Do you want to learn how to think like a designer to create a better future? Join us in Tokyo for the Hack the Future Designathon, where we’ll use Design Thinking sprints to explore the challenges of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and tackle the issues that matter most to you!

This designathon brings together local participants in Tokyo, including innovators, creatives, designers, engineers, architects, and researchers, to explore complex challenges through 48 hours of ideation, prototyping, and pitching.

Before the workshop, participants will gain valuable insights through immersive experiences, including expert-led lectures and unique site visits across Tokyo’s dynamic landscape.

Date: 16 - 21 Jun 2025 (5 nights: Arrive in Tokyo on 16 Jun, Dismiss on 21 Jun)

Destination: Tokyo, Japan

Leading Teachers: Prof. Mike Wong & Prof. Annisa Lee

Programme fee: HK$1,000 (includes 5 nights of accommodation and workshop fees)

Deposit: HK$1,000 (Refundable with full attendance of pre-trip meetings, project completion and student sharing).

Introduction Session: 7 Apr 2025, 4:00-5:00pm in c!ab

Online Registration: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13702345

Registration Deadline: 13 Apr 2025, 11:59pm

Interview Date: 17 Apr 2025, 4:00-5:00pm via Zoom

Programme Content:

• Guest Lectures
• Site Visits
• Design Thinking Workshop
• Prototyping Session
• Group Presentation

Programme fee includes:

• 5 nights of Accommodation
• Workshop Fees

//Round-trip air tickets, meals and other expenses are to be arranged and paid by students. Both programme fee and deposit submitted will not be refunded if student withdraws from the programme AFTER submitting the fees//

Enquiries:

Ms. Elisha Yting (39439767/elishayting@cuhk.edu.hk)