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!
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- Geisai | Tokyo University of the Arts | Cultural Festival / School Festival
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- Art Festival | Tokyo College of Music | Cultural Festival / School Festival
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.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025 |
| place | 5-5-1, Kashiwacho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo |
| Website | http://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.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025 |
| place | 2-1723, Yarimizu, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan |
| Website | http://www.tamabi.ac.jp/index_j.htm |
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Yamasan Festival | Yamano College of Aesthetics (Junior College)Sat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 |
| place | Yarimizu, Hachioji City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.yamano.ac.jp/ |
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Owl Festival | Teikyo Heisei University (Ikebukuro Campus)Sat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 |
| place | 4-26-10 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.thu.ac.jp/campuslife/event/fukurou |
Koryo Festival | Takushoku University (Bunkyo Campus)Sat 11/1–Mon 11/3, Tokyo
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025 |
| place | 3-4-14 Kohinata, Bunkyo City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://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.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025 |
| place | 2-42-1 Asahigaoka, Nerima City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://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.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025 |
| place | 1-6-1 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.waseda.jp/ |
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