Come and discover various martial arts through different demonstrations such as Kenjutsu, Iaido, Jujitsu, Wakizashi, Aikido, and many more! 🥋

During Japan Impact, several dojos, including ELAA, Iarumas, Dojo Waryu, Budoshin Aiki Ryu, and Wa Rei Ryū Dojo Jouen, will take turns performing demonstrations for the public to showcase their art and philosophy. You will be able to admire different techniques performed by experienced practitioners, while also supporting those who are still learning ⭐.

You will also have the opportunity to have fun by participating in introductory sessions and discovering these arts through practice!

The Japanese technique of Suminagashi is a decorative art that consists of creating ink marbling on paper. Highly contemplative, this artistic practice dates back to the Heian period (12th century) and thrives on movement and letting go.

During a long time a confidential art form, it is now accessible to all, with a contemplative, joyful and creative approach.

Come and discover this unique creative activity and its history with Bastien Conus (@babababathings) ✨

Discover the art of Japanese bookbinding and create your own notebook at Japan Impact 📖.

During this workshop, learn the traditional technique of “yotsume toji” (四つ目綴じ), or “four-hole binding”, also known as stab binding. Learn how to assemble the pages with care, while respecting a craftsmanship handed down for centuries.

At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with your own bound notebook, as well as the materials you’ll need to make more at home!

A huge thank you to our partners for organizing the cosplay contests, and to our sponsors for the superb prizes offered to our participants!

Once again this year, these essential Japan Impact contests would not have been possible without the exceptional work of Zhiboo (@zhiboo.ch), our official cosplay contest partners. Their passion and dedication contribute every year to making the cosplay scene shine and offering a memorable show to all our visitors. 💖

Our warmest thanks also go to our sponsors, who enthusiastically support these contests. Don’t hesitate to take a look at their Instagram: @berninaschweiz, @mamike.ch, @theleathercolony.ch, as well as on the La Maison Rouge website: lamaisonrougemercerie.com

Ready to get on stage and share your passion with the public and our jury? We can’t wait to see your incredible creations on February 15 and 16! 🌟

It all started in the Kitsune auditorium…

Who doesn’t know the famous audio saga Reflets d’Acide, with its breathless adventures and colorful heroes? 🧝🏽‍♀️🧙🏻‍♂️

JBX will be talking about the creation and development of this fascinating universe during two conferences! Learn more about the world of role-playing games, board games, comics and storytelling through JBX’s journey to create his cult serie 🤩

You can then meet him on the Bankai booth, where he’ll be delighted to show you his board game: “Reflets d’Acide” ✨

Dive into Japanese humor at Japan Impact with a manzai workshop!

Manzai is a traditional form of Japanese comedy featuring a duo: the Boke, who makes absurd remarks or offbeat actions, and the Tsukkomi, who puts him in his place with cutting lines.

In this interactive workshop (animated on Zoom), you’ll discover the basics of manzai while learning Japanese in a fun way thanks to practical exercises and improvised sketches.

After an introduction to the roles of boke and tsukkomi, you’ll form duos and choose a team name before creating a mini-sketch in three lines. The workshop ends with a presentation of the sketches in front of the other participants, for a fun and enriching moment combining humor and learning Japanese!

Dive into the world of Trading Card Games (TCGs) at Japan Impact, with several communities dedicated to these strategic games! Whether you’re a collector, an experienced player, or just curious to discover these universes, there’s something for everyone!

Will of Neptunia offers introductions to classic games such as Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon and Force of Will. You can also take advantage of their exchange area and small store to complete your collection!

TCG League Valaisanne will (re)introduce you to great games such as Magic the Gathering, Star Wars Unlimited, Shadowverse Evolve and Altered! Come and test your skills or learn the mechanics of these TCGs. You’ll also find a sales booth selling TCG products and goodies made by our members.

Last but not least, Post Tenebras Cards will be showcasing recent games for your enjoyment: One Piece and Disney Lorcana! Learn how to play with introductory sessions open to all, and with decks on loan on site, it’s easy to discover these games.

Immerse yourself in epic role-playing adventures at Japan Impact with JDR-Poly ! 🎲

Whether you’re a seasoned role-player or a curious novice, the JDR-Poly team invites you to discover or rediscover role-playing through a variety of scenarios.

With passionate game masters and a friendly atmosphere, let yourself be carried away on thrilling quests where imagination is the only limit. Come alone or with friends, sit around the table and let the story unfold before your eyes!

Ready to take up the challenge?

Learn Japanese at Japan Impact with Megumi Watanabe-sensei.

This year, Megumi offers three different learning workshops.

First, you’ll discover traditional Japanese games and toys. In Japan, each season brings its own set of games and toys used at festivals and cultural events. This course will enable you to explore these iconic games and toys while immersing yourself in the local culture and its playful traditions.

Another essential aspect of the Japanese language you’ll learn is self-presentation. Did you know that in Japanese, language varies according to personality, age, gender, region of origin and social level? In this course, you’ll learn how to present yourself like a real Japanese person, and even how to adapt your presentation if you’re disguised as a character!

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If you have a weakness for pastries, then this workshop by international pastry chef Emma Obadina is for you!

Find out how to make emblematic Japanese desserts such as Mochi, Daifuku, Dango and honey Anko yourself, as well as their benefits for the human body 🍡

What’s more, if you would like to try other pastries, you will have the opportunity to buy some directly from her stand! Mochi, dorayaki made à la minute, cookies, and many more!

And to top it all off, if you are thirsty for discovery, Emma Obadina’s talk about her culinary show, as well as the history of Japanese pastries, will give you an insight into another facet of Japan 🤗

Participation in the workshop is by registration only.