Learn about pandas and bamboo at the workshop

The workshop started with an explanation of panda ecology by Adventure World's zookeepers. There was a corner where participants could actually touch the bamboo left by pandas, and they cheered when the keeper explained, "These are the marks where pandas have chewed.”

After understanding the relationship between pandas and bamboo, it was time to make bamboo rings. The participants could choose their favorite panda from the panda family for the leftover bamboo that would be used as material for the rings.

Akihiro Mashimo of Nagaoka Meichiku, the ring-making instructor, carefully told the participants, "The trick is not to twist. Gently hold the bamboo as you make use of its bendiness.” And a beautiful ring was completed. A child participant said, "It was difficult but interesting. I wonder if bamboo tastes so different." They seemed to be very satisfied with their work.