Calling all young artists and creative minds! Get ready for a week of imagination, culture, and character creation at the Summer Manga Camp.
This isn’t just an art camp; it’s a journey into Japanese culture with a special focus on bringing unique characters to life. Designed for beginner to intermediate art enthusiasts aged 9-12, our camp offers a fantastic opportunity for your child to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop a lifelong passion for drawing.
What’s in Store?
Our 5-day camp is packed with engaging workshops led by local artists and masters of Japanese arts. We believe that creating characters can help strengthen your child’s identity and develop transferable techniques. Beyond manga, campers will experience a vibrant array of Japanese cultural activities, including:
- Origami
- Kimono Dress Up & Dance
- Manju Making
- Kamishibai Storytelling
- Mini Sports Day
- Haiku
- Calligraphy
- Lantern Craft
- Fan Decorating
- Kumihimo Art
- Visiting the Nikkei Japanese Bookstore
Meet Your Instructor: Ally Adachi
We’re thrilled to have Ally Adachi, a talented Japanese Canadian illustrator from Vancouver, BC, lead our Manga Camp. Ally’s deep love for animation and storytelling shines through her work. Her thesis project for OCAD University’s 108th Graduate Exhibition (2023), “Camp,” explored the experiences of Japanese Canadians during the 1940s internment through compelling illustrations. You can learn more about Ally and her work at allyadachi.squarespace.com.
Camp Details
When: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, July 28- August 1, 2025
Where: Summer Manga Camp takes place at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre.
Who Can Join? This camp is designed for ages 9-12 and is limited to just 15 children to ensure a personalized and engaging experience for every camper.
Registration
Register online or call us at 604.777.7000. Ext 113.
We can’t wait to welcome your budding artists for a memorable week of creativity and cultural exploration!
