CANVAS
- 2023.04.28
- [Registration Now Open] Spring Kids’ Festival
On May 27 and 28, over 100 programs for parents and children to enjoy together will come together in Yoyogi!
The full program for the “Spring Kids Festa 2023,” presented by the National Institute for Youth Education, Rough & Peace Mother, and CANVAS, has been released! Reservations open today.
*Press Release
https://canvas.ws/pdf/KIDSFESTA/canvas_press20230428.pdf
[Program Details]
■Workshop
A huge collection of workshops designed to stimulate creativity and self-expression!
"Workshop Collection," one of the world's largest children's creative events, is here! Digital arts, sculpture, painting, illustration, science, electronics, music, physical expression, the environment, nature… there's so much to choose from! Which one will you join?
■Interactive Exhibits
Packed with cutting-edge tech experiences that let you learn while having fun!
The hands-on exhibition area is packed with a wide variety of programs, including the latest digital amusement park, “Let’s Give It a Try”; the “International Digital Ehon Fair,” featuring a massive collection of Digital Ehon from around the world; and “STEAM KIDS,” which offers interdisciplinary learning! Just by thinking, “I’ll just give this a try,” you might discover a whole new world!
■Hall Events
Comedy shows and performances that parents and children can enjoy together
From little kids to adults, a huge lineup of popular comedians is coming together under the theme of “skits the whole family can enjoy”! Jungle Pocket and “Mō Chugakusei,” who are huge hits with kids, will be performing, too!
It's packed with more than just comedy routines—there are magic shows, science experiments, pantomime, and much more!
■Sports
Take on sports challenges alongside top athletes and comedians!
Enjoy a variety of sports programs, including sports experiences with “top-tier athletes”—such as Olympic medalists and former professional athletes—as well as opportunities to take on challenges alongside comedians in wheelchair basketball, running races, gymnastics, and fitness exercises. Come have fun with our diverse lineup of sports programs!
Profile
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Digital Picture Book Author Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
Director, B Lab
Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
Chairperson, CANVASAfter graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”
