October 1st is Japanese Tea Day! Let's make and drink different kinds of Japanese tea, and make it a day to fully enjoy Japanese tea!

Flowers are an indispensable part of Sakai's world-famous tea ceremony culture. Seven Rules set by the grand tea master Sen no Rikyu also say, "Arrange flowers as they are in the field." (This means "to respect life as it is as nature intended it".) A vase is a tool that embodies this teaching, and this time we will be holding a workshop on making flower baskets using bamboo. After learning basic weaving skills with PP bands, you will weave a flower basket using bamboo, according to your level of improvement.

See sea creatures jump out right before your eyes! Use “pop-up 3D glasses” made from colored cellophane and thick paper to create your own aquarium. Children who enjoy crafts and sea creatures are welcome! This science workshop for children allows them to enjoy “seeing,” “creating,” and “learning” at the same time through the mysteries of light colors and three-dimensional images. Young children are welcome to participate with their parents.

This workshop is designed for young children and their parents to “learn,” “see,” and “create,” while thinking about jellyfish, other living creatures, and the connections of life. You may know the word “jellyfish,” but what kind of creature are they really? How do they move? While listening to an aquarist’s talk, you will get the chance to observe live jellyfish and plankton up close. You can also try making your own jellyfish using origami!