Japanese Culture and Mythology in Pokémon
An exploration into how the popular anime series is inseparable from the history of the people who created it. Learn which Pokemon are inspired by Japanese culture and Japanese mythology (including yokai) in this four week class.
Lauren James
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
IMPORTANT: Due to low enrollments in the live classes, I encourage you to consider taking the “flex” version of this class. It contains the same content and can be taken on a flexible schedule. What’s more, I offer a “pay what you can” discount for all flex classes! Just sign up for the class and then send a message requesting your preferred discount. Here’s a link to the flex version of this course: https://outschool.com/classes/flex-class-japanese-culture-and-mythology-in-pokmon-FUS8M1L0 ▬▬▬▬▬▬ COURSE SUMMARY ▬▬▬▬▬▬ This course explores over 60 Pokemon and their origins in Japanese mythology and culture. Students will learn about cultural traditions that have inspired Pokemon, and a plethora of Japanese of myths and legends that are the basis for other popular Pokemon. While the focus of this class will be the culture/mythology of Japan, it is through the lens of the Pokemon world, and thus is not a comprehensive review of the entirety of Japanese culture, folklore, or mythology. Students will also have the opportunity to create a Pokemon that is inspired by a Yokai (one that hasn't been made into a Pokemon yet). Instructions will be given in Week 3, and presentations will be at the beginning of class in Week 4. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ SCHEDULE REQUESTS ▬▬▬▬▬▬ I create my entire teaching schedule based on schedule requests, so if you don't see a time that works for you, please put in a request! However, I can only teach live classes from 9 AM to 4 PM Arizona time. If you need to watch the class outside that time period, you can enroll in the “flex” version of this class and watch the recordings at your leisure! Here is the link: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-japan-FUS8M1L0#uscBKeyeSs ▬▬▬▬▬▬ MORE POKEMON CLASSES ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Are you interested in more classes involving Pokémon? Check out this list of all of the Pokémon live classes I offer! 🚀🚀🚀 SCIENCE 🚀🚀🚀 Amphibians: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-amphibians-using-pokemon-ppeXvgIQ#uscBKeyeSs Astronomy: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-astronomy-using-pokemon-8ytfon7z#uscBKeyeSs Dinosaurs: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-dinosaurs-and-paleontology-using-pokemon-a2AKsWhv#uscBKeyeSs Fossils: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-fossils-using-pokemon-thQKSwFl#uscBKeyeSs Geology: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-geology-using-pokemon-0ZIbS3iH#uscBKeyeSs Insects: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-insects-and-arachnids-using-pokemon-r7Yk332V#uscBKeyeSs Mammals: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-mammals-using-pokemon-XrNlNUJ8#uscBKeyeSs Reptiles: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-an-introduction-to-reptiles-using-pokemon-PpVQPcjC#uscBKeyeSs 🐉🐉🐉 MYTHOLOGY AND CULTURE 🐉🐉🐉 Pokemon and the Americas (only available on Teachers Pay Teachers): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Pokemon-and-Their-Inspirations-from-the-Americas-7958309 Egyptian Mythology: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-and-egyptian-mythology-yHhMHjTx#uscBKeyeSs Dragons: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-dragons-QCr5vsgp#uscBKeyeSs Japan: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-japan-BOHTPcpk#uscBKeyeSs United Kingdom: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-the-galar-region-and-the-united-kingdom-QrL1vct6#uscBKeyeSs Greek Mythology: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-greece-gikBLTQj#uscBKeyeSs Norse Mythology: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-and-culture-vikings-and-norse-mythology-uXT5L6IM#uscBKeyeSs Halloween: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-mythology-halloween-and-the-origins-of-spooky-pokemon-ncuL0dOf#uscBKeyeSs 🚀🚀🚀 MIXED CLASSES 🐉🐉🐉 (contains both science and social studies) Hawaii: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-mythology-and-culture-hawaii-and-the-alola-region-3FrdLB3A#uscBKeyeSs Evolutions of Eevee: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-and-mythology-the-amazing-evolutions-of-eevee-zVtMnOVB#uscBKeyeSs Cats and Dogs: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-cool-cats-and-delightful-dogs-vIBz7pmR#uscBKeyeSs Ultra Beasts and Invasive Species: https://outschool.com/classes/pokemon-science-ultra-beasts-and-invasive-species-Ug8zTREx#uscBKeyeSs
Learning Goals
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
★ Identify several cultural traditions of Japan and the Pokemon that are inspired by those traditions.
★ Explain what a yokai is and how to identify one.
★ Describe many mythological creatures of Japan.
★ Recall several Japanese myths and folk tales.
★ Identify which Pokemon are inspired by Japan's most popular myths.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Not recommended for sensitive souls! Some of these Japanese monsters are quite creepy. There are some stories with death, destruction, and one mention of suicide. (I would let my own 7 and 11 year olds take this class, but there are other kids in this age range who probably wouldn't appreciate the creepiness of it all.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2017
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brigham Young University
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I offer a "pay what you can afford" discount for all flex classes. After you enroll, send me a message from the section you signed up for. I can then apply a partial refund to match the amount you need; it can be any amount!
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From 2005 to 2021 I was a highly certified teacher in Arizona, in Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies. (I allowed my teaching license to lapse after becoming employed by the University of Arizona.) I have a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Science Education. I have four children ranging from 9 to 14 years of age. Besides teaching on Outschool, I am an advisor and educational outreach coordinator at the University of Arizona, and I also run my own small business giving astronomy shows in an inflatable planetarium for libraries and schools. In my spare time, I like to hike with my family, go on road trips, and volunteer with the Crisis Text Line (an organization that helps at-risk teens and young adults work through difficult situations).
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Live Group Class
$80
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 319 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
4-18 learners per class
