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[For Seniors] Recreation Games Related to October Events

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October is when the heat finally eases and autumn truly sets in.

The weather is getting cooler, and there are probably more days that feel comfortable.

Autumn is full of exciting events like Halloween and sports festivals.

This time, we’ll introduce recreation ideas related to October’s events.

Since some seniors may find it difficult to go out, we’ve focused on activities that can be enjoyed indoors.

Please use these as a reference and have a wonderful time together!

[For Seniors] Recreation Games Related to October Events (91–100)

Sports day activity

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Sports day activity

Since it’s the season for sports, many facilities may be planning to hold sports days.

Even if you don’t go as far as a full sports day, how about incorporating popular athletic-event-style activities as recreation to get people moving? For example, have each team line up in a single file and pass a baton backward.

Once it reaches the last person, switch hands and pass it forward—like a baton relay.

Or sit in a circle with a box in the middle and toss balls into it.

Let’s enjoy the sports day atmosphere and get everyone excited!

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Sprint-style game showdown

Track-and-field-style race recreation for a sports day

Sprint-style game showdown

October means sports festivals, and sports festivals mean footraces! But since it’s tough for older adults to actually run, here’s a “footrace-style game” instead.

Prepare a long, flattened garbage bag and a water-filled plastic bottle as a weight.

The participant sits in a chair, and at the signal to start, uses their toes to pull in the plastic sheet that’s laid out under their feet.

There’s a plastic bottle placed at the front end, so be careful to reel it in without tipping it over.

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Maple leaf wall hanging

Origami maple and moonlit night wall hanging decoration

Maple leaf wall hanging

Speaking of autumn, maple leaves are beautiful and are a symbol of the season.

How about making a wall decoration that evokes an autumn night with the moon and maple leaves? Paste chiyogami or origami paper onto thick cardstock, then add a circle of origami paper to represent the moon.

Fold a rabbit and paste it onto the moon, and decorate the surroundings with lots of maple leaves.

If you fold the maple leaves in various colors, it will look colorful and lovely.

You can get everything at a 100-yen shop, so why not give it a try?

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Play the harmonica

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Play the harmonica

The harmonica, which evokes a nostalgic image, is very popular for its gentle tone.

Since you can produce sound with just a little breath, it’s also favored by older people.

If you choose songs with a slow rhythm that make it easy to regulate breathing, anyone can enjoy playing.

And if everyone is playing together, it’s reassuring to know the performance will still sound good even if players take turns resting when they get tired.

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Making lighting with washi (traditional Japanese paper)

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Making lighting with washi (traditional Japanese paper)

Let’s make lighting perfect for long autumn nights using washi paper! Brush glue onto an empty plastic container, then stick on small pieces of washi paper.

You can align them neatly and evenly or place them randomly; use your favorite colors or mix a variety for a colorful effect—your personality will shine through.

Once you’ve finished applying the washi, brush another layer of glue over the top.

After it dries, place a small battery-powered LED light inside the container.

You can also make one using upcycled materials like empty glass jars.

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