While Japan was a major player in the Second World War, it also played a role in the first Great War. Scholars analyze the Anglo-Japanese alliance during World War I in the 30th installment of a 32-part series. Using a short video clip,...

Wigs, masks, demons, and Buddhism—what's not to love? All of these elements play a role in Japanese theater during the Middle Ages, a topic the informational video covers in depth. An engaging host shares an exhaustive overview of the...

When your class thinks of medieval history, they probably think of European castles and knights. But they may not know that the Heian period in Japan, which coincided with the Middle Ages in Europe, saw a significant development in...

The Cleveland Museum of Art presents this interdisciplinary model unit that asks class members to explore how the same themes are presented in the folktales and art of several cultures.

Rather than build an entire PowerPoint presentation from scratch, consider using this resource as a start to your next lesson on the government and society of ancient Japan. Topics covered include feudal society, Japanese samurai, and...

In this chronological history activity, students examine a timeline featuring information about the modernization of Japan and then respond to 10 short answer questions about the information.

Students explore the concept of geopolitical conflicts. For this Korean and Japanese relations lesson, students investigate the history of conflict between the nations. Students compose essays using their findings.

Did you know that the world's first novel was written by a woman? Murasaki Shikibu's The Tale of Genji, was published in 1021. Class members research Eastern and Western cultures in the 10th and 11th centuries, view modern adaptations of...

Quiz your historians in the fascinating history and culture behind modern-day Japan using this trivia flashcard handout. Ten cards each contain a simply-written question and answer, covering topics such as Confucianism, bushido, Japan's...

One of the most intriguing eras in world history was the shift to Feudalism in Japan. Examine the causes and effects of Japan's religion, culture, borrowing from China, and rise to Feudalism. Facts are given about the Shogunate, Samauri,...

An excellent overview of historical Japanese culture, this presentation could carry through a world history unit or a lesson on the history of Japan. Especially interesting are the slides that compare Japanese armor and castles to other...

Young scholars examine the significance of Tokugawa Japan from (1603-1888) and research supplemental materials relating to the topic. For this Japanese History lesson, students discuss the policy of isolationism in Japan and answer...

Students investigate Imperial Japan. In this Japanese history lesson, students listen to a lecture about Imperial Japan and then complete jigsaw reading activities about the country during the 20th century. Students write essays that...

Learners discover how Japanese dissidents spoke out against the injustice practiced in Imperial Japan. In this Japanese history lesson plan, students listen to a lecture about the silent dissidents in the nation prior to World War II and...

In this global studies activity, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 8 short answer questions about Japanese involvement in World War II.

In this historical perspectives activity, students read a 2-page selection about Japan of the past and today and then respond to 4 short answer questions and complete a graphic organizer based on the information.

In this Japanese history instructional activity, students read a 3-paragraph selection about the era and then respond to 14 matching and short answer questions about era.

In this Japanese history worksheet, students list 5 facts that they can recall about samurai and their practices next to the pictured pagoda.

Students study a piece of Japanese contemporary history. In this democratic values lesson, students listen to their instructor lecture on the implementation of democratic government in Japan. Students respond to discussion questions and...

In this online interactive world history worksheet, students answer 8 multiple choice questions regarding early Japanese history and culture. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

In this Japan 1850-1914 fact card worksheet, students use the notes and picture provided to create a note card for study purposes.

In this modernization of Japan worksheet, students take notes to answer 9 questions regarding the modernization of Japan time line and respond to 1 short answer question pertaining to the Meiji era.

In this Japanese world history worksheet, students identify those who helped to unify Japan as well as influence Japanese society and culture as they complete 2 graphic organizers. Students then write a paragraph describing Japanese...

In this world history worksheet, students note important time periods, people, and terms regarding the shaping of Japanese civilization as they respond to 8 short answer questions.