About this event
The Waterside Hands-on School, to be held on Sunday, November 29, 2026, at the Kanayamasawa Suigokan (formerly Hashikami Town Kanayamasawa Elementary School) in Hashikami Town, Aomori Prefecture, is a free-admission hands-on event for parents and children. At the picture book exchange, participants can bring picture books they have finished reading at home and exchange them for a new one. In the craft workshops, a variety of activities are available, including handprint/footprint art, flower balloons, resin accessories, and rosette making. There will also be sales of handmade crafts, palmistry readings, and aroma craft experiences. In addition, areas for physical activity and interacting with creatures will be plentiful, such as animal petting experiences, insect sales, and slacklining. The Yukaina Petting Zoo and the Beetle & Stag Beetle Forest will also make appearances. Gourmet options can be fully enjoyed with food stalls including pizza trucks, curry, and sandwiches gathering at the venue. Operating hours are from 9:00 to 15:00.
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Hashikami Town Kanayamasawa Suigokan
17-1 Ohata, Kanayamasawa, Hashikami-cho, Sannohe-gun, Aomori 039-1207
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