Sculptures are typically free-standing, three-dimensional objects created out of different materials. Students learning about sculpture are likely to study how to manipulate materials such as clay, wood, metal and glass, as well as methods such as casting, figurine-making, welding and carving.

Japan has one of the highly integrated higher education systems in Asia. Japans approach to science and technology is highly rated thus their education levels very structured from childhood to primary through secondary to tertiary levels. With 126 million people living in Japan it has a cultural rich environment. Greater Tokyo area is the largest metropolitan area in the world, with over 30 million residents.