Upcoming Events
Public
Family and Community Orientation
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 13:00 to 15:00
Conference Center Meeting Room 1
“Welcome to Okinawa and OIST”
This orientation is a chance for new family and community members to get to know OIST and its community services. You’ll meet other families and pick up tips and stories from those who’ve been here a while
Outreach
A Beautiful World of Insects and Art
Saturday, February 14, 2026 (All day) to Sunday, March 29, 2026 (All day)
OIST Tunnel gallery & OIST Science Studio
TBD
Outreach
Kids Lecture: Discovering the Hidden Beauty and Science of Insects
Saturday, February 14, 2026 - 14:00
OIST Auditorium
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Prospective Students
Science Challenge 2026
Sunday, March 8, 2026 (All day) to Saturday, March 14, 2026 (All day)
OIST Campus
OIST Science Challenge is a unique opportunity for participants to extend their scientific education and experience research at OIST.
Culture
Sounds of Ryukyu 2026
Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 14:00 to 17:00
OIST Auditorium
Admission free. Registration required.






