Oku no Hosomichi Meister Training Course
This course aims to teach participants about "Oku no Hosomichi" while also providing them with the knowledge necessary to become a volunteer guide at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum. Additionally, a "Guide Certification Course" will be held for those aspiring to become volunteer guides at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum.
"Oku no Hosomichi Cultural Course"
Dates Reiwa 4 (2022) December 10 (Sat), December 11 (Sun) 10:10-14:45
Content
December 10 (Sat)
10:15-11:00 Why Did Basho Embark on a Journey to Michinoku? Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
11:15-12:00 What is the Charm of Oku no Hosomichi? Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
13:00-13:45 Medieval Yamadera Faith Prof. Hiroyuki Yamaguchi
14:00-14:45 Introduction to Reading Kuzushiji (Cursive Japanese Characters) (1) Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
December 11 (Sun)
10:15-11:00 What Was Travel Like in the Edo Period? Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
11:15-12:00 Spreading Haiku and Oku no Hosomichi to the World Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
13:00-13:45 Introduction to Reading Kuzushiji (Cursive Japanese Characters) (2) Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
14:00-14:45 Advice for Guides Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association
Instructors Professor Yozo Yamamoto, Faculty of Academic Research, Yamagata University; Visiting Researcher Hiroyuki Yamaguchi, Tohoku Culture Research Institute, Tohoku Gakuin University; Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association
Venue Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum, Training Room 1 (Online participation from home is also possible)
Course Fee 3,000 yen (Those attending at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum should pay at the reception on December 10. For online participants, we will inform you of the bank transfer details, so please transfer the payment to the designated account by December 2.)
Eligibility Those who wish to learn about Oku no Hosomichi. Those aspiring to become volunteer guides at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum.
Capacity 50 participants for in-person attendance (first-come, first-served). 60 participants for online attendance (first-come, first-served).
How to Apply Please notify the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum by phone (023-695-2221) or FAX (023-695-2552) with your "name and phone number." For online participation or recorded distribution, please apply by FAX (023-695-2552), clearly stating your "name, phone number, and email address."
Application Deadline December 2 (Fri)
※Please note that depending on the spread of the novel coronavirus infection, the course may be held online only.
"Guide Certification Course"
This course is for those who have completed the "Oku no Hosomichi Cultural Course" of the "Oku no Hosomichi Meister Training Course" and aim to be certified as an Oku no Hosomichi Meister or to become a volunteer guide at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum. A certificate will be issued upon completion.
Dates Reiwa 4 (2022) December 17 (Sat), December 18 (Sun) 10:10-14:45
Content
December 17 (Sat)
10:15-11:00 What is the Difference Between Haikai and Haiku? Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
11:15-12:00 How to View and Handle Materials Kazushi Aihara
13:00-13:45 Certification Exam Preparation / Individual Coaching Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association, Kazushi Aihara
14:00-14:45 Certification Exam Preparation / Individual Coaching Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association, Kazushi Aihara
December 18 (Sun)
10:15-11:00 Key Points for Guiding Foreigners Kaori Erwin
11:15-12:00 Basho's Education Prof. Yozo Yamamoto
13:00-13:35 Certification Exam Preparation / Individual Coaching Prof. Yozo Yamamoto, Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association, Kazushi Aihara
13:45-14:20 Certification Exam ※The time slot may change depending on the number of applicants.
14:30-14:45 Results Announcement / Certificate Award Ceremony
Instructors Professor Yozo Yamamoto, Faculty of Academic Research, Yamagata University; National Certified Guide Interpreter Kaori Erwin; Members of the Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association; Kazushi Aihara, Curator of the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum
Venue Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum, Training Room 1
Course Fee 1,000 yen
Eligibility Those who have completed the "Oku no Hosomichi Cultural Course" of the "Oku no Hosomichi Meister Course" on December 10 and 11, Reiwa 4 (2022), and who aspire to become an Oku no Hosomichi Meister or a Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum volunteer guide.
Capacity 50 participants (first-come, first-served). *In-person attendance only; no online participation.
How to Apply Please apply by phone (023-695-2221) or FAX (023-695-2552) at the Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum.
※You may also apply directly to the office after the "Oku no Hosomichi Cultural Course" ends on December 11.
Application Deadline December 11 (Sun)
Organized by: Yamagata City Cultural Promotion Project Foundation (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation) / Oku no Hosomichi Meister Association