18/08/2025
Summer Festival 2025 (August 1st, 2025)
On August 1st, the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS), in collaboration with the Health Care Center, the Educational Affairs Division, and the Diversity & Inclusion Promotion Office, hosted a Summer Festival on Friday, August 1st for students, faculty and staff of NAIST. This event was part of NAIST’s efforts under the President’s Vision 2030 to build a campus community that co-creates new value.
As the event began, the venue came alive with traditional Japanese festival music and anime songs, creating opportunities for cultural exchange through music. Booth for goldfish scooping, yo-yo catching, and watermelon smashing were set up in the Millennium Hall lounge, while outdoors, the barbecue booth served classic festival foods like yakisoba and grilled corn.
One of the highlights was the watermelon smashing, where many participants tried it for the first time. Guided by the cheers of those around them, they took swings at the watermelon, and every successful hit was met with loud cheers and excitement.
President Shiozaki, Executive Director of CISS, Mr. Ohta, Executive Director, Mr. Odani, and Director of Operational Affai5rs Department, Mr. Motohira also joined the festivities, engaging with students and staff and contributing to a warm atmosphere of connection.
The event provided a unique opportunity for participants to fully experience the essence of a Japanese summer festival, engaging all five senses and transcending cultural differences. Over 160 students and staff members attended, and the entire event was filled with lively energy and smiles from start to finish.
