May cultural festival calendar. University and junior college campus festival schedule summary [2026]

Name: Friendship Festival | Osaka Metropolitan University (Nakamozu Campus)
Start: 2026-05-23T00:00:00+09:00
End: 2026-05-24T23:59:59+09:00
Location: Osaka Metropolitan University (Nakamozu Campus)

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

May, when the first signs of early summer can be felt, is the perfect season to enjoy university festivals.

Under the blue sky, campuses are filled with food stalls, live stages, and unique student-led projects, creating a lively atmosphere.

Many university festivals are open to the general public, making it easy for non-students to join—that’s part of the appeal.

In this article, we’ve put together a clear summary of university festival schedules planned for May.

Check out the events that catch your eye and use them as a reference when planning your outings.

May

Wakaba Festival | Oita University of Nursing and Health SciencesOita Prefecture, Sat 5/16–Sun 5/17

The cultural festival of Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences, commonly known as the Wakaba Festival, is held over two days. Unique to a nursing university, the health checkups and the Miss Nurse Contest are must-see attractions. A guest comedy performance is also planned, so you can drop by casually and have a great time.

Schedule	Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Sunday, May 17, 2026
place	2944-9, Megusuno, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
Website	http://www.oita-nhs.ac.jp/
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Omiya Festival | Shibaura Institute of Technology (Omiya Campus)Sunday, 5/17, Saitama Prefecture

Although the Omiya Festival hosted by Shibaura Institute of Technology is held for only one day, it is a large-scale university festival that attracts many visitors every year. Numerous groups set up booths, and in past years there have been stage performances, events in classrooms, and raffles with luxurious prizes. If you’re in the area, please come and visit.

Schedule	Sunday, May 17, 2026
place	307, Oaza Fukasaku, Minuma Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
Website	http://www.shibaura-it.ac.jp/
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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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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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Etsusai | University of Fukui (Bunkyo Campus)Fukui Prefecture, Sat 5/23–Sun 5/24

Schedule	Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
place	3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture
Website	https://sites.google.com/view/koshinosai2026/%E3%83%9B%E3%83%BC%E3%83%A0
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Utage Festival | Daido UniversityMay 23 (Sat) – 24 (Sun), Aichi Prefecture

It’s En-sai, the university festival of Daido University in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. There are plenty of food stalls and various stage events. Among them, the live performance by professional artists at the closing night festival is free to watch, so be sure to drop by.

Schedule	Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
place	10-3 Takiharu-cho, Minami Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Website	http://www.daido-it.ac.jp/
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Friendship Festival | Osaka Metropolitan University (Nakamozu Campus)May 23 (Sat) – 24 (Sun), Osaka Prefecture

It looks like the annual dance festival will be held again this year! The Friendship Festival features plenty of events, including a Kids Island for children and an escape game—there’s so much fun to be had! There are so many activities that you probably won’t be able to experience everything in just one day, so we really hope you’ll join us!

Schedule	Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
place	1, Gakuencho, Naka Ward, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture
Website	https://www.omu.ac.jp/
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