A special one-day insect workshop designed for children will take place on March 8, 2026, in Tokyo. The "Fabre Insect Classroom - Giant Stag Beetle Edition" offers hands-on learning about these fascinating beetles, led by experienced insect specialist Fabre-sensei.
Recommended Features
1. Giant Stag Beetles as Gifts
Each participant will receive their own giant stag beetle to take home. Known for their impressive large mandibles, giant stag beetles are actually gentle creatures, making them perfect for children attempting insect breeding for the first time.
2. Expert-Led Breeding Workshop
Fabre-sensei teaches children proper handling techniques and breeding tips during the classroom session. Participants receive a breeding manual to continue care at home independently. After the workshop ends, children can still ask questions to Fabre-sensei for ongoing support.
3. Creating Beetle Habitats
The program includes a "hideout-making" activity where children create comfortable living environments for their beetles. Participants venture to a nearby park with Fabre-sensei to collect fallen leaves. While gathering materials, the group also observes insects active during that season.
About Fabre-sensei
Since 2003, Fabre-sensei has conducted insect education programs sharing the wonder, mystery, and importance of life with families. More than 10,000 parents and children have participated in these programs over the years.
Fabre-sensei's philosophy centers on accompanying children through their curiosity, answering every "why" and "how" question. Daily interactions with children in natural settings help spark and develop their sense of wonder.
Program Details
- Program Type: Group tour with educational activities
- Date: March 8, 2026 (Sunday)
- Application deadline: March 3, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Eligible: Kindergarten seniors through 6th graders (boys and girls)
- Grade based on tour departure date
- Location: Venue near JR Mejiro or Ikebukuro Station, Tokyo
- Meals: One lunch included
- Transportation: Meet and dismiss at venue (no transportation provided)
- Price: ¥26,950 per child (kindergarten and elementary students)
- Includes: meal, activity fees, travel accident insurance
- Capacity: 20 participants (minimum 7 required)
- Staff: Tour conductor accompanies entire program (1 staff member per 5 to 8 students)
Schedule
9:30 AM - Meet at venue
- Giant stag beetle breeding workshop
- Local ecology investigation near venue
- Create hideouts for beetles to take home
- Insect quiz
- Insect examination
4:00 PM - Dismiss at venue
About STS (School Tour Ship)
STS is a specialized educational program offering experiential learning to support children's character development and emotional education. The program's mission is helping every child discover their "plus one" - whether music, sports, play, or any passion they can pursue wholeheartedly. These experiences teach skills beyond textbooks, helping children develop the ability to become fully engaged in what they love.
Applications for this tour are currently being accepted. Some tours reach waitlist status quickly, so early registration is recommended.
