Explore the cultures of Japan this half term with a series of free family-friendly activity workshops at Japan House London. During each workshop, participants can enjoy learning about Japan and unleashing their creativity, with activities including origami (paper-folding), and making paper Hina ningyō  (Hina dolls) to celebrate in time for Girls’ Day in March.

 

Create your own Hina ningyō (Hina dolls)

Hina ningyō  (Hina dolls) are displayed in homes in Japan where there are daughters on the third day of the third month each year to celebrate Girls’ Day. They are often a family gift to wish for health and prosperity for the girls’ futures. Make your own paper Hina doll display and discover more about the colourful kimono worn by the dolls using an original Japan House London activity worksheet.

Wednesday 19 February 2025, 14:30–16:30

Sunday 23 February 2025, 14:30–16:30

 

Origami

Try your hand at origami, Japanese paper folding. Make your own orizuru (folded crane) to wish for peace and hope for the future or fold an origami frog and see how far you can make it jump.

Thursday 20 February 2025, 14:30–16:30

 

Design your own uchikake 

Uchikake are a type of outer kimono worn on formal occasions in Japan, for example by brides on their wedding day. They are usually heavily decorated with a rich array of images and patterns which are often inspired by nature. Take inspiration from the plants and flowers of Japan to design your own uchikake.

Friday 21 February 2025, 14:30–16:30

 

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