Growing up in Modern Japan
- Grade Level: Upper Elementary (4-6)-Junior High (7-9)
- Subjects: Social Studies
- Produced By: Classroom Video
- Year: 2000
- Country: Australia
- Language: English
- Running Time: 24m
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Eri lives in Nagoya, one of the largest cities in Japan. Raki live in the small farming village of Obara. The daily lives of these children form the basis of this video, which explores modern Japan. Interviews with the children, their families, teachers, and friends provide unique insights into Japanese people and their culture. Images of school, games, meals and homes allow students to discuss the similarities and differences with their own lives.