PRE/POST CONVENTION ACTIVITIES

Experiential Tour

Origami Experience Plan

Kaminokawa Town: The Town of ORIGAMI

Kaminokawa Town is widely known as the "Town of Origami" because it is the birthplace of Akira Yoshizawa, a world-renowned creative origami artist. Mr. Yoshizawa elevated Japanese origami into a true art form and played a major role in making "ORIGAMI" a globally recognized word. This plan offers you a unique opportunity to experience and connect with the world of Akira Yoshizawa's origami.

Check Point

▶A Unique Creative Origami Experience 

Experience the unique, world-renowned creative origami style of Akira Yoshizawa—a step above standard origami workshops.

▶Inclusive & Accessible to All 

Open to everyone, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or ability.

▶On-Site Workshops & Stage Performances Available

We can bring the experience directly to your convention venue or deliver live stage performances.

On-Site and Off-Site Origami Plan

【Workshop in Kaminokawa Town】

〇Sample Itinerary

9:00 – Depart from JR Utsunomiya Station (via charter bus)

9:40 – Arrive at Kaminokawa ORIGAMI Plaza (Lifelong Learning & Childcare Support Complex)

[ Program Activities ]

◦Akira Yoshizawa Creative Origami Workshop

◦Guided tour of the Akira Yoshizawa Origami Memorial Room (View original masterpieces with commentary)

11:40 – Depart from the venue

12:20 – Arrive at JR Utsunomiya Station / Dismissal

 

〇Plan Details

Capacity: 2 to several dozen participants

Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours

Estimated Cost: Approx. 1,500 JPY per person (Based on a group size of 20 participants)

        Included: Instructor fees, travel expenses, assistant instructor fees (Origami Promotion Instructors), and consumable materials.

        Please note: Venue rental fees (if applicable) are to be covered by the event organizer.

Venue: Kaminokawa ORIGAMI Plaza (Lifelong Learning & Childcare Support Complex), etc.

Language Support: For larger groups, please arrange for an interpreter to accompany the tour.

 

【Workshop at Your Preferred Venue】

Duration: 2 hours

Estimated Cost (Example):

◦Flat Rate: 50,000 JPY (Includes instructor fee and travel expenses)

◦Material Fees: 2,000 JPY (Covers origami paper for up to approximately 50 participants to try 4 to 5 different folding designs)

Language Support: For larger groups, please arrange for an interpreter to be present.

Basic Information

Availability
Year-round ※Negotiable
Contact Information
Utsunomiya Convention & Visitors Bureau (Mon.-Fri. 8:30am~5:15pm)
TEL:028-612-3905

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