The first ever Monozukuri/Takumi no Waza Expo will be held in 2016. This event seeks to promote Japan's traditional crafts and cutting-edge manufacturing technology to the world.
Dates
August 10 (Wed.) ? 12 (Fri.), 2016
10 a.m. ? 5 p.m.
Venue
Tokyo International Forum
Hall E, Lobby Gallery
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This fun-packed event allows visitors to view and experience first-hand the very best of traditional and modern Japanese ingenuity, including clothing, food, architecture/interior and engineering. It is open to all, so please feel free to stop by.

Latest Information

  • 6/10/2016Official website in English and Chinese now online.
  • 5/26/2016Official website now online.

Ambassadors

Takahiro Azuma and Ultraman have been appointed as ambassadors for 2016!! Click to view profiles>>

Scheduled Events

This exposition brings together under one roof examples of traditional skills and craftworks along with cutting-edge manufacturing technology from all corners of Japan.
Here, you will find many exhibitions and demonstrations, not to mention numerous hands-on booths.

  • 1Thematic exhibitionsFramework-raising for Japanese-style Houses;
    Fruits of Craftsmanship: Hospitality in a Teahouse;
    Innovations in Manufacturing Technology:
    Shitamachi Bobsleigh, etc.
  • 2Stage performancesDemonstration of wall plastering, Japanese cookery demonstration, kimono fashion show, etc.
  • 3WorkshopsA range of workshops where visitors can try their hand at crafts
  • 4SalesA lineup of outstanding products and craftworks from throughout Japan

Host:The Organizing Committee for the Monozukuri/Takumi no Waza Expo 2016