Summer Holiday Parent-Child Photography Class at Nagoya City Science Museum

The Nagoya City Science Museum, located at 2-17-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, will host the "Summer Holiday Parent-Child Photography Class" from August 22nd to 23rd, 2026. This event offers elementary school students and their guardians a valuable opportunity to experience the fundamental principles of photography.

Make a Pinhole Camera and Learn Black and White Photography

The main feature of this workshop is that participants will build their own pinhole cameras. You can experience the process of taking black and white photographs using your handmade camera. Furthermore, you will learn the entire process from developing to printing the photos you take, allowing for a practical understanding of how images are created. This event is ideal for summer holiday projects, fostering creativity as parents and children collaborate.

Event Details

• Dates: August 22 (Sat) - August 23 (Sun), 2026
• Times: Choose one session
  • Morning Session: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
• Venue: FUJI Nagoya Science Museum, Life Science Building 6F, Room 1 Laboratory, etc.
• Target Audience: Elementary school students and their guardians
• Capacity: 16 groups (32 people) per session
• Participation Fee: ¥1,000 per group (Guardians require separate admission fees)

How to Apply

Applications are accepted through the Nagoya City Electronic Application Service. Search for "Summer Holiday Parent-Child Photography Class" on their website and fill in the required information. The application deadline is July 31st, 2026 (Thursday). If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, a lottery will be held, so early application is recommended. Notification of selection results will be sent a few days after the deadline.

Access Information

• Venue: Nagoya City Science Museum (2-17-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi)
• Nearest Stations: JR Nagoya Station / Subway Sakae Station

Please check the official website of the Nagoya City Science Museum for detailed information and the latest updates. It is recommended to confirm details such as guardian admission fees and necessary items for the day on the official website.