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.
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Saitama Prefecture
Wakaba Festival | Japan University of NutritionSaitama Prefecture, Sat. 5/23–Sun. 5/24
The concept of the Wakaba Festival is a lineup of food-related events unique to a nutrition university. There’s a wealth of creative and delicious-looking content, so be sure to check it out! Live performances by guest artists have also been announced, so be sure to stop by!
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026 |
| place | 3-9-21, Chiyoda 3-chome, Sakado-shi, Saitama |
| Website | https://www.knu-wakasai.com/ |
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Kanagawa Prefecture
Student-Organized Screening | Japan Institute of the Moving ImageFri 5/15 – Sun 5/17, Kanagawa Prefecture
The late film director Shohei Imamura, a two-time Palme d’Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival, founded the Japan Institute of the Moving Image as a place dedicated to studying film, in response to the decline of traditional movie studios. Its school festival is also all about cinema, featuring numerous screenings of student-produced films.
| Schedule | Fri, May 15–Sun, May 17, 2026 |
| place | 2-1-1, 2-chome, Hakusan, Asao Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://fes.eiga.ac.jp/2026/index.php |
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Suzukake Science Day | Tokyo Science University (Science Tokyo) (Yokohama Campus)Kanagawa Prefecture, Sat 5/16–Sun 5/17
Tokyo Tech’s campus festival is held in parallel with the open campus. In an area showcasing technologies developed at Tokyo Tech, you can experience cutting-edge innovations firsthand through models, videos, and devices. In the hall, there are orchestral performances and lectures as well. The website’s design and ease of use are among the best in Japan, conveying a strong sense of technological prowess.
| Schedule | Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| place | 4259 Nagatsuta-cho, Midori Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.szc.titech.ac.jp/ssd/ |
Seiryo Festival | Yokohama National UniversityKanagawa Prefecture, Sat 5/16–Sun 5/17
At Yokohama National University, two campus festivals are held each year: the Seiryo Festival in spring and the Tokiwai Festival in autumn, with the latter being the more representative event, featuring over 130 participating groups. The expansive, beautiful campus, immersed each year in a world crafted around a set theme, is truly breathtaking.
| Schedule | Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| place | 79-1, Tokiwadai, Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.ynu.ac.jp/ |
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Totsuka Festival | Meiji Gakuin University (Yokohama Campus)Sat 5/23–Sun 5/24, Kanagawa Prefecture
At the school festival, you’ll find all the classics: flea markets, food stalls, stage performances, and bring-your-own projects! There’s also a stamp rally and more, so joining in might be a great way to enjoy it even more. And don’t forget the three core pillars of the concept: Environment, Welfare, and International. As part of its eco-friendly efforts, the event uses reusable repacks, making it a green and sustainable celebration!
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026 |
| place | 1518 Kamikurata-cho, Totsuka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.meijigakuin.ac.jp/campuslife/festa/ |
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Tanabata Festival | Keio University (Shonan Fujisawa Campus)Kanagawa Prefecture, Sat. 7/4 – Sun. 7/5
At Keio University’s Shonan Fujisawa Campus, the Tanabata Festival is held every year on the first Saturday of July. With a theme of “Tanabata × Summer Festival × Community Focus,” many attendees wear yukata. It’s said that many local residents also come to enjoy the event. The festival culminates with a fireworks display.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, July 4–5, 2026 |
| place | 5322 Endo, Fujisawa-shi, Kanagawa, Japan |
| Website | https://www.tanabata-fes.com/ |
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Tanabata Festival | Keio University (Shonan Fujisawa Campus)Kanagawa Prefecture, Sat. 7/4 – Sun. 7/5
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, July 4–5, 2026 |
| place | 5322 Endo, Fujisawa-shi, Kanagawa, Japan |
| Website | https://www.tanabata-fes.com/ |
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