Punctual Activities

Come and discover the art of Japanese pastries with Emma Obadina, an international pastry chef specialising in the field. During a workshop, you’ll have the chance to make Nerikiri, small pastries made from sweet white bean paste, glutinous rice flour and filled with red bean paste.

Nerikiri go very well with Japanese tea, which is why they are often included in tea ceremonies.

What’s more, if you’d like to try other pastries, you can buy some directly from his stand!

Please note: the very last workshop in the evening is reserved for adults only.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

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I present to you the basics of the Marie Kondo organization method, followed by folding exercises. You will learn how to fold and organize your clothes vertically so that everything is visible, accessible, and aesthetically pleasing in your wardrobe. Bring clothes to fold (T-shirts, socks, etc.), as well as items you’re unsure how to fold.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

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During Japan Impact, Itsuko Yoshikawa will organize various workshops on Japanese ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, and kimono wearing. In the incense ceremony workshop, you will explore different Japanese incenses and participate in a game.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

During Japan Impact, Itsuko Yoshikawa will organize various workshops on Japanese ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, and kimono wearing. In the tea ceremony workshop, you will witness the ceremony while learning how to prepare matcha and delicious pastries called Wagashi.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

During Japan Impact, Itsuko Yoshikawa will organize various workshops on Japanese ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, and kimono wearing. In the kimono workshop, you will discover how to wear and dress in these delicate garments.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

During Japan Impact, Itsuko Yoshikawa will organize various workshops on Japanese ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, and kimono wearing. In the kimono workshop, you will discover how to wear and dress in these delicate garments.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

Take part in a tournament of Beyblade, the famous combat spinning tops

Juusan no Hoshi is an association dedicated to promoting Japanese culture in the canton of Valais. As organizers of the Destination Tokyo event in Valais since 2012, we foster gatherings among enthusiasts of Japanese culture in all its aspects. We also offer various activities and animations for the enjoyment of both adults and children.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

Emerging in the 1950s on the island of Shikoku, Yosakoi combines traditional dance steps with energetic movements! Komainu Yosakoi is a French troupe specializing in Japanese dance. After their performances, they will offer initiation sessions for you to learn a few steps and dance along with them!

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For ages 8 to 16. Approximately 15 people.

Learn to draw yokai (request from the Japan Impact staff): I suggest teaching how to draw a series of yokai and write their names in Japanese.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.

For approximately 7 years and older. Duration: 1 hour or more.

Japanese Linguistics and Calligraphy: Explore the workings of the Japanese language and everyday words while drawing ideograms. Participants use brushes and draw/write simultaneously as I provide explanations. At the end of the workshop, each participant has learned words and leaves with calligraphed words, including their own name.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the workshop begins.