Shiga Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule [2026]
Here’s an introduction to the cultural and school festivals held by universities and junior colleges in Shiga Prefecture.
These events are full of the charm of picturesque towns, with lush rural landscapes and streets steeped in history.
From flea markets and food stalls to creative special programs and live performances, enjoy this once-a-year festival to the fullest!
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Past events
Koyo Celebration | Biwako Gakuin University Junior CollegeMon, 11/3, Shiga Prefecture
| Schedule | Monday, November 3, 2025 |
| place | Fuse-chō, Higashiōmi City, Shiga Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.newton.ac.jp/bgu/ |
Kofusai | The University of Shiga PrefectureSat 11/1 – Sun 11/2, Shiga Prefecture
The Lake Breeze Festival, commonly known as “kofoo,” is held every November at The University of Shiga Prefecture. It actively engages in eco-friendly initiatives such as the No-My-Car campaign and the My Chopsticks campaign, values connections with the local community, and is a campus festival that can be enjoyed by everyone from children to the elderly. Every June, the Lake Breeze Summer Festival is also held.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025 |
| place | 2500, Yasaka-cho, Hikone-shi, Shiga, Japan |
| Website | https://kofoomail.wixsite.com/kofoosaizikkoiinkai |
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Wakaayu Festival | Shiga University of Medical ScienceOct 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), Shiga Prefecture
The Wakayu Festival, the school festival of Shiga University of Medical Science, is held every year at the end of October. In addition to lectures by notable figures such as scholars and novelists, comedians also join as guest performers, making it a lively and content-rich event every year. If you live nearby, be sure to check it out!
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025 |
| place | Setatsukinowa-cho, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.shiga-med.ac.jp/wakaayu/ |
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Shiga University Festival | Shiga University (Hikone Campus)Oct 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), Shiga Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025 |
| place | 1-1-1 Baba, Hikone-shi, Shiga-ken |
| Website | https://www.shiga-u.ac.jp/ |
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Festival of Life | Nagahama Institute of Bio-Science and TechnologyOct 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), Shiga Prefecture
Meikousai is organized as an opportunity to express our gratitude to the local community and to convey our desire to build even better relationships going forward. On the outdoor special stage, there will be events featuring distinguished guest performers.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025 |
| place | 1266 Tamura-cho, Nagahama-shi, Shiga-ken |
| Website | http://www.nagahama-i-bio.ac.jp/ |
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Suiko Festival | Shiga Bunkyo Junior CollegeSat, Oct 25 – Shiga Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, October 25, 2025 |
| place | 335 Tamura-cho, Nagahama-shi, Shiga |
| Website | http://www.s-bunkyo.ac.jp/ |
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Ryukoku Festival | Ryukoku University (Seta Campus)Oct 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), Shiga Prefecture
This is the school festival at Ryukoku University’s Seta Campus in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. Every year, there are live performances by bands popular with younger generations and a Miss Campus contest. Sometimes there’s also a programming class for children. If you’re nearby, be sure to stop by!
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025 |
| place | 1-5 Yokotani, Seta Oe-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga |
| Website | http://www.ryukoku.ac.jp/seta.html |
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