Beat the Heat with Handmade Fans! 'Uchiwa Workshop' to be Held Every Sunday in June at Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu
Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu in Kumagaya, Saitama, will host free 'Uchiwa (Hand Fan) Workshops' every Sunday in June 2026. This initiative aims to promote heatstroke prevention in Japan's hottest city and celebrate the local 'Kumagaya Uchiwa Festival.' Participants can experience the traditional 'Orizome' dyeing technique to create original fans.
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Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu (Kumagaya, Saitama), operated by Onsen Dojo Co., Ltd., will hold 'Uchiwa Workshops' every Sunday in June 2026.
In Kumagaya, where temperatures often exceed 30°C as early as May, heatstroke prevention is essential. Furthermore, the city hosts the 'Kumagaya Uchiwa Festival' from July 20th to 22nd, which is recognized as one of Saitama's three major festivals alongside the Chichibu Night Festival and Kawagoe Festival. By walking through the festival with a self-made fan, the facility hopes to turn the summer heat into a joyful memory for participants. The workshop welcomes families and individual adults alike.
### Workshop Details
Participants start with a plain white fan and apply the 'Orizome' technique, which involves folding washi paper and coloring it with dyes. After enjoying the vibrant spread of colors and finishing their original design, participants will add a Hareniwa original sticker to complete their fan. Staff will be available for support, ensuring that even children participating for the first time can join with ease.
* **Dates:** June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2026 (Every Sunday in June)
* **Time:** From 14:00
* **Capacity:** Up to 25 people per session
* **Location:** 2F 'Asobiba' Lounge, Hareniwa no Yu
* **Fee:** Free
* **How to Join:** No reservation required (walk-ins welcome during the session)
### About Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu
With the concept of 'a garden where body and mind clear up,' the facility offers extensive bath and sauna options, meals featuring fresh vegetables, and a lush green lounge where guests can relax barefoot.
Address: 939 Kubojima, Kumagaya, Saitama
Official Website: https://ofurocafe-hareniwanoyu.com/
In Kumagaya, where temperatures often exceed 30°C as early as May, heatstroke prevention is essential. Furthermore, the city hosts the 'Kumagaya Uchiwa Festival' from July 20th to 22nd, which is recognized as one of Saitama's three major festivals alongside the Chichibu Night Festival and Kawagoe Festival. By walking through the festival with a self-made fan, the facility hopes to turn the summer heat into a joyful memory for participants. The workshop welcomes families and individual adults alike.
### Workshop Details
Participants start with a plain white fan and apply the 'Orizome' technique, which involves folding washi paper and coloring it with dyes. After enjoying the vibrant spread of colors and finishing their original design, participants will add a Hareniwa original sticker to complete their fan. Staff will be available for support, ensuring that even children participating for the first time can join with ease.
* **Dates:** June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2026 (Every Sunday in June)
* **Time:** From 14:00
* **Capacity:** Up to 25 people per session
* **Location:** 2F 'Asobiba' Lounge, Hareniwa no Yu
* **Fee:** Free
* **How to Join:** No reservation required (walk-ins welcome during the session)
### About Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu
With the concept of 'a garden where body and mind clear up,' the facility offers extensive bath and sauna options, meals featuring fresh vegetables, and a lush green lounge where guests can relax barefoot.
Address: 939 Kubojima, Kumagaya, Saitama
Official Website: https://ofurocafe-hareniwanoyu.com/
FAQ
「うちわワークショップ」の開催日時と場所は？
2026年6月7日、14日、21日、28日の毎週日曜日、14:00からハレニワの湯 2階奥「アソビバ」で開催されます。
ワークショップの参加費用や予約は必要ですか？
参加費は無料です。事前予約は不要で、開催時間内であれば自由に参加可能です。
どのような内容のワークショップですか？
白無地のうちわに「折り染め」という技法で和紙を染め、オリジナルデザインのうちわを作ります。最後にハレニワオリジナルステッカーを貼り付けて完成です。
子供だけでも参加できますか？
スタッフがサポートするため、工作が初めてのお子様でも安心して参加いただけます。親子での参加も大歓迎です。
なぜ熊谷で「うちわ」のイベントを行うのですか？
熊谷は日本有数の暑さで知られ熱中症対策が必要なこと、また7月には埼玉県三大祭りの一つ「熊谷うちわ祭り」が開催される地域性にちなんでいます。