
After time to play came cleaning time - the children will be coming home with new skills!!
We also visited Gifu Tower, went to a playground, did a little bit of shopping and then went to a restaurant for dinner. You chose your meat and vegetables then cooked them yourself in a mini deep fryer in the middle of your table. A new experience for us.
Day 1 at Gifu was great.
The trip looks fantastic. What amazing experiences everyone is having. Makes me want to return to Japan.
ReplyDeleteYes we are very fortunate in the wide variety of experiences we are having. It is awesome!
DeleteAgreed, and what an amazing welcome. Well done everyone.
ReplyDeleteThanks - it was great.
DeleteYou will have to cook us dinner when you get home, Connor. What happened to your shoes? Do you have to wear a special pair at school? Look forward to hearing lots more stories oof your adventures at school.
ReplyDeleteYes we have indoor shoes which we wear inside the school.
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