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The Center for Asian Studies develops and supports programs and activities that enhance the understanding of Asian societies, cultures, current topics and languages.

Yesterday, our University of West Florida students in Japan stepped back in time with a visit to Hagi. They hiked a port...
05/16/2026

Yesterday, our University of West Florida students in Japan stepped back in time with a visit to Hagi. They hiked a portion of the historic Hagi Ōkan Road, which was an important route during the Edo period. They then explored the old castle town, famous for its well-preserved samurai district and cultural heritage.

History, culture, and a few unexpected surprises 🇯🇵✨While in Yamaguchi, our students explored some of the region’s most ...
05/15/2026

History, culture, and a few unexpected surprises 🇯🇵✨

While in Yamaguchi, our students explored some of the region’s most meaningful cultural sites, starting with the iconic Five-Storied Pagoda of Rurikoji Temple, a national treasure and one of the three most beautiful pagodas in Japan.

At Toshunji Temple, students stepped into living tradition at the Mizunoue Kiln, where pottery is still created in a studio that was once a temple barn. They even met a master potter whose work has been featured in The New York Times, connecting local craftsmanship to global recognition.

And in a moment no one will forget… students met one of Toshunji’s monks, who just happens to be a dog 🐕✨

From centuries-old temples to hands-on cultural experiences, this is what study abroad is all about.

Another group of University of West Florida students were up bright and early this morning to start their journey to Jap...
05/12/2026

Another group of University of West Florida students were up bright and early this morning to start their journey to Japan with Japanese language instructor, Takami Taylor.

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And, they are off! University of West Florida students are on their way to take part in our signature Argos in Asia prog...
05/11/2026

And, they are off! University of West Florida students are on their way to take part in our signature Argos in Asia program where they will spend two weeks learning about Japanese language, arts and history at our partner school in Yamaguchi, Japan.

One of our international students from Guatemala, Andres, has been practicing the art of tea at the Japan House this yea...
05/06/2026

One of our international students from Guatemala, Andres, has been practicing the art of tea at the Japan House this year. Andres graduated from the University of West Florida this weekend, but before the commencement ceremony, he prepared tea for his mother, who had just arrived from Guatemala late the night before. Despite injuring her knee while traveling, she was able to sit comfortably and share in this meaningful moment together.

Andres shared that he wished he had discovered the tea practice earlier during his four years at UWF, a sentiment that reminds us how impactful these experiences can be. Even with a short time to learn, students are able to connect with tradition, mindfulness, and hospitality in a way that stays with them.

These moments speak to the lasting value of cultural experiences beyond the classroom.

We hope that tea practice continues to be a unique and meaningful opportunity that UWF can offer its students for years to come. 🌿

We recently had our regular Origami Workshop at Azalea Trace.Everyone keeps getting better every time we visit!The parti...
04/30/2026

We recently had our regular Origami Workshop at Azalea Trace.
Everyone keeps getting better every time we visit!
The participants all have amazing taste in choosing your origami papers.

This time, in celebration of Children’s Day on May 5th, we folded colorful origami koinobori (carp streamers) and kabuto (samurai helmets).

Watching everyone’s creations come to life was so much fun! 🎏👘

Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Sandy Shaughnessy, Director of the Florida Division of Arts and Culture of Arts...
04/22/2026

Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Sandy Shaughnessy, Director of the Florida Division of Arts and Culture of Arts and Culture, and Rachelle Ashmore, Arts Consultant for the Division, to our office.

Our office was proud to play a significant role in supporting the state-funded exhibit celebrating the sister-state relationship with Wakayama, Japan. The exhibit traveled across the state - from the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee to the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Miami and the Atlantic Center for the Arts in New Smyrna Beach, where some of our University of West Florida exchange students from Wakayama even had the opportunity to contribute.

During Sandy and Rachelle's visit, we were grateful to recognize Sandy’s leadership and partnership with a plaque of appreciation. We were also excited to welcome back our Noh masks and pottery that were featured in the exhibition.

And finally, we’re thrilled to now have back on display a treasured painting by Wakayama artist Yoshiko Uchida. This work of art is an intricate piece that invites you to pause, explore, and get completely lost in its detail.

If you’re nearby, we invite you to stop in and experience it with us.

We enjoyed sharing a Japanese tea ceremony with our new partners at Fiesta Pensacola last week.
04/21/2026

We enjoyed sharing a Japanese tea ceremony with our new partners at Fiesta Pensacola last week.

You did it! 🎉Thank you to everyone who contributed! We met our UWF Day of Giving match thanks to the generous gift from ...
04/17/2026

You did it! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who contributed! We met our UWF Day of Giving match thanks to the generous gift from Shigeko Honda.

Your support is opening doors for students to experience the world, gain invaluable perspectives, and take their first steps toward becoming global leaders. 🌍

✍️ Curious how Chinese characters were created? We will be at the West Florida Public Libraries- WFPL Pensacola Library ...
04/15/2026

✍️ Curious how Chinese characters were created? We will be at the West Florida Public Libraries- WFPL Pensacola Library this Saturday!

Come learn the origin of Chinese characters, try writing your own, and even get your name written in Chinese!

🎉 Enjoy a fun prize quiz and interactive activities - perfect for all ages!

📍 Pensacola Library https://maps.app.goo.gl/QUYLa2dJKHEUiiDn7

📅 Saturday, April 18

⏰ 10:30–11:30 AM

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