The Role of the Workshop •A place to create things experimentally Engineers and designers working toward the same objective can gather here to discuss their techniques or ideas, and make actual prototypes. The workshop (studio) functions as a hands-on place to share processes leading to technology development. A new type of community can easily emerge. •Workshop experiential program With the cooperation of many top-notch engineers who have developed exceptional technologies or techniques, various programs are carried out to heighten people’s interest in technology and to train people in production techniques. Outline of the Workshop •Major types of machinery available Three types of production-related equipment are available for use in the workshop -- metalworking machinery, woodworking machinery, and various types of welding tools. These are accompanied by a 3D scanner and modeling machine for each area to assist in producing mockups and for use in the design process. By using these equipment, a wide variety of products can be designed, reviewed, and made, from robots and solar cars to furniture. •A place to observe manufacturing The glass wall of the workshop allows outsiders to observe the equipment inside in actual use.