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Hyper Japan Festival Workshops 2025
Hyper Japan Festival Workshops 2025
The HYPER JAPAN Festival 2025, occurring July 18–20 at Olympia Events, London, offers a variety of workshops focusing on Japanese culture. Below is a summary of the available information on workshops, including names, days, times, costs, and durations, based on the provided data. Note that full workshop details were set to be announced in March 2025, so the information here is partial and subject to updates. For the most complete and accurate schedule, check the official HYPER JAPAN website closer to the event date.
Workshops Overview
The festival features over 15 workshops across the three days, covering traditional and modern Japanese cultural activities. These include both hands-on experiences led by skilled instructors, such as award-winning artists and cultural practitioners, and free workshops like Shogi (Japanese chess). New for 2025 are martial arts workshops, including Yosakoi dance, Shorinji, Iaido/Jodo, Aikido, and Karate. Other workshops include traditional favorites and creative activities, some allowing participants to keep their creations (e.g., Japanese masks, Tsumami-Zaiku brooches, Ikebana flower arrangements, Calligraphy fans, or Wasanbon sweets). Kimono rental is also available, either for a full day or a quick try-on with a photo opportunity.
Specific Workshops (Confirmed)
Manga Drawing
- Description: Learn to create manga-style artwork with expert instructors.
- Day(s): Not specified (likely offered across multiple days, to be confirmed in March 2025).
- Time(s): Not specified (check schedule closer to event).
- Cost: Requires an add-on ticket (price not specified; typically varies by workshop, to be confirmed in March 2025).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–90 minutes for similar workshops, based on past events).
- Note: Participants may keep their creations.
Tea Ceremony (Sado)
- Description: Experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony with instructor Yuko Boff.
- Day(s): Not specified (likely offered across multiple days).
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 60–90 minutes for tea ceremonies).
Ikebana (Japanese Flower Arranging)
- Description: Learn the art of Japanese flower arranging, with arrangements to take home.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 60–120 minutes).
Calligraphy
- Description: Practice Japanese calligraphy and create a fan to keep.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–90 minutes).
Origami
- Description: Learn the art of Japanese paper folding.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–60 minutes).
Wagashi-Making
- Description: Create traditional Japanese sweets, which can be enjoyed at the event or taken home.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 60–90 minutes).
Furoshiki Wrapping
- Description: Learn the traditional Japanese art of cloth wrapping.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–60 minutes).
Japanese Cooking Masterclasses
- Description: Learn techniques and flavors behind iconic Japanese dishes.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 60–120 minutes).
Martial Arts Workshops (Yosakoi Dance, Shorinji, Iaido/Jodo, Aikido, Karate)
- Description: Hands-on sessions in various Japanese martial arts, new for 2025.
- Day(s): Not specified (likely spread across all three days).
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 60–90 minutes for martial arts workshops).
Shogi (Japanese Chess)
- Description: Free workshop to learn or observe Shogi, a traditional Japanese strategy game.
- Day(s): Not specified (available across all three days).
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Free (included in General Admission ticket).
- Duration: Not specified (likely flexible, 30–60 minutes per session).
Kabuki Dress-Up and Kumadori Face Painting
- Description: Try on Kabuki costumes and apply traditional Kumadori makeup, offered by Shochiku Culture Experience.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (likely 30–60 minutes for dress-up and photo sessions).
Tsumami-Zaiku Brooch Making
- Description: Create a traditional Japanese fabric brooch to wear or keep.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–90 minutes).
Japanese Mask Making
- Description: Craft a Japanese mask to wear during the festival.
- Day(s): Not specified.
- Time(s): Not specified.
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD).
- Duration: Not specified (typically 45–90 minutes).
Kimono Rental
- Description: Rent a kimono for a full day or a quick try-on with a photo opportunity.
- Day(s): Available all three days (July 18–20, 2025).
- Time(s): Not specified (likely available throughout event hours).
- Cost: Add-on ticket required (price TBD; likely varies for full-day vs. try-on).
- Duration: Full-day rental or short session (likely 15–30 minutes for try-on).
Event Details
Dates and Times:
- Friday, July 18, 2025: 12:00–20:00
- Saturday, July 19, 2025: 10:00–20:00
- Sunday, July 20, 2025: 10:00–17:00
Venue: Olympia Events, Hammersmith Rd, London W14 8UX
General Admission Costs:
- Friday: £24.00
- Saturday: £36.00
- Sunday: £27.00
- 3-Day Pass: £69.00
- 2-Day Pass (Sat & Sun): £60.00
- Tomodachi Bundle (5 General Admission tickets): Discounted rate, price not specified.
- Children under 10: Free with a paying adult.
- Workshop Costs: Most workshops require separate add-on tickets, with prices to be announced in March 2025. Shogi workshops are free with General Admission. Tickets typically sell out quickly, so early booking is recommended.
- Note on Durations: Workshop durations are not explicitly stated but are estimated based on typical durations for similar activities at past HYPER JAPAN events (e.g., 45–120 minutes, depending on complexity).
Additional Notes
- Booking: Workshop tickets are available for purchase in advance, and early booking is advised due to high demand. General Admission tickets are required for the same day as the workshop.
- Schedule Updates: The full workshop schedule, including specific days, times, and costs, was set to be released in March 2025. Check the official HYPER JAPAN website or social media for updates.
Sources: Information compiled from HYPER JAPAN official announcements and related sources.
- Recommendation: Since details are incomplete, visit the HYPER JAPAN website or follow their social media (e.g., Instagram: hyperjapanofficial) for the latest workshop schedule and ticket information.
Paul (Poison Fish) Manjyu Woodman
