A “piñata” is a paper-made figure filled with candies or toys, commonly played with by children in South American countries, including Mexico, during parties and birthdays.

Why not join in the fun of this game enjoyed by South American children in Kobe? There are various ways to make them. If you want to learn how to make one, how about getting instructions from a Mexican teacher? You can take home a small-sized “piñata” that you make yourself and enjoy it with your family.

Schedule:

1. Morning Session: 10:30-11:30 (Registration: 10:00-10:30)
2. Afternoon Session: 13:00-14:00 (Registration: 12:30-13:00)

Participation Fee: 300 yen (Children only, limited to 20 participants per session)

Please Note: We recommend wearing clothes that can get dirty and bringing a change of clothes or an apron.

In the home country, people enjoy the festival to the fullest with colorful face paint. However, here, you can participate in the festival by designing your own mask instead.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Last registration at 2:15 PM)

Participation Fee:

• Paper plates: Free (limited quantity available)
• Masks: 300 yen (limited to 100 pieces)

How about celebrating a thrilling Day of the Dead by drawing “Cute Skulls” on balloons for premature babies and toddlers? What do you think it feels like to draw and color on balloons? We look forward to seeing lots of adorable skull balloons floating around the venue.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Last registration at 2:15 PM)
Participation Fee: Free (Limited quantity available)

We often enjoy dressing up for Halloween, don’t we? Well, for the Day of the Dead, you can transform into a “skeleton” too! Let’s use paper to easily decorate and dress up.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Last registration at 2:15 PM)
Participation Fee: Free (Limited quantity available)

Let’s make dressing up even more fun with cute hair accessories in the bright orange of marigolds that envelop the venue.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Last registration at 2:15 PM)
Participation Fee: 300 yen (Limited to 100 pieces)

Calling all art enthusiasts! On the Day of the Dead, let’s express our feelings for our beloved family. Try drawing a beautiful “skull” from a photo of your departed ancestors.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Last registration at 2:15 PM)
Participation Fee: Free (Limited quantity available)

Choose your favorite coloring page at the registration desk and spend some colorful time using the provided colored pencils in the free craft corner.

Time: 10:00-10:30, 11:30-13:00 (During the Piñata Workshop, we’ll take a break)
Participation Fee: Free

If you have some free time, why not visit the Spanish language classroom and learn Spanish greetings and basic self-introductions? If there’s enough time, you can also get taught songs to sing during the piñata game and join in the fun together.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Note: The teacher may not always be available)
Participation Fee: Free

Let’s pick up a quiz book at the registration desk. Learn about “Day of the Dead” through the panel displays in the venue. Then, get a basic Spanish lesson at the Spanish language classroom. Complete the quiz book, and it will serve as your ticket (limited to the first 100 participants) to join the piñata game at the end.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Participation Fee: Free (Children only)

At the very end, let’s all have a blast with the piñata game. After lots of learning, crafting, playing, and collecting candies, it’s time to head back.

Time: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Registration for participation: 11:30 AM – 2:15 PM)
*Please register your completed quiz book at the registration desk. Limited to the first 100 participants.
Participation Fee: Free (Limited to 100 participants)
*Only those with a quiz book can participate, first come, first served.

In Mexico, the Day of the Dead is a special day for families and friends to commemorate and honor those who have passed away. Through this exhibition, let’s explore the origins, significance, and the beauty of the Day of the Dead celebration.

Let’s discover the wonders and charms of the captivating country, “Mexico.” It’s a place filled with beautiful landscapes, colorful culture, and delicious cuisine. Let’s immerse ourselves in the splendor of Mexico and its irresistible allure.