Kansai Culture Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
Here’s an introduction to the cultural festivals and school festivals held by universities and junior colleges in the Kansai region (Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, and Wakayama).
Enjoy the once-a-year festivities to the fullest with flea markets, food stalls, creative and entertaining programs, live events, and more!
- Osaka Culture Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- Kyoto Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- Hyogo Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- November cultural festival calendar. University and junior college festival schedule summary [2026]
- Nara Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- Shiga Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule [2026]
- Wakayama Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- October Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- May cultural festival calendar. University and junior college campus festival schedule summary [2026]
- September culture festival calendar. University and junior college festival schedule summary [2026]
- December Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- July Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
- Kansai University Unified School Festival | Kansai University | Culture Festival / School Festival
Past events
All Saints Festival | Seisen UniversitySat, Nov 8 — Shiga Prefecture
Seisen University’s lineup is extensive, featuring not only live music and comedy events but also a Super Sentai hero show, making for a remarkably robust program. There are also projects that leverage what students study on a daily basis—such as a maternity experience by the Faculty of Nursing and a psychology exhibit by the Faculty of Human Studies—serving as venues for presenting their achievements.
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | 720, Hida-cho, Hida-cho, Hikone-shi, Shiga Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.seisen.ac.jp/ |
Kansai University of Health Sciences Festival | Kansai University of Health SciencesSat 11/8–Sun 11/9, Osaka Prefecture
At Kansai University of Health Sciences’ school festival, KANI-SAI, there are student band and dance performances, various food and game stalls, and a bingo tournament. There’s also a special live concert by a famous artist, so if you love music, be sure to stop by and check it out!
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 8–Sun, Nov 9, 2025 |
| place | 2-11-1 Wakaba, Kumatori-cho, Sennan-gun, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.kansai.ac.jp/ |
Kibō Festival | Hyogo University of Teacher EducationSat 11/8 – Sun 11/9, Hyogo Prefecture
The Kibosai Festival is a two-day cultural festival held by Hyogo University of Teacher Education in mid-November. It has been growing in scale year by year, and its content has become increasingly rich. Known for its star-studded guest lineup and unique programs, it is loved by visitors of all ages.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 8–Sun, Nov 9, 2025 |
| place | 942-1 Shimokume, Kato-shi, Hyogo |
| Website | http://www.hyogo-u.ac.jp/ |
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Isei Festival | Hyogo Medical University (Nishinomiya Campus)Sat 11/8 – Sun 11/9, Hyogo Prefecture
Held annually with the concept of a medical school–style festival under the keyword “Isei” (Medical Sage) introduced from the 10th edition, the event features unique highlights such as medical lectures and hands-on experiences with medical devices alongside comedy shows and various other activities.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 8–Sun, Nov 9, 2025 |
| place | 1-1, Mukogawa-cho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan |
| Website | http://www.hyo-med.ac.jp/ |
Keihosai | Osaka University of Economics and LawSat, Nov 8 — Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | 6-10, Rakionji, Yao-shi, Osaka-fu |
| Website | http://www.keiho-u.ac.jp/ |
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Ooruri Festival | Kyoto College of Medical ScienceSat, Nov 8 — Kyoto Prefecture
Organized by the Student Council, the Ōruri Festival actively fosters interaction with local residents and children, and offers a wide variety of activities for kids. With food stalls, stamp rallies, bingo games, and more, the festival is packed with events that people of all ages can enjoy.
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | 1-3 Imakita, Oyama Higashimachi, Sonobe-cho, Nantan-shi, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.kyoto-msc.jp/ |
Junbirei Festival | Shiga Junior CollegeSat, Nov 8 — Shiga Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | 1-18-1 Asahigaoka, Otsu-shi, Shiga-ken |
| Website | http://www.sumire.ac.jp/tandai |


