THE STUDY ROOM Announces Summer Events to Spark Curiosity for Both Adults and Children

Lumine Associates Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Seiji Fumino) announces that its science lifestyle store, THE STUDY ROOM, located in Espar Sendai and Ekiute Ueno, will host a series of workshops and events during the summer vacation period.

THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store

Sendai Store (3F, Espar Sendai Higashikan)

(1) Mineral Excavation Event "Treasure Hunter"

Search for real minerals hidden in sand within a 1-minute time limit and place them into a special container! All minerals collected by the end of the time limit can be taken home.

【Dates】July 18 (Sat) – 21 (Tue), 4 days

【Times】(1) 10:30–12:30 (2) 14:00–16:00

【Location】THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store

【Fee】¥500 (tax included)

【Capacity】20 participants per session

【Reservation】Not required. Please visit THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store during the event dates and times.

* Events may end early if capacity is reached.

(2) Workshop: "Create a One-of-a-Kind Diorama: Minerals and Stories"

A diorama-making workshop led by renowned artist Sayuri Shimazu (Toki no Sō), known for her popular mineral-embedded artworks using scientific glassware and antiques, themed around "a landscape that feels like it was seen in a morning dream."

Two versions are available depending on the date: summer and winter scenes.

Summer Scene… A vibrant green summer meadow. Choose minerals that complement the lively summer landscape and compose your own unique story inside a stylish glass case.

Winter Scene… A beautiful silver world with marble-like snow. Combine original ancient Greek columns with minerals to encapsulate a quiet, fantastical winter scene within a glass dome.

【Dates】August 1 (Sat) – 2 (Sun)

【Time】Please refer to the schedule for details on summer or winter versions

【Location】THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store

【Fee】¥15,000 (tax included)

【Capacity】6 participants per session

【Target Audience】Elementary school students and above. Children must be accompanied by a guardian.

【Exclusive Workshop Perks!】

Add minerals from the store on-site… The basic kit includes quartz. You may select and purchase additional favorite minerals from in-store items to incorporate into your creation.

Mineral talk by Sayuri Shimazu… Enjoy fascinating stories about minerals and the artistic world of the dioramas during the workshop.

Complimentary limited-edition booklet… Take home a special booklet featuring exclusive columns and recommendations for online material shops.

【Reservation】By reservation only. Registration opens July 10 (Fri) at 10:00 AM.

Reservations can be made in person at THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store or by phone: (022) 257-7275

(3) THE STUDY ROOM Flea Market: "Insects and Antique Goods Exhibition"

A pop-up shop event, continuing the popular "Antique Goods" series following "Stones and Antiques" and "Crabs and Antiques." This year, the highly acclaimed "Insects and Antiques" returns.

Featuring insect-related specimens and accessories selected by THE STUDY ROOM, along with various antiques and vintage goods not normally available in-store.

Additionally, insect specimen-making workshops will be held on weekends during the event period.

○ Pop-Up Shop

【Dates】August 5 (Wed) – 9 (Sun), 5 days

【Hours】In accordance with Espar 2’s business hours

【Location】Event space in front of Ships, Espar 2

【Featured Artists】*Images are for illustration only

Atelier No.4… Named with the concept of “enjoying as the fourth pleasure after food, clothing, and shelter.” Specializes in timeless antiques and vintage items.

Botanica del rame… Jewelry featuring insects created through electroforming (thick copper plating), including pendants, earrings, brooches, and more.

licoyas… Accessories crafted using advanced metalworking techniques, inspired by the mysterious and elegant forms of evolution. Features three series: crustaceans 'Krus (Kurusu)', echinoderms 'echi (Ehi)', and succulents 'succu (Sakyu)'. Most motifs are personally raised and observed by the artist.

Saitama Mushi Kōbō… Creates and sells insect specimens and accessories made from real insect wings, primarily at events in Tokyo. Also produces and sells jewelry using authentic butterfly and moth wings.

○ Workshop

Led by Mr. Tsuyoshi Sasaki, an expert in entomology and environmental surveys in the Tohoku region, who regularly conducts insect collection tours and specimen-making classes.

Two sessions: a "Regular Session" using insects provided by us, and a "Premium Session" using rare insects requested by participants.

【Dates】August 8 (Sat) – 9 (Sun)

【Time】Please refer to the schedule

【Capacity】8 participants per session

【Fee】(Both include tax)

Regular Session: ¥5,000, Premium Session: ¥12,000

【Reservation】By reservation only. Currently open for registration.

Reservations can be made in person at THE STUDY ROOM Sendai Store or by phone: (022) 257-7275

Ueno Store (3F, Ekiute Ueno, inside JR Ueno Station)

(1) Edible Insect Dissection Workshop "Mushimushi Chōkaibō!"

Following last year’s success, this event returns, using actual expired edible insects to observe, dissect, and learn about insect anatomy. A perfect activity for unique summer homework projects. The workshop will be led by Mr. Saeki from TAKEO Co., Ltd., a popular insect food manufacturer featured at THE STUDY ROOM. Each participant will receive a complimentary "Giant Water Bug Soda" as a gift!

【Dates】July 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun)

【Time】July 25 (Sat): 14:00–15:00

July 26 (Sun): 11:00–12:00, 14:00–15:00

【Fee】¥2,500 (tax included), includes one Giant Water Bug Soda

【Capacity】10 participants per session

*Note: Edible insects contain components similar to crustaceans like shrimp and crab. Please exercise caution if you have allergies.

THE STUDY ROOM: The Perfect Place for Summer Memories

THE STUDY ROOM is a store dedicated to sharing the joy and excitement of learning and discovery.

Featuring real fossils, naturally formed mineral specimens, charmingly stylized goods, authentic scientific tools, and educational books, the store stimulates curiosity in both adults and children. Knowledgeable staff who love rocks, insects, and animals are always ready to engage with your interests—feel free to say hello!

The Sendai store is located in a building directly connected to JR Sendai Station, and the Ueno store is inside JR Ueno Station.