Discover the Future Inventors: Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum's Summer Event
Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum's Summer Adventure
The Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum, run by the Kashioto Toshio Memorial Foundation, is set to hold an exciting summer event titled "Mystery Adventure" from July 22 (Wednesday) to August 5 (Wednesday) for elementary school students. This initiative not only emphasizes the fun of learning science and art but also provides many hands-on experience events.
The museum honors the legacy of Kashioto Toshio, one of the co-founders of Casio Computer, who was a remarkable inventor known for producing the world's first compact electric calculator, the "14-A," along with numerous other innovations. The museum aims to convey the spirit of his inventions to the next generation, showcasing historically significant products from Casio and organizing activities for children who will shape the future.
Every summer, the museum hosts a special exhibition for elementary students, and this year continues the tradition with the "Mystery Adventure" where participants solve problems related to Kashioto Toshio. Young students in lower grades (1st to 3rd) can earn prizes by answering at least five questions correctly, while upper-grade students (4th to 6th) have the challenge of solving all ten questions for a chance to win a prize from a gacha machine.
In addition to the mystery-solving adventure, the museum will offer six different type of engaging experience events. These include "Calculator Exploration," "Calculator Disassembly and Assembly Workshop," "Become an Inventor," and "Watch Disassembly and Assembly Workshop," with two new activities: "Becoming a Music Creator with Sampler" and "Learning with Relay (Electromagnet)!" which are added to enrich the learning experience this year.
Students accompanied by an adult can join all activities free of charge. Reservations will begin on July 7 (Tuesday) at 11 AM through the museum's website, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum aspires to nurture young inventors' creativity and critical thinking while they embark on a journey of discovery and growth through educational and enjoyable exhibitions.
Overview of Summer Exhibition and Experience Events
- - Reservation Period: Begins July 7 (Tuesday) at 11 AM via the museum website (limited spots available)
- - Event Period: July 22 (Wednesday) – August 5 (Wednesday)
- - Location: Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum, 4-19-10 Naruse, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
- - Eligibility: Elementary school students (must be accompanied by an adult)
- - Opening Days: Monday to Friday during the event period (some days may be closed)
- - Participation Fee: Free (web reservation required)
Experience Events (Museum tour available)
Capacity: Each session accommodates 10 elementary students and ideally one adult.
- - July 22 (Wednesday)
Participants will learn the inner workings of a calculator by disassembling and reassembling it, plus try out calculator magic.
- - July 28 (Tuesday)
This event will help children calculate everyday situations using calculators while viewing things from multiple perspectives through numbers.
- - July 30 (Thursday)
For 4th to 6th-grade students only. Participants will learn about the structure of wristwatches by disassembling and reassembling them, and hear exciting stories about digital watches.
- - July 31 (Friday)
Using Casio's latest product, the "SXC-1 Portable Standalone Sampler," students will have hands-on experience creating their unique music by recording sounds with a sampler and beating pads.
- - August 4 (Tuesday)
For 5th to 6th-grade students only; limited to 5 participants per session. Students will explore the mechanics of electromagnets and build a bell using relay components.
- - August 5 (Wednesday)
This workshop allows participants to learn how to generate ideas through the story of developing the "G-SHOCK" and create their unique design for a watch, feeling the joy of inventing.
Summer Exhibition (self-guided tours only)
- - Event Dates: July 24 (Friday), July 27 (Monday), July 29 (Wednesday), August 3 (Monday)
- - Times: 4 sessions daily (10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
- - Capacity: Limited to 3 groups per session, with a maximum of 5 participants per group including an adult.
About Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum
The museum houses the residence of Kashioto Toshio, co-founder of Casio, and displays various significant inventions, including calculators, watches, and electronic instruments that he contributed to.
Website: Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum
For further inquiries, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Foundation: General Incorporated Foundation Kashioto Toshio Memorial Foundation
Location: 4-19-10 Naruse, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
President: Kashioto Takashi
Website: Kashioto Toshio Memorial Museum
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