Anime & Manga Holy Land EXPO | Toshima Ward, Tokyo x Tsumami Zaiku Making (Stuffed Animal Accessories)
- "Anime & Manga Holy Land EXPO", where anime and manga related facilities gather under one roof, will be held in Ikebukuro, Tokyo!
- Experience "Tsumami Zaiku," a traditional craft designated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government that has been passed down since the Edo period.
- Even those who are not confident in their finger dexterity can enjoy it.
- Choose your favorite color of fabric and make accessories that can be used for your stuffing activities!
Attraction Tickets
| Exhibit type | Anime exhibits, Traditional culture exhibits |
| Attraction type | Pop culture |
Product Info
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Event Overview
Anime & Manga Holy Land EXPO
Date and time: 11/8 (Sat) 11:00~19:00, 11/9 (Sun) 11:00~18:00
Location: Naka-Ikebukuro Park, etc.
Workshop Information
Toshima Ward, Tokyo × Tsumami Zaiku Making (Stuffed Animal Accessories)
Date and time: November 9th (Sun)
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes Location: Toshima Community Center, Meeting Rooms 601 and 602
Tsumami-zaiku is designated as a traditional craft by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
Make a cute flower tsumami zaiku using your favorite member's color or your favorite color!
You can attach it to a stuffed animal, bag, or pouch!
Even those who are not confident in their finger dexterity can enjoy this game.
What is "Nuikatsu"?
It is an abbreviation of "Plushie Activities" and involves taking photos with your favorite stuffed toys,
It refers to activities such as sharing on social media and spending everyday time with stuffed animals.
On social media, many fans post videos of themselves having fun with their favorite stuffed animals.
How to display the Swipe Voucher screen
Purchase Notice
- Please arrive 10 minutes before your reservation time.
- If there are cancellations or if there are spaces available, we will accept same-day registrations.
- Registration will close as soon as capacity is reached.
- If you do not arrive by the start time of your reservation, it will be cancelled.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please click on the redemption link in the order confirmation email, enter the verification code (skip this step if you have already logged in), and follow the on-site staff's instructions to complete the Swipe to Redeem process
Experience Location
Location Name: Toshima Community Center Meeting Rooms 601, 602
Address: 1-20-10 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima-ku, TokyoCancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The "Anime & Manga Holy Land EXPO" in Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, serves as a hub for anime and manga related facilities. Within this setting, visitors can participate in a unique Tsumami Zaiku making experience, where they learn to craft traditional Japanese accessories.
The "Anime & Manga Holy Land EXPO" is held in Ikebukuro, which is a vibrant district within Toshima Ward, Tokyo. Ikebukuro is widely recognized as a major center for anime and manga culture in Japan.
Yes, the Tsumami Zaiku making experience is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone, including those who may not have prior experience or confidence in their finger dexterity. Guidance is provided to ensure a rewarding creative process.
Tsumami Zaiku is a delicate Japanese craft technique where small squares of fabric are meticulously folded and pinched (tsumami) using tweezers. These precisely shaped fabric pieces are then arranged and glued together to form intricate three-dimensional designs, often resembling flowers.
Tsumami Zaiku traditionally utilizes small, square pieces of silk fabric. Participants in the making experience can choose their preferred fabric colors to personalize their creations. Adhesives and bases are also integral components for assembling the delicate fabric pieces into finished accessories.
Tsumami Zaiku is deeply intertwined with traditional Japanese flower art because its primary focus is the creation of lifelike or stylized floral designs from fabric. It transforms flat textile pieces into exquisite, three-dimensional blooms, widely recognized for their use in decorative hair ornaments like kanzashi.
Tsumami Zaiku is a traditional craft that has been passed down since the Edo period and is designated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. It holds significant cultural value as a symbol of Japanese artistry and elegance, often used for ceremonial hair ornaments worn with traditional kimonos for special occasions.
During the Tsumami Zaiku making experience, participants can create unique accessories specifically designed for stuffed animals. This offers a creative way to combine a traditional Japanese craft with a personalized item, allowing for bespoke decoration of plush toys or other items.
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