Concerts, exhibitions, Eisa performances, etc.

Date

Saturday, November 14, 2026 - 15:00
The Cultural Event Series (CluES): England, presented by OISTers from England, will take place on Saturday, November 14, at the Conference Center (Main Campus). Join us for an afternoon and evening of culture, music, comedy, tea, and celebration. Don't miss this opportunity to experience English traditions and learn more about England's rich history and culture and England-inspired drinks prepared by Lab0!

Date

Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 14:00 to 16:00

Celebrate OIST's 15th Anniversary with a special afternoon of chamber music featuring Mitsuki Okada (violin), Itsuko Arakaki (viola), Megumi Shiroma (cello), and Yuka Oyabu (piano). This commemorative performance marks an important milestone in OIST's history, bringing together researchers, students, staff, and the wider community through the shared experience of live music.

Date

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 09:00 to Sunday, November 29, 2026 - 17:00

Title: CYCLE Exhibition 2026
Date: Tuesday, November 10 – Sunday, November 29, 2026
Location: OIST Campus
 

Date

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 09:00 to Sunday, November 29, 2026 - 17:00

Title: CYCLE Exhibition 2026
Date: Tuesday, November 10 – Sunday, November 29, 2026
Location: OIST Campus
 

Date

Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 14:00 to 16:00

Celebrate OIST's 15th Anniversary with a special afternoon of chamber music featuring Mitsuki Okada (violin), Itsuko Arakaki (viola), Megumi Shiroma (cello), and Yuka Oyabu (piano). This commemorative performance marks an important milestone in OIST's history, bringing together researchers, students, staff, and the wider community through the shared experience of live music.

Date

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 (All day) to Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (All day)

Building on the success and positive reception of last year's Crafted Traditions exhibition, this renewed showcase continues a growing collaboration between the Onshu Craft Association and OIST. Featuring works by Tokuzan Seragaki, Akira Tamada, Hideyoshi Matsuda, Emiko Yoshida, Shigeo Abe, and the Teruya Studio, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage that make Onna Village unique.

Date

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 (All day) to Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (All day)

Building on the success and positive reception of last year's Crafted Traditions exhibition, this renewed showcase continues a growing collaboration between the Onshu Craft Association and OIST. Featuring works by Tokuzan Seragaki, Akira Tamada, Hideyoshi Matsuda, Emiko Yoshida, Shigeo Abe, and the Teruya Studio, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage that make Onna Village unique.

Date

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 09:00 to Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 17:00

This special exhibition to commemorate Okinawa Memorial Day presents a selection of wartime photographs from the Onna Village Museum Collection. The images provide a visual account of the events of the Battle of Okinawa.

Okinawa Memorial Day, observed on June 23, marks the end of the Battle of Okinawa in 1945 and honors the over 200,000 lives lost, including many civilians. We invite visitors to take a moment to learn more about this battle, and to reflect on the importance of remembrance.

This exhibition offers visitors and the OIST community a chance to delve into Okinawa's rich history and explore a pivotal event that forever transformed life on the island. To learn more about Okinawa Memorial Day (Irei no Hi) and about the Battle of Okinawa, please visit Uchinaa Culture 09 - Irei no Hi ~慰霊の日~

This event is organized by OIST with thanks to Onna Village Museum.

Free of charge, no registration required.

Date

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 09:00 to Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 17:00

This special exhibition to commemorate Okinawa Memorial Day presents a selection of wartime photographs from the Onna Village Museum Collection. The images provide a visual account of the events of the Battle of Okinawa.

Okinawa Memorial Day, observed on June 23, marks the end of the Battle of Okinawa in 1945 and honors the over 200,000 lives lost, including many civilians. We invite visitors to take a moment to learn more about this battle, and to reflect on the importance of remembrance.

This exhibition offers visitors and the OIST community a chance to delve into Okinawa's rich history and explore a pivotal event that forever transformed life on the island. To learn more about Okinawa Memorial Day (Irei no Hi) and about the Battle of Okinawa, please visit Uchinaa Culture 09 - Irei no Hi ~慰霊の日~

This event is organized by OIST with thanks to Onna Village Museum.

Free of charge, no registration required.

Date

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 14:00 to 16:00

Learn About Okinawa's History: Irei No Hi (Battle of Okinawa)
(Language: Japanese with simultaneous English translation)

June 23 is Okinawa Memorial Day. To mark the occasion, a special lecture on Okinawa's history and war will be held on June 17 (Wed) 14:00-16:00 in the OIST Auditorium. 

This is a valuable opportunity to learn about the history of the land and people of Onna Village.


We will welcome Takahiro Seto,from the Onna Village Museum, who will provide context on the Battle of Okinawa, combat zones in Onna Village, and how these events impacted local residents.
In addition, Terunobu Yamauchi, who was born and raised in Onna Village, will join Mr. Seto in a dialogue to share his personal experiences of life in Nakadomari during that time.

 

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