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Experience Art and Music with Excitement!

The Itabashi Cultural Center is set to host a vibrant event known as the Stage Excitement Project on August 21st and 22nd, 2026. This interactive program invites children to engage in the creative process, allowing their artistic expressions to shine in a spectacular concert setting.

The Stage Excitement Project combines art creation and performing arts appreciation; children will create massive cardboard art pieces that will serve as stage decorations for a concert taking place the following day. The most distinctive feature of this initiative is its focus on ensuring that the children experience the entire creative journey—right from crafting their art to witnessing it illuminated by stage lights during the performance. This unique fusion of creation and observation promises to make for an unforgettable summer arts experience.

Day One: Colorful Animal Creation

On August 21st, kids will be partaking in the Colorful Animal Gathering, a captivating cardboard sculpture painting workshop. Here, approximately 2-meter-tall lion and elephant figures made of cardboard await the artistic touch of children. Utilizing an array of vibrant paints, brushes, and their very hands, children will embark on a rare opportunity to engage in large-scale artistic creation.

Expert Guidance: The workshop, led by Atelier Yamada, renowned for transforming cardboard and leftover materials into pieces of art under the theme of “Turning Excitement into Form,” promises to inspire young artists.

Workshop Schedule:

• - (1) 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• - (2) 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• - (3) 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
• - (4) 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
• - (5) 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
• - (6) 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Location: Itabashi Cultural Center, Main Hall Lobby
Fees: Limited spots available!

• - Exciting Kids Ticket (Workshop + Concert) - ¥1,000
• - Workshop only - ¥800

Important Notes:

• - Children in 3rd grade and under must be accompanied by an adult.
• - Parents should supervise preschool-aged children within the area.
• - Attendees are advised to wear clothes that can get messy as paint stains are permanent.

Check more details here

Day Two: Music Carnival for Animals

The festivities continue on August 22nd with the Animal Music Carnival. A special ensemble, dubbed the