Step into Japanese schools and onto an international stage. Discover a programme combining school exchanges, cultural visits and concert-hall performances, with music bringing young people together.
Through music, we build bridges across borders for a brighter future. The 2027 Wakayama International Music Festival school exchange programme invites musical groups to experience Japanese school life, share performances and build international friendships.
Programme period and venues
The organisers’ posters list 1 January–31 December 2027. Venues include schools and educational institutions in Wakayama City and Wakayama Castle Hall. Please confirm your group’s travel dates, host schools and performance arrangements with the organisers.
Five programme highlights
1. School exchanges
Visit one or two local schools, with arrangements tailored to the visiting group. Activities may include musical interaction, joint performances, shared classes, meals and games, encouraging cultural understanding through first-hand experience.
2. Official visits
Visit Wakayama City Hall and the city council, with opportunities for group photographs and learning about local culture and education. The posters note that council visits may be unavailable during council sessions.
3. Concert-hall performances
The advertised programme includes a formal concert at Wakayama Castle Hall, with two or three groups per concert and performances alongside Japanese musicians. Bilingual hosting, professional stage lighting and sound are included in the advertised concert arrangements.
4. Certificates of recognition
According to the organisers’ posters, each participant will receive an official certificate recognising their participation in the international music exchange.
5. Commemorative booklet
The organisers plan a Japanese-language commemorative booklet featuring activity highlights and photographs of each group member.
Participation and enquiries
String ensembles, wind bands, orchestras, choirs and other musical groups are welcome to enquire. The posters announce that registration is open.
Enquiries: Kaohsiung Music Education Promotion Association (高雄市音樂教育推廣協會)
Taiwan: 07-5310509 | International: +886-7-5310509
This introduction is based on the two supplied 2027 programme posters. Fees, registration deadlines and individual group itineraries are not specified in the posters; please confirm these details with the organisers.
