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Hokkaido Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]

Here’s an introduction to the cultural festivals held by universities and junior colleges in Hokkaido.

From Hokkaido University’s “Hokudai Festival” to Asahikawa Medical University’s “Idai Festival,” these events are full of unique charm.

Enjoy the once-a-year festivities to the fullest with flea markets, food stalls, creatively planned activities, live events, and more!

Past events

Musashi Festival | Hokkaido Musashi Women's Junior CollegeOct 11 (Sat) – 12 (Sun), Hokkaido

ScheduleSat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
placeKita 13-chome, Kitanijuyojo Nishi, Kita-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.musashi-jc.ac.jp/
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Chikudaifest | Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary MedicineOct 11 (Sat) – 12 (Sun), Hokkaido

The Chikudai Festival is held every autumn at Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine in Obihiro, Hokkaido. With a history of over 50 years, it features many attractions unique to an agricultural and veterinary university under the theme of “Supporting food and safeguarding daily life,” and also offers hands-on, participatory events that visitors can enjoy.

ScheduleSat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
placeInada-cho, Nishi 2-sen 11, Obihiro-shi, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.obihiro.ac.jp/
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Toyosai Festival | Fuji Women’s University (Kita 16-jo Campus)Sat, Oct 11 — Hokkaido

The Fujiyosai festival at Fuji Women’s University is held in the fall. It features a wide variety of booths and food stalls unique to a women’s university. Celebrity talk events are a highlight every year. The flea market and food stalls are open for local community members as well, not just students.

ScheduleSaturday, October 11, 2025
placeKita 16-jo Nishi 2-chome, Kita Ward, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.fujijoshi.ac.jp/
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Kuageisai | Sapporo City UniversitySun, Sep 21 — Hokkaido

Sapporo City University is a public university headquartered in 1-chome, Geijutsu-no-Mori, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido. It was established in 2006. The university has two campuses—Geijutsu-no-Mori Campus and Soen Campus—and comprises two faculties: the Faculty of Design and the Faculty of Nursing. The school festival is called the Sougeisai.

ScheduleSunday, September 21, 2025
place1 Chome, Geijutsunomori, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.scu.ac.jp/
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Hokusho Festival | Hokusho UniversitySat, Sep 20 — Hokkaido

The Hokushō Festival is a school festival held by Hokushō University every year in late September. It’s known for its wide variety of booths and events, and is reputed to be beloved by the local community.

ScheduleSaturday, September 20, 2025
place23, Bunkyodai, Ebetsu-shi, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.hokusho-u.ac.jp/

Hokushō Festival | Hokushō University Junior College DivisionSat, Sep 20 — Hokkaido

ScheduleSaturday, September 20, 2025
place23, Bunkyodai, Ebetsu-shi, Hokkaido
Websitehttp://www.hokusho-u.ac.jp/

Inamine Festival | Hokkaido University of ScienceHokkaido, Sat 9/20–Sun 9/21

The Inamine Festival is a cultural festival held by Hokkaido University of Science in late September and early October. It’s beloved by locals for its popular food stalls and well-known guest appearances each year.

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, September 20–21, 2025
place4-1, 15-chome, Maeda 7-jo, Teine-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido, Japan
Websitehttp://www.hus.ac.jp/
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