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APU’s annual school festival is back again this year! On this special day, our campus—where students from over 100 countries and regions gather—opens its doors to the local community. This year marks the 25th anniversary of APU’s founding, and we will also host special commemorative events.
The Tenku Festival is full of attractions for everyone, from children to adults: international food stalls, stage performances, workshops, and more. With APU’s multicultural and multinational atmosphere, you’ll feel as if you are traveling the world right here in Beppu.
This year’s theme is “Palette.”
At APU, students with diverse backgrounds learn together every day. The theme “Palette” expresses our wish for each individual—students and visitors alike—to add their own unique colors and talents to the festival. By blending these different colors, we hope to create entirely new shades never seen before. Let’s celebrate together by coloring the Tenku Festival with our own hues!
| Dates & Times: |
Saturday, October 25, 11:00–17:00 Night Festival: 17:00–19:00 |
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| Sunday, October 26, 11:00–16:00 | |
| Venue: | Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Campus |
| Admission: | Free, open to everyone (no registration required) |
| Access: | Free parking available; buses from Beppu Station (Oita Kotsu, Kamenoi Bus) |
Please note: After 17:00 on October 25, only the Night Festival stage events will take place. Performance and exhibition times vary by program; details will be posted on the Tenku Festival Instagram and APU website by late October.
Back by popular demand, the Lantern Festival returns—this time bigger than ever, with 150 colorful lanterns lighting up the night sky! Celebrating APU’s 25-year journey while looking ahead to the future, the glowing lanterns will connect past, present, and future in a magical scene.
Twenty-five works have been selected for display from among photos submitted by current students, faculty, alumni, and community members worldwide. A commemorative quiz rally around Building J will also be held—complete the quiz and try your luck at the prize draw!
Join former Japan Rugby captain Toshiaki Hirose and the entire festival audience in singing “We Are the World.” This powerful chorus will bring people together across generations and nationalities, sending a heartfelt message of peace to the world.
Celebrate APU’s 25th anniversary with colorful balloon art installations on campus! Perfect for photos and unforgettable memories.
Experience APU’s signature multicultural event as student groups representing countries and regions around the world showcase their cultures in a lively parade.
Hands-on programs with local and partner organizations, including airline uniform and scarf-tying experiences, craft workshops, a Toei Uzumasa film studio photo booth, local high school booths, and the Language Festa (Oct. 25 only).
APU welcomes a rideable mini train for the first time! Kids can also enjoy railway uniform dress-up.
Directed by Kentaro Hagiwara (Tokyo Ghoul, Blue Period), this 30-minute youth love story was filmed at APU and captures the spirit of diversity and inclusion. Starring Daigo Natsuo (from Kusu, Oita).
Enjoy a sauna experience with breathtaking views of Beppu Bay—refresh your body and mind in a one-of-a-kind setting. (Fee required)
Over 20 stalls offering a wide variety of foods including abura soba, Korean yangnyeom chicken, yakisoba, churros, and more.
Featuring art makeup sessions, intercultural workshops, Thai goods, Japanese crafts, and more.
Stay Updated
For the latest information and updates regarding weather-related changes, please check:
Official Tenku Festival Instagram: @tenkufes_apu
Official Website: https://apu-online.jp/tenku-fes
Copyright (c) 2016 Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
