Message from bdiaz

[Anonymous]

Several years ago, I directed a small group of youngsters in an opener show at our local college. I purchased a two-volume video resource compiled by filmstrip creator, Dr. Dwayne Merry on "Traditional Japan." Dr. Merry is a professor of anthropology and archaeology. He has conducted extensive research and has written books for U.N.E. S. C. O. He and his fluent Japanese-speaking wife travel the countryside capturing stunningly beautiful photographs.

A superb set, Vol 1 focuses on Sumo wrestlers, Asakusa temple, a wedding ceremony at Meiji shrine, the mysterious Ainu at Hokkaido, hot springs, active volcanoes, gardens, parks, temples.

In Vol. 2, the Merrys walk the Tokkaido road that once connected Tokyo and Kyoto. They discover ancient rock carvings of Buddhah sail with Cormorant fishermen; meet a calligrapher, a silkworm farmer, & traditional dancers; visit the majestic Mt. Fiji, and conclude with a visit to the giant Buddha at Kamakura. I think anyone interested in Japan will find this set a valuable resource and a terrific motivational tool for the classroom.

B. Diaz