Festival Overview

【Date & Time】Sunday, October 13, 2024
【Place】Heian Jingu Shrine and Okazaki Promenade Area
【Summary】A festival organized by Kyoto students (food, music, dance, sports, art)

What is Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa?

Organized by students from Kyoto’s universities, the Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa has been an annual October event since 2003, drawing over 100,000 visitors to Heian Shrine and the Okazaki Promenade. With Kyoto’s reputation as a ‘college town,’ boasting over 30 universities, the festival’s production is driven by student unity. This year, the festival will be held for the 22nd time, and with the cooperation of the local community, businesses, schools, and the Kyoto City government, its student planners will strive to put on a great show for people of all ages and attract over 100,000 guests with food, music, dance, sports, and arts. All guests are welcome to come and experience the diversity and creativity that the ‘college town’ of Kyoto can bring!

With the slogan of ‘Bridge the Past, Build the Future,’ the 22nd Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa aims to honor traditions while fostering connections for a lasting legacy. With commitment from local partners, businesses, government, and universities, we strive to ensure the festival’s enduring appeal. The Kyoto Students’ Festival endeavors to become one of Kyoto’s ‘four great festivals,’ alongside Kyoto’s other renowned cultural events.

Photos of last year’s Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa