Innovative Workshop for Kids: Exploring Local Development in Hamamatsu

In a creative initiative aimed at local revitalization, Hamamatsu will host a special workshop titled "Utilizing Blocks for Local Development" designed specifically for elementary school students. Scheduled for August 19, 2025, from 2 PM to 3:30 PM at the Kawarin Hall in Hamamatsu, this workshop invites young minds to collaborate and envision the future of the downstream Kawai area along the Tenryu River, under the inspiring theme of "Moon Frontier (Exploratory Learning)."

Purpose of the Workshop

The primary goal of this workshop is to engage elementary students in a unique summer experience that encourages them to co-create visions for urban development. Participants will learn to visualize their ideas through hands-on activities, specifically utilizing building blocks that aid in the practical realization of their concepts. By enabling creative brainstorming among residents, the workshop is set to help uncover local resources and attractions while developing actionable visions and prototypes to tackle challenges faced by regional communities. This initiative is part of the Local Revitalization 2.0 framework established by the Japanese government.

Strengths of the Workshop

One of the standout features of this workshop is its focus on visualization. By using blocks, participants can intuitively shape their thoughts into tangible forms, making it accessible for a diverse group, regardless of age or expertise. The playful nature of the process fosters creativity and dialogue, facilitating consensus and the development of feasible prototypes. In doing so, effective co-creation of new visions, local revitalization, and community problem-solving are achieved.

Workshop Schedule

The schedule for the workshop is as follows:

- 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM: Opening greetings, purpose explanation, and ice-breaking activities.
- 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM: Preparation exercises to warm up for using blocks (individual work).
- 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Group activities focusing on town planning using blocks.
- 2:45 PM - 3:00 PM: Group presentations of their urban development ideas.
- 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM: Cool down, commemorative photo session, and dismissal.

Important Notes

1. Participants will have the opportunity to take home their block town creations!
2. The workshop proceedings will be available later on our company’s video site.
Watch here

Collaboration and Support

This workshop is co-hosted by Shizuoka University Lego Club, the NPO Water's Edge Town Building Association, and Nihon Kogyo Co., Ltd., with video production support from PAQLA. The event receives backing from Chunichi Shimbun and several other regional media outlets.

For inquiries, please contact Daini Pia Service Co., Ltd. led by President Fumito Ohto, a member of professional engineering societies. The company is based at:

- Address: 7-15-3 Shiozuki-dori, Showa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-0022
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: sepeer.online

Through this engaging workshop, participants will not only learn about local development but will also experience the joy of creativity and teamwork. Let's build a brighter future together in Hamamatsu!