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Tokyo Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule [2026]

Drawn in by the savory aromas of the food stalls and finding yourself captivated by the stage performances, the campus is filled with a special festival energy that excites not only students but everyone who visits.

One of the unique joys of school festivals is getting to enjoy the distinctive events and decorations that reflect each university’s character.

In this article, we’ll introduce the festival schedules at universities in Tokyo.

If any festival catches your eye, be sure to go check it out in person!

Past events

Art Festival | Kunitachi College of MusicSat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo

Kunitachi College of Music is located in Tachikawa, Tokyo, and its university festival is held under the name “Art Festival.” As you’d expect from a music college, the main attractions are the brass band and orchestra performances. The festival is also lively with food stalls and a flea market.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
place5-5-1, Kashiwacho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo
Websitehttp://www.kunitachi.ac.jp/
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Art Festival | Tama Art University (Hachioji Campus)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo

This art school traces its origins to the Tama Imperial School of Fine Arts, founded in 1935, and has developed since then. It is operated under the educational philosophy of “Freedom and Will.” The art festival held in the autumn is also organized through the voluntary creativity and cooperation of all students.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
place2-1723, Yarimizu, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan
Websitehttp://www.tamabi.ac.jp/index_j.htm
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Yamasan Festival | Yamano College of Aesthetics (Junior College)Sat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis

ScheduleSaturday, November 1, 2025
placeYarimizu, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Websitehttp://www.yamano.ac.jp/
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Owl Festival | Teikyo Heisei University (Ikebukuro Campus)Sat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis

ScheduleSaturday, November 1, 2025
place4-26-10 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo
Websitehttps://www.thu.ac.jp/campuslife/event/fukurou

Koryo Festival | Takushoku University (Bunkyo Campus)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
place3-4-14 Kohinata, Bunkyo City, Tokyo
Websitehttps://daigakusaitakushoku.wixsite.com/toppage
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Nichigei Festival | Nihon University (College of Art)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo

With the educational goal of “maintaining a global perspective and contributing to the development of education and human society,” Nihon University is a massive institution—the largest in Japan—with multiple campuses. The College of Art’s school festival, called the Nichigei Festival, is held at the Ekoda Campus. Its lineup—live music, live painting, talk shows, and more—features the stylish, art-centric curation characteristic of the College of Art.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
place2-42-1 Asahigaoka, Nerima City, Tokyo
Websitehttps://nichigeisai.com/
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Waseda Festival | Waseda University (Waseda Campus)Sat 11/1–Sun 11/2, Tokyo Metropolis

Waseda Festival, held at Waseda University in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is a grand event every autumn. We are accepting submissions for the festival’s theme song from both professionals and amateurs. Festival merchandise is also on sale, making it a major university-wide event.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025
place1-6-1 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, Tokyo
Websitehttp://www.waseda.jp/
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