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22nd Annual OYIS International Festival 2026

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Join us for a vibrant celebration of global cultures, community spirit, and family fun. Enjoy international food, live performances, exciting kids’ activities, and our ever-popular community raffle. This year’s theme, 🌎 International Togetherness 🤝, celebrates the diversity that makes up the OYIS community and embraces the stories of people from all over the world.

The festival is open to everyone! students, families, friends, and neighbors. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Food, Fun, and Entertainment

What’s Waiting for You:

  • 🍔 Global Food Trucks and Treats
  • 🎶 Live Music and Celebration of the Arts
  • 🎟️ Community Raffle Draw
  • 🎯 Kids’ Games and Activities
  • 👗 Thrift Clothing Sale & Sustainability Drive
  • 🏫 School Information Booth

     

Experience the energy of a truly international festival!

Enjoy a delicious variety of global flavors, vibrant cultural performances, and fun-filled activities for all ages. Whether you’re here for the food, the music, the games, or the exciting raffle prizes, there’s something special waiting for everyone at this year’s event.

Thrift Clothing Sale & Clothing Donation Drive

We’re excited to announce that a Thrift Clothing Sale will be held at this year’s festival! This initiative promotes sustainability by giving pre-loved clothing a second life, while helping our students learn about environmentally responsible choices.

📦 Clothing Donations Welcome! – We are currently accepting gently used, clean clothing from families.

Collection runs April 20 – May 15 (excluding Golden Week) at the Nakatsu Campus Office.

Items accepted: clothing, shoes, scarves, gloves, and hats — clean and washed only. Damaged or stained items cannot be accepted.

Items not accepted: toys, books, bags, household goods, food, underwear, or hygiene items.

We hope you’ll stop by and support this fun and meaningful activity!

New School Merchandise

Show your OYIS Lions pride — our brand new T-shirts and lanyards are available to pre-order now at a special price

⏰ Pre-order sales deadline: May 20th

Please note: if pre-orders reach capacity, same-day festival pickup may not be possible. Orders will be distributed at a later date. We appreciate your understanding.

プレオーダー数が一定数に達した場合、フェスティバル当日でのお渡しができなくなる可能性がございます。その際は、後日のお渡しとなりますので、あらかじめご了承くださいませ。

Plan Your Visit to OYIS International Festival 2026

Event Map

Parking & Access

We ask everyone to please use public transport to get to the venue as we are not able to accommodate parking. Parking alongside the school is strictly prohibited. 

Event Schedule

Enter Our Raffle for Your Chance to Win!

Don’t miss one of the highlights of the OYIS International Festival – our exciting community raffle, packed with amazing prizes donated by local businesses, sponsors, and families!

🎟️ Raffle tickets are delivered digitally to your email after purchase, making it easy and convenient to join.

🎉 Winners will be announced after 11am at our main stage and also listed right here!

Whether you’re aiming for incredible gift baskets, dining vouchers, family experiences, or surprise treats, every ticket you buy helps support our vibrant community.

Prizes must be collected on the 27th May

  • 30 Raffle Tickets (+5 Bonus)

    30 Raffle Tickets (+5 Bonus)

    ¥9,000

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  • 20 Raffle Tickets (+3 Bonus)

    20 Raffle Tickets (+3 Bonus)

    ¥6,000

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  • 10 Raffle Tickets (+1 Bonus)

    10 Raffle Tickets (+1 Bonus)

    ¥3,000

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  • Raffle Ticket (1 ticket)

    Raffle Ticket (1 ticket)

    ¥300

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Get Your Festival Tickets

Purchase Your Tickets At Ticket Booth

Please purchase fesitval tickets at the ticket booth upon arrival!

Festival Tickets are your passport to all the delicious food, exciting games, and fun activities at the festival. Simply exchange your tickets at each booth to join in the fun!

Want to take a shot at winning incredible prizes? Raffle Tickets are available separately and will be delivered digitally to your email after purchase. Every ticket is a chance to win, don’t miss out!

- Thank you to -

Amazing Sponsors and Donors

We are deeply grateful to the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who make the OYIS International Festival possible. Their generosity, support, and community spirit help us create a truly unforgettable event for everyone.

Be sure to visit their booths, try their delicious offerings, and support their businesses during the festival and beyond!

Festival FAQ

Yes! The festival is open to students, families, friends, neighbors, and the wider community. Everyone is warmly invited to join us – feel free to bring your family and friends and enjoy the day!

We have two types of tickets available: Festival Tickets and Raffle Tickets.

Festival Tickets are used to enjoy food, drinks, games, activities, and more at the event. Simply purchase your tickets online or at the festival, and exchange them at each booth when you want to participate or make a purchase.

Raffle Tickets are for entering our famous community raffle! Raffle tickets are purchased online and delivered instantly to your email as digital tickets. Each raffle ticket gives you a chance to win amazing prizes. Raffle winners will be announced starting from 11:00 AM on the main stage.

Be sure to get both types of tickets so you don’t miss out on all the fun and prizes!

Yes! Entry to the festival grounds is completely free. You’re welcome to browse, enjoy the atmosphere, and watch the performances without needing a ticket.

However, Festival Tickets are required if you would like to purchase food, drinks, participate in games, or join activities.

Raffle Tickets are needed separately if you wish to enter the raffle for prizes.

The OYIS International Festival will take place rain or shine!

In the event of rain, some activities may be moved indoors or adjusted as needed. Please check our website and social media for any updates on the day of the event.

We recommend bringing an umbrella just in case!

Raffle winners will be announced starting from 11:00 AM at the main stage on the day of the festival.

Winning numbers will also be posted on our festival website for easy reference.

If your number is called, please come to the prize booth to claim your prize!

Yes — The Public Relations team from Osaka YMCA Headquarters, will be on site to conduct photography for Osaka YMCA promotional purposes. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If any currently enrolled students or parents/guardians have concerns about being photographed or having photos published, please contact the school office in advance.

You can visit our School Information Booth at the festival to learn more about Osaka YMCA International School.

Our staff will be happy to answer your questions and provide brochures.

You can also explore our official website anytime at oyis.org for more detailed information.

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