GW Special Workshop 'Clay Moves! Stop-Motion Animation Experience' to be Held on May 5th
SKIP City Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza will host a special workshop, 'Clay Moves! Stop-Motion Animation Experience,' on May 5, 2026, to commemorate the 'What is Stop-Motion? The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation' exhibition starting May 2. Clay animation artist Yuichi Ito will instruct participants on creating animations using clay modeling and iPads. The workshop is free, open to ages 4 and up, with a capacity of 24 participants per session. Applications open on April 25 via the website.
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SKIP City Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza (Kawaguchi City) will hold a special workshop on May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday) for Children's Day, featuring clay animation artist Yuichi Ito as instructor. This event commemorates the 'What is Stop-Motion? The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation' exhibition, which begins on May 2, 2026 (Saturday). The workshop is an experiential program offering a 'highly dense 60 minutes' where children can bring their imagination to life through clay modeling and iPad-based filming.
Instructor Profile:
Yuichi Ito, born in 1962, is an animation director. After working at VFX and CG studios, he established I.TOON Ltd. in 1998, where he serves as its head. His representative works include 'Nyacky!', 'HARBORTALE', 'Kyukyutto' commercials, 'Pon de Lion' commercials, and producing 'CLAYTOWN'. He is a director of ASIFA-JAPAN and an auditor of the Japan Animation Association.
Key Highlights:
Direct instruction by a world-renowned animator: Yuichi Ito, known as the creator of NHK E-tele's 'Nyacky!' and supervisor of this exhibition, will provide lectures.
Animation production using the latest devices: Participants will learn the basics of animation production in a fun way, combining traditional clay modeling with iPads.
Linkage with the exhibition: By creating their own clay animation before visiting the exhibition, participants can gain a deeper understanding of the techniques and secrets on display.
Event Overview:
Event Name: Exhibition Commemorative Special Workshop 'Clay Moves! Stop-Motion Animation Experience'
Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday)
Time: 11:00~ / 13:00~ / 15:00~ (60 minutes per session, total 3 sessions)
Venue: SKIP City Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza Guidance Room
Instructor: Yuichi Ito (Animation Director / Exhibition Supervisor)
Target Audience: Ages 4 and up
Capacity: 24 participants per session (1 to 4 people per group can apply)
Fee: Free
Application: Apply via website (https://x.gd/52wVo6) *Applications open from April 25 (Saturday)
Inquiries: 048-265-2500 (Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza / Weekdays 9:30-17:30)
Website: https://www.skipcity.jp/
Children's Day Free Admission for Elementary and Junior High School Students:
On Children's Day, elementary and junior high school students can enter the Visual Museum's permanent exhibition and the 'What is Stop-Motion? The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation' exhibition for free.
Date: May 5 (Tuesday, holiday) 9:30-17:00 (Last admission at 16:30)
Venue: Visual Museum
Instructor Profile:
Yuichi Ito, born in 1962, is an animation director. After working at VFX and CG studios, he established I.TOON Ltd. in 1998, where he serves as its head. His representative works include 'Nyacky!', 'HARBORTALE', 'Kyukyutto' commercials, 'Pon de Lion' commercials, and producing 'CLAYTOWN'. He is a director of ASIFA-JAPAN and an auditor of the Japan Animation Association.
Key Highlights:
Direct instruction by a world-renowned animator: Yuichi Ito, known as the creator of NHK E-tele's 'Nyacky!' and supervisor of this exhibition, will provide lectures.
Animation production using the latest devices: Participants will learn the basics of animation production in a fun way, combining traditional clay modeling with iPads.
Linkage with the exhibition: By creating their own clay animation before visiting the exhibition, participants can gain a deeper understanding of the techniques and secrets on display.
Event Overview:
Event Name: Exhibition Commemorative Special Workshop 'Clay Moves! Stop-Motion Animation Experience'
Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday)
Time: 11:00~ / 13:00~ / 15:00~ (60 minutes per session, total 3 sessions)
Venue: SKIP City Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza Guidance Room
Instructor: Yuichi Ito (Animation Director / Exhibition Supervisor)
Target Audience: Ages 4 and up
Capacity: 24 participants per session (1 to 4 people per group can apply)
Fee: Free
Application: Apply via website (https://x.gd/52wVo6) *Applications open from April 25 (Saturday)
Inquiries: 048-265-2500 (Sai-no-Kuni Visual Plaza / Weekdays 9:30-17:30)
Website: https://www.skipcity.jp/
Children's Day Free Admission for Elementary and Junior High School Students:
On Children's Day, elementary and junior high school students can enter the Visual Museum's permanent exhibition and the 'What is Stop-Motion? The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation' exhibition for free.
Date: May 5 (Tuesday, holiday) 9:30-17:00 (Last admission at 16:30)
Venue: Visual Museum
FAQ
When will the GW Special Workshop 'Clay Moves! Stop-Motion Animation Experience' be held?
It will be held on May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday). Sessions are at 11:00, 13:00, and 15:00, each lasting 60 minutes.
What is the participation fee for the workshop?
Participation is free of charge.
Who is the instructor for the workshop?
Clay animation artist and animation director Yuichi Ito will be the instructor.