Since September, the children of Beyondia International School Meguro have been learning about Mexico as part of our Country Study program. Throughout the unit, students explored many questions driven by their curiosity, such as:
“What language do people speak in Mexico?”
“What kinds of food do they eat?”
“What do traditional costumes look like?”
With these enthusiastic inquiries, they have deepened their learning about Mexican culture.

As the culmination of their study, we held a Day of the Dead event on October 30th!

Mini Mexico Parade in Meguro

On the day of the event, children dressed in colorful decorations and walked through the Meguro area in a cheerful mini parade.
When local community members waved to them, the children waved back with bright smiles and their proud expressions were truly memorable.

Experiencing Mexican Tradition – Piñata!

Students also had the chance to try Piñata, a very popular traditional Mexican activity.
The kids struck the piñata enthusiastically with sticks, and when it finally broke open, the room erupted with joyful cheers.

Visiting a Mexican Restaurant & Tasting Pan de Muerto

The children took a walk to a nearby Mexican restaurant, where they experienced authentic Mexican culture through the vibrant interior and delicious aromas of traditional food.
During snack time, they enjoyed Pan de Muerto, specially prepared for this event.
The soft, lightly sweet bread delighted everyone— “It’s so yummy!” echoed around the room.

In Mexico, families share Pan de Muerto to remember and honor loved ones who had passed away.
By tasting it for the first time, the children were able to connect with this warm and meaningful cultural tradition.

Class Performances

To conclude the event, each class presented a performance in front of parents:

• 1–2 year-olds: Dance to “Un Poco Loco” and a singing performance of “Remember Me”

• 3 year-olds: Two groups performed traditional Mexican dances

• 4 year-olds: Energetic La Bamba dance, accompanied by handmade maracas

• 5 year-olds: Presentations about Mexican cuisine and flowers, followed by a Spanish song. Their confident delivery and impressive Spanish pronunciation truly amazed their parents!

Throughout this event, the children experienced the culture, language, and food of Mexico, deepening their curiosity and global awareness.
At Beyondia International School Meguro, we remain committed to fostering international understanding through meaningful learning experiences.