アイヌの生活 Ainu Life
In this section we will look at aspects of both the traditional Ainu culture and lifestyle, as well as the contemporary situation. Ainu people of today are living a modern lifestyle, but honouring their traditions and promoting their Indigenous culture as well, both in Hokkaido and in metropolitan areas.
学習目標
- Learn about the housing, food, and clothing associated with traditional Ainu culture
- Become acquainted with the different roles for men and women in traditional Ainu society
- Become familiar with the spiritual belief system of the Ainu
- Learn about the position of the Ainu in contemporary Japanese society
- Become familiar with vocabulary, kanji and grammar patterns relevant to the readings
References
財団法人アイヌ文化振興・研究推進機構. 2008. アイヌ民族;歴史と現在ーー未来を共に生きるために.札幌.
The Foundation for Research and Promotion of Ainu Culture. 2009. Together with the Ainu: History and Culture. Sapporo.