Event Details
Date and Time
Friday, April 3, 2026
Doors open 9:00
Start time 10:00
（Scheduled end time 10:45）
After the ceremony, the orientation will continue. （Scheduled end time 11:10）
venue
【New Students】
The Kanazawa Theatre
(6-27 Shimohondamachi, Kanazawa )
Access Map（The Kanazawa Theatre’s Website）
※Parking will not be available.
【Family Members and Guests（Family Viewing Venue）】
※The ceremony will be broadcast live.
Ballroom, 5th floor, Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel
(2-1-1 Korinbo, Kanazawa)
Access Map （Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel Official Website）
Order of Ceremony
・Opening Address
・National Anthem
・Declaration of Matriculation
・President’s Address
・Pledge by New Student Representative
・Introduction of Guest
・Alma Mater
・Performance of Celebration
・Closing Address
※The ceremony conducted in Japanese.
Live streaming
The ceremony will be streamed live on the University’s website and will be recorded for later viewing.
The viewing links for both the live stream and the recording will be available via the button below by the day before the ceremony, once the streaming site is ready.
Kanazawa University 2026 Academic Year Matriculation Ceremony Live Streaming
Points of Note for New Students
- Please be seated by 9:50 a.m. You may not be able to enter the venue after the ceremony begins.
On the day of the ceremony, attendees will be guided in the following order: the 1st‑floor hall seats, the 2nd‑floor hall seats, and then the Student Viewing Venue (2nd floor of the Kanazawa Theatre). - Please attend in formal attire appropriate for the ceremony, such as a suit.
- The roads surrounding the venue will be congested, so please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
- The Kanazawa Theatre parking lot will not be available. Please use public transportation instead.
- Please do not park at nearby facilities or on the street.
Point of Note for Family Members and Guests
Only new students will be allowed to enter the ceremony venue on the day of the event.
The ceremony will be live-streamed at the following venue.
Family Viewing Venue for family members and guests
Family viewing venue for family members and guests
Ballroom, 5th floor, Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel
(2-1-1 Korinbo, Kanazawa)
Doors Open at 9:00
900 seats
※The video streaming at the venue is the same as the one on the Kanazawa University’s website.
※The number of seats at the venue is limited. On the day, attendance will be on a first‑come, first‑served basis, with no reservations or tickets required.
※Please note that parking discounts and cloakroom services will not be available.
Traffic information
Chartered Ｂuses
- Free chartered shuttle buses will be available in coordination with the ceremony. No reservations are required.
- Please note that the number of buses is limited. If a bus reaches full capacity, you may not be able to board.
- Buses may skip stops when they reach full capacity. If you are in a hurry, we recommend boarding at a stop closer to the starting point of the route.
- Please check the timetable below for departure times, bus stops, and other related information. Buses will not stop at any locations other than those listed.
- Please arrive early to ensure you are not late for the ceremony.
【Operation Route】
【Access from Drop‑off Points to the Ceremony Venue】
Local bus
Please check the Hokuriku Railway official website for the latest information on bus schedules, fares, and other details.
Kanazawa University Original Goods
At the venue, the Kanazawa University Co-op will set up a booth and sell original university merchandise. (Please note that only cash will be accepted at the venue.)
◆Flyer for Kanazawa University Original Goods
Original merchandise will also be available at Kanazawa University Co-op stores on each campus.
Except for the limited-edition items (No.6 and No.7), goods can be purchased on days other than the day of the ceremony.
At Co-op stores, payment can be made by cash or credit card.
You may also place an order with home delivery through the Kanazawa University Co-op website.
(Orders will be accepted until April 24.)
A portion of the proceeds from the sales of the original merchandise will be donated to the Kanazawa University Foundation.
In addition, a Kanazawa University Foundation booth will be set up at the venue, offering thank-you gifts such as original university goods.
All donations received will be used to support student and to further enhance the academic and research environment.
Others
Inclusive (Priority) Seating
For this ceremony, an Inclusive (Priority) Seating area will be provided at the rear of the Live‑Streaming Venue inside the Kanazawa Theatre to ensure the comfort and safety of all attendees. Approximately 15 seats are available in this area.
This seating area is available to anyone who may need consideration, including those with physical disabilities or injuries, for internal health conditions, pregnancy, or sensitivity to sensory or psychological factors.
No reservation or prior application is required.
If you feel any discomfort due to light or noise, please use items such as ear muffs, earplugs, sunglasses, or hats within the area as needed.
We will also set up a Calm-Down Space near the live streaming area. This space is available for anyone who may feel tired from sensory input or who needs a short break to feel comfortable and regain calm.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your participation in the ceremony, please feel free to contact us at the address below.
※A space designed to help reduce sensory input—such as light, sound, and smell—to make the space more comfortable for users.
Latest Information on the Ceremony
We will provide detailed information about the ceremony and notify you on this page if there are any changes to the arrangements. Please check this page regularly for updates.
Contact
General Affairs Division, General Affairs Department Kanazawa university
〒920-1192 Kakuma-machi, Kanazawa 【TEL】076-264-5111 【FAX】076-234-4010
【E-mail】glsomu(a)adm.kanazawa-u.ac.jp※Please replace (a) with @.
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