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Kanto Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Campus Festival Schedule Summary [2026]
There are many universities in the Kanto area, and during the campus festival seasons in spring and autumn, festivals are held every year with a wide variety of themes and concepts.
These events are packed with highlights, including programs featuring famous artists and comedians, as well as exhibitions and hands-on activities that showcase students’ unique ideas.
In this article, we will introduce the schedules of campus festivals held at universities across the Kanto region.
Check out the festivals that catch your eye, and if something interests you, be sure to visit in person and experience the appeal for yourself.
Tokyo Metropolis
Pre-Hachioji Festival | Kogakuin UniversitySaturday, May 16, Tokyo Metropolis
https://x.com/hachisai_kgu/status/2041078461281055141Every year we choose a theme and hold events based on it, with plenty of food stalls and more. Stage programs with strong parody elements are also highlights. After the Pre-Hachioji Festival, we host the “Walkathon,” a roughly 43 km trek from the Hachioji Campus to the Shinjuku Campus, where participants aim to reach the finish while passing through checkpoints.
| Schedule | Saturday, May 16, 2026 |
| place | 2665-1, Nakano-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.kogakuin.ac.jp/ |
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May Festival | The University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus)Sat 5/16 – Sun 5/17, Tokyo
https://x.com/gogatsusai/status/2035661524514357275The May Festival is held in May on the Hongo and Yayoi campuses of the University of Tokyo, the undisputed top university in Japan in both name and substance. As expected, it’s a large-scale event, reportedly drawing about 150,000 visitors every year. In addition to the uniquely academic programs you’d expect from UTokyo, there are plenty of events like live performances, making it enjoyable for a wide range of people.
| Schedule | Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| place | 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://visitor.gogatsusai.jp/ |
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Satsukitsuki Festival | Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (Koganei Campus)Sun, 5/24, Tokyo
https://x.com/tuat_tech_fes_/status/1984530852471013805| Schedule | Sunday, May 24, 2026 |
| place | 2-24-16 Nakamachi, Koganei-shi, Tokyo, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.tuat-tech-fes.com/ |
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Kamodai Festival | Taisho UniversitySat 6/6–Sun 6/7, Tokyo
https://www.instagram.com/p/DRoCOZpgWRy/The school festival at Taisho University in Nishisugamo, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, is called the “Oshidaisai.” “Oshidai” originally refers to Taisho University itself and was named with the hope that, as a hilltop in Sugamo, it would become a gathering place for local residents. True to its name, it’s a festival beloved by many in the community, bringing together countless smiles every year.
| Schedule | Sat, Jun 6–Sun, Jun 7, 2026 |
| place | 3-20-1, Nishi-Sugamo 3-chome, Toshima City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://ohdaisai.jp/ |
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KODAIRA Festival | Hitotsubashi University (Kunitachi Campus)Tokyo, June 13 (Sat) – 14 (Sun)
https://x.com/KODAIRAfes/status/2026944957194616881The KODAIRA Festival is a university event known for its quirky guest live shows, which are particularly intriguing. It reflects the university’s character with intellectually engaging content. There’s also a support program for prospective students, where you can get advice on entrance exams. And of course, there are plenty of student-run food and activity stalls!
| Schedule | Sat, Jun 13–Sun, Jun 14, 2026 |
| place | 2-1, Naka 2-chome, Kunitachi-shi, Tokyo |
| Website | https://kodairafes.com/ |
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Takao Festival | Takushoku University (Hachioji International Campus)Sat 6/20–Sun 6/21, Tokyo Metropolis
https://www.instagram.com/p/DWmCCAGkx39/| Schedule | Sat–Sun, June 20–21, 2026 |
| place | 815-1 Tatemachi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.takushoku-u.ac.jp/ |
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TAMA Festival | J. F. Oberlin University (Tama Campus)Sat, 8/8, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, August 8, 2026 |
| place | 2-31-1 Ochiai, Tama City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://tamafestival.com/ |
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