The Kagoshima International Arts Festival provides a welcoming platform for performers of all ages to showcase their talents in a professional and encouraging environment.

Participants will have the opportunity to perform before an esteemed panel of experienced adjudicators, receive constructive feedback and celebrate their achievements alongside fellow artists from around the world.

Beyond the performances, the festival aims to foster meaningful cultural exchange, inspiring participants to learn from one another while experiencing the unique beauty and hospitality of Kagoshima.

Whether you are performing for the first time or are an experienced competitor, we look forward to welcoming you to a festival that celebrates excellence, friendship and the performing arts.

Festival Format

The festival is presented in a series of performance categories over several days.

Participants perform individually or as part of an ensemble before a panel of adjudicators, who assess each performance based on artistic merit, musicality, technical proficiency and overall presentation.

Each participant receives recognition for their performance, celebrating the dedication, passion and hard work invested in their artistic journey. Outstanding performances may also receive special awards at the discretion of the adjudication panel.

Performance Categories

The Kagoshima International Arts Festival welcomes performers across a diverse range of disciplines.

Vocal

• Classical Vocal

• Musical Theatre

• Pop & Contemporary

• Folk & Traditional

• Choral & Vocal Ensembles

Instrumental Music

• Piano

• Strings

• Woodwind

• Brass

• Percussion

• Guitar

• Traditional Instruments

• Other Instrumental Performances

Speech & Theatre

• Storytelling

• Monologue

Participants may enter one or multiple categories, provided separate registrations are submitted for each performance.

Who Can Participate?

The festival is open to performers of all ages and nationalities.

We warmly welcome individuals, schools, music academies, performing arts institutions, community groups and independent performers to be part of this international celebration of the arts.

Adjudication

Performances are evaluated by a distinguished panel of local and international adjudicators with extensive professional and educational experience in their respective fields.

The festival places equal emphasis on artistic growth and performance excellence, encouraging every participant to develop confidence, refine their craft and gain valuable stage experience in a supportive international setting.