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 pictogram badge-making and sumo wrestler origami.

 

Make Your Own Origami Rikishi and Play Tonton Sumo

Sumo is one of Japan’s national sports, where two wrestlers, called rikishi, try to push each other out of a ring or make their opponent touch the ground. Fold your own paper rikishi, then play Tonton Sumo by tapping the ring to make your wrestler move and compete.

Sunday 26 October 2025, 14:30–16:30

Tuesday 28 October 2025, 14:30–16:30

 

Design your own pictogram and badge

Discover how pictograms turn everyday objects and ideas into clear, easy-to-understand symbols in this hands-on workshop inspired by the exhibition Pictograms Iconic Japanese Designs. Create your own original pictogram and turn it into a badge or make a badge from ready-made designs that introduce aspects of daily life, customs and culture in Japan through pictograms.

Wednesday 29 October 2025, 14:30–16:30

Friday 31 October, 14:30–16:30

Sunday 2 November 2025, 14:30–16:30

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Drop-in | Admission Free

Children must be 6+ and accompanied by an adult. Participation in drop-in workshops is on a first-come first-served basis.

Badges contain sharp pins. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.