September culture festival calendar. University and junior college festival schedule summary [2026]

Inamine Festival | Hokkaido University of ScienceHokkaido, Sat. 9/26–Sun. 9/27

http://www.hus.ac.jp

Tofōsai, the Inamine Festival of Hokkaido University of Science, heralds the arrival of autumn at the Maeda Campus in Teine Ward, Sapporo. Now in its 59th year, the event is led by students in science, engineering, and healthcare fields, featuring research showcases, hands-on programs unique to each department, and stage performances. Highlights also include the community-rooted YOSAKOI Soran and an outdoor stage, making for two days where student energy meets the buzz of the city. The festival will be held on September 26 and 27, 2026.

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Tokiwai Festival | Jissen Women’s University (Shibuya Campus)Sat 9/26–Sun 9/27, Tokyo

The student-led school festival “Tokiwai Festival” will be held again this year at Jissen Women’s University Shibuya Campus, a place of learning rooted in the streets of Shibuya. Marking its 13th edition in 2026, the festival will take place over two days on September 26 and 27, transforming the urban campus into an autumn weekend stage. Student-planned performances and food stalls will line the venue, creating a moment where Shibuya’s unique city vibe meets learning. Details on the theme, programs, and guest information will be announced on the official website and social media as they are decided.

20250928 Jōban Festival Stage Project Pealyz ~ REBEL HEART / IVE (12th Jissen Women’s University & Jissen Women’s Junior College Shibuya Campus Tokiwai Festival 2025 / 1st Floor Stage)

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Tokiwai Festival | Jissen Women’s University Junior College Division (Shibuya Campus)Sat 9/26–Sun 9/27, Tokyo

Jissen Women’s University Junior College students, who learn from the city of Shibuya, will co-host the campus festival “Tokiwai-sai” together with Jissen Women’s University. Marking its 13th edition in 2026, the two-day event will take place on September 26 and 27, transforming the Shibuya Campus into a student-driven autumn weekend. Stages and food stalls planned by junior college and university students will line the venue, where the spirit of Shibuya and academic learning intersect. Details on the theme, programs, and guest information will be announced periodically on the official website and social media.

20250928 Jōban Festival Stage Project Pealyz ~ REBEL HEART / IVE (12th Jissen Women’s University & Jissen Women’s Junior College Shibuya Campus Tokiwai Festival 2025 / 1st Floor Stage)

Ryudai Festival | University of the RyukyusOkinawa Prefecture, Sat 9/26–Sun 9/27

http://www.u-ryukyu.ac.jp

The University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa’s only national comprehensive university, has long supported learning in the region. Its student-led campus festival, “Ryudai Festival,” marks a major milestone with its 75th edition. Over two days that showcase the depth of student culture passed down through the years, student-organized stage performances and food stalls come together, creating an atmosphere full of excitement. This year’s theme, detailed programs, and guest information will be announced on the official website and social media as they are decided. The event will be held on September 26–27, 2026.

University of the Ryukyus Festival 2025 Final Stage + Kachashi

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