Engaging Diversity at the Puzzle and Board Game Festival on November 2

Puzzle and Board Game Festival: An Inclusive Event

On November 2, 2025, from 10 AM to 9:30 PM, the captivating Puzzle and Board Game Festival will be held at 70seeds in Monzen-Nakacho, hosted by Rise & Play Co., Ltd. under the leadership of Kanako Waku, the company's CEO. This event aims to create an enjoyable atmosphere for everyone, regardless of their abilities.

The philosophy behind this remarkable festival focuses on inclusion and diversity, highlighting the belief that both individuals with disabilities and those without can join together for a day of fun, learning, and connection. Families are encouraged to attend, with activities tailored for children, while parents can dive into board games and training sessions.

Event Highlights

1. Create Your Own Decorative Animal Shogi Workshop!

Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fee: 3,000 JPY
In this creative workshop, participants can adorn animal shogi pieces in a dazzling manner while learning about universal design. With plenty of decoration materials provided, you can unleash your creativity and make a unique piece of art to take home.

2. Let's Play Board Games Together!

Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fee: 2,000 JPY (Family ticket for up to three members: 3,000 JPY)
A selection of inclusive design board games tailored for individuals with visual impairments will be available. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone—adults, children, and individuals of differing abilities—to come together and share the joy of gaming.

3. Diversity Training through Puzzles: Basics of DEI

Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Fee: 5,000 JPY (Discount for students using the code 'student': 2,000 JPY)
Engage in an interactive puzzle-solving experience featuring Blind Aliens, Deaf Aliens, and Limbless Aliens—together, they will solve an intriguing incident. This a valuable chance for those interested in introducing corporate training and understanding disability through experiential learning; each team will include participants with different disabilities.

4. Diversity Training through Puzzles: What is a Minority?

Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Fee: 5,000 JPY (Discount for students using the code 'student': 2,000 JPY)
All participants will embody Blind Aliens and collaborate to resolve a mystery. This experience is designed for corporate training and promoting understanding of disabilities through simulated experiences; participation can include anyone capable of utilizing eye coverings to create blindness.

5. Escape Plan Using Smart Glasses: Escape from Sector XX

Time: 6:00 PM (Around 90 minutes expected)
Fee: 3,000 JPY
Awaken in the unknown Sector where participants must collaborate using smart glasses to escape. Don't worry if you aren't great at puzzles; the teamwork required will allow everyone to share a sense of achievement. Note: Minimum participation age is students in middle school.

About Rise & Play Co., Ltd.

Founded: May 14, 2025
CEO: Kanako Waku
Location: 3-5-10, Kitano-naka, Chuo Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
Business Overview: Rise & Play specializes in providing content focusing on barrier-free and universal design, striving to enhance engagement and attract visitors.

Join us for a day where everyone, regardless of their abilities, can come together to learn, play, and celebrate diversity!