Find Your Passion in a Day: A Kids-Centered Work Experience Event | [Kodomo EXPO in WHATAWON] Held on Sunday, April 5

At WHATAWON, a stay-and-play entertainment mall in Kishiwada, Osaka, a hands-on event for children, **"Kodomo EXPO in WHATAWON," will be held on Sunday, April 5, 2026.** ## A "Future-Connecting Experience" Through Play At this event, children will spend the day not as "customers" but as **the "workers."** Because it's an experience they can't usually have, - They might feel a little nervous - They might gain a little confidence - And in the end, it turns into "That was fun!" Such moments of growth are born. ## [First-Time Introduction] The "whatawon" system, where you work and earn a salary, begins! At this Kodomo EXPO, we are introducing a **"salary system" for the first time.** By participating in a work experience, children can **receive "100 whatawon" as compensation.** **■ What is the whatawon system?** "Work → Earn → Spend → Save" It is a system that allows children to experience this entire flow, **learning the real-world "mechanics of money."** **【 Flow of Experience 】** ① Participate in a work experience ↓ ② GET 100 whatawon ↓ ③ Usable for experiences within WHATAWON ↓ ④ Save in a passbook to use on your next visit This new system is not just an experience; it's a way to learn about **"social experience," "financial sense," and a "sense of accomplishment."** *Depending on the experience, some programs may not accept whatawon. Please check the details and availability for each experience at the venue on the day of the event or in the advance guide. ## Experience Realistic, "Real-World" Jobs This event is not just about fun. Children can experience real work in an environment close to an actual workplace. This is a day we want children who say, "I don't know what my dream for the future is yet," to experience. 【Cafe Hall Experience (ANTIQUA TREE CAFE)】Experience customer service and hospitality. You can feel the joy of working. 【Apparel Staff Experience (WBOX)】Experience customer service and coordination. Take on the challenge of a shop staff's job. 【SNS Creator Experience】Share the charm of WHATAWON in your own words. You can learn the "power of communication." 【Festival Stall Manager for a Day Experience】Stand in the shop, experience customer service and sales. You can touch upon the "fun of selling." ## Plenty of Experiences to Discover Your "Likes" in a Day, Starting from 500 Yen! In addition to work experiences, we have prepared many other contents to broaden children's interests. - A child who couldn't speak in front of people was able to serve customers - A child found something they could be passionate about - A child said on their own, "I want to do it again!" It will be a day that brings about the child's own growth and new discoveries for the parents. 【Flower Drink Making / 500 Yen】Visually gorgeous. A popular experience for parents and children to enjoy together. 【Kids Dance Experience / 1,200 Yen: Free WS available】Beginners are welcome. You can have fun by moving your body. 【Nailist Experience / 2,000 Yen *1,500 Yen with Instagram follow】Nurture concentration and creativity while choosing colors and designs. 【Robot Programming Experience / 500 Yen】A hot topic experience where you can learn while playing. ## Actually, the "Place" Itself is Also an Attraction You Can Enjoy All Day WHATAWON is a **stay-and-play entertainment mall** where you can enjoy shopping, gourmet food, hot springs, and accommodation. Furthermore, since the facility is **pet-friendly**, the whole family can spend a leisurely day together. It's a location where you can combine an "event + an outing" all at once. ## Popular Experiences Fill Up Fast. Book Early. Each experience has a **limited capacity**. Also, **overlapping time reservations for work experiences are not allowed.** Registration will close as soon as capacity is reached. **Popular slots fill up quickly,** so if you wish to participate, please make your reservation early. **▼ Application Form** https://form.run/@kodomoexpo0405 ## Event Overview ■ Kodomo EXPO in WHATAWON ■ **Date:** Sunday, April 5, 2026 **Time:** 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM **Reception:** Special Kodomo EXPO booth inside WHATAWON A "day that connects to the future" for parents and children. Learn while playing. Grow while having fun. That one step will connect to the children's future. We invite you and your family to take part in this opportunity.