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Tochigi 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 Tochigi.

Events like Teikyo University’s “Teisai” and Utsunomiya University’s “Minegaoka Festival” are full of unique charm.

From flea markets and food stalls to creatively designed activities and live performances, let’s enjoy these once-a-year festivals to the fullest!

Past events

Sumire Festival | Utsunomiya Kyowa University (City Campus)Sun, 10/26, Tochigi Prefecture

The “Sumire Festival” is the school festival held at Utsunomiya Kyowa University’s Utsunomiya City Campus. In addition to classic events like food stalls, a cross-dressing contest, and a bingo tournament, there are also university-style programs such as seminar presentations and a speech contest.

ScheduleSunday, October 26, 2025
place1-3-18 Odori, Utsunomiya-shi, Tochigi-ken
Websitehttp://www.kyowa-u.ac.jp/
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Hokuto Festival | Utsunomiya Bunsei University of ArtOct 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), Tochigi Prefecture

Hokuto Festival hosts a variety of events, including food stalls, student exhibitions, and a culinary festival by students from Bunsei Junior College’s Food Field. A college guidance session is also held at the same time, featuring exhibitions of current students’ works, critiques of works brought in by visitors, campus tours, consultations on further education and admissions, and distribution of informational materials.

ScheduleSat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025
place4-8-15 Kamitomatsuri 4-chome, Utsunomiya-shi, Tochigi-ken
Websitehttp://www.bunsei.ac.jp/
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Mikamo Festival | Sano Nihon University Junior CollegeSun, Oct 19 – Tochigi Prefecture

ScheduleSunday, October 19, 2025
placeTakahagi-machi, Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture
Websitehttp://sanotan.jp/

Watarase Festival | Ashikaga UniversityOct 12 (Sun) – 13 (Mon), Tochigi Prefecture

Named with the concept of passing culture on to the next generation, the event is called the Watarase Festival. A variety of activities are held. If you’re in the area, please stop by—you might discover something new or have a delightful encounter.

ScheduleSunday–Monday, October 12–13, 2025
place268-1 Omae-cho, Omae-cho, Ashikaga-shi, Tochigi-ken
Websitehttp://www.ashitech.ac.jp/
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Dokuisaï | Dokkyo Medical UniversityOct 11 (Sat) – 13 (Mon), Tochigi Prefecture

Doku-i Festival is held on the campus of Dokkyo Medical University in Shimo-tsuga District, Tochigi Prefecture. Even while studying the challenging field of medicine, the festival is known for hosting many high-profile comedy guests and has a strong reputation. You can enjoy top-notch, up-to-the-minute comedy performances.

ScheduleSat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025
placeSukegaya, Mibu-machi, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture
Websitehttps://www.dokkyomed.ac.jp/dmu/dokuisai/#gsc.tab=0
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Yakushi Festival | Jichi Medical UniversityOct 10 (Fri) – 12 (Sun), Tochigi Prefecture

Yakushi Festival is a cultural festival held by Jichi Medical University in early October. Every year, it draws attention for its star-studded guests and a rich lineup of events, and it’s loved by the local community. Even among medical universities, it has a top-tier program and reputation. Lectures and other events are also held, sharing content for people of all ages.

ScheduleFri, Oct 10–Sun, Oct 12, 2025
place3311-1 Yakushiji, Shimotsuke-shi, Tochigi-ken
Websitehttps://www.jichi.ac.jp/kusushi/
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Sakushin Festival | Sakushin Gakuin UniversityFri 9/5 – Sat 9/6, Tochigi Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Sep 5, 2025 – Sat, Sep 6, 2025
placeTakeshita-machi, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
Websitehttp://www.sakushin-u.ac.jp/
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