Here’s an introduction to the cultural festivals and school festivals held by universities and junior colleges in the Kanto region (Tokyo, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa).
Let’s make the most of this once-a-year celebration with flea markets, food stalls, creative and entertaining events, live performances, and more!
Aitade Festival | Bunkyo University (Koshigaya Campus)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Saitama Prefecture
This is a university festival held at the Bunkyo University Koshigaya Campus. “Aitade” refers to a plant in the knotweed family, and the name is said to come from the fact that the area around the university used to be a natural habitat for it. Each year, students run food stalls, give stage performances, and present their activities through their respective groups. It also plays a major role as a venue for interaction between students and local residents.
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Nichigei Festival | Nihon University (College of Art)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo
With the educational goal of “maintaining a global perspective and contributing to the development of education and human society,” Nihon University is a massive institution—the largest in Japan—with multiple campuses. The College of Art’s school festival, called the Nichigei Festival, is held at the Ekoda Campus. Its lineup—live music, live painting, talk shows, and more—features the stylish, art-centric curation characteristic of the College of Art.
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Waseda Festival | Waseda University (Waseda Campus)Sat 11/1–Sun 11/2, Tokyo Metropolis
Waseda Festival, held at Waseda University in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is a grand event every autumn. We are accepting submissions for the festival’s theme song from both professionals and amateurs. Festival merchandise is also on sale, making it a major university-wide event.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025 |
| place | 1-6-1 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.waseda.jp/ |
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Shirokane Festival | Meiji Gakuin University (Shirokane Campus)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo
At Meiji Gakuin University’s Shirokane campus in Tokyo, the Faculties of Letters, Economics, Sociology, Law, and the 3rd- and 4th-year students of the Faculty of Psychology are based. The campus festival is an all-day event you can enjoy, featuring various programs such as artist live performances and the Miss & Mister contest.
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