Graduating from university is an achievement to be proud of, and Kyoto University students don’t hold back in the celebrations!
While standard attire at Japanese university graduations includes suits, dresses, kimono, or other formal wear, graduates at Kyoto University throw tradition to the wind, opting for a different, more modern tradition of cosplay. A rather prestigious school, Kyoto University is ranked second in Japan, surpassed only by Tokyo University, so it makes sense that we can only expect the best from its graduates, and each year they deliver.
This year saw the likes of the Cat Bus from classic Studio Ghibli anime My Neighbor Totoro, the salmon-headed Sanrio character Kirimi-chan (who hopefully wasn’t denied entry again), as well as everyone’s *favorite* politician.
https://twitter.com/mn7nn/status/712820187754418176▼ The Cat Bus makes Kyoto University’s graduation cuter than Tama Art University’s (which was visited by the Mad Max doof wagon). We’d love to see this kitty in action!
▼ There was also a really clever rendition of Egyptian god card Exodus from the anime/card game Yu-Gi-Oh!
▼ An uncharacteristically peppy San from Princess Mononoke… But then again, who wouldn’t be all smiles on such a day?
【速報】今年も京大生がやってくれました。卒業生のみなさん、ご卒業おめでとうございます！
— SENSE KYOTO＠永世七冠 (@KYOTO_SENSE) March 24, 2016
【才能の無駄遣い】２０１６年京大卒業式コスプレまとめhttps://t.co/faOJZeT3Mq pic.twitter.com/apL4hBSFGl
▼ That’s the second-best Donald Trump cosplay we’ve seen in Japan this spring.
https://twitter.com/j_vanvara_mjkt/status/712802528518230017https://twitter.com/CulLab/status/712874496823312384京大卒業式に来たつもりだったが... pic.twitter.com/Nid28qxaA6
— けんご (@k_gym_) March 24, 2016
Congratulations, graduates, and best of luck to you as you enter the real world!
Source: Culture LAB
Top image: Twitter/@mn7nn
More Japan graduation madness:
Mad Max’s Doof Wagon crashes college graduation in Tokyo 【Video】
Mad Max’s Doof Wagon crashes college graduation in Tokyo 【Video】
Kyoto University students let loose at cosplay graduation ceremony【Photos】
Amazing graduation project card game made by Kyoto University art student is simply incredible
Kyoto University’s “Professor Orita” statue’s latest update: Orga Itsuka from the Gundam anime
The top 10 universities in Japan determined by 2021 World University Rankings
The average age of Japan’s hikikomori shut-ins is getting older, survey shows
Japanese hair salons going bankrupt in record numbers
Foreign tourist needs ambulance to pick him up at Mt. Fuji after hiking closed trail
Is Mister Donut’s all-you-can-eat Donut Buffet still worth it?
Shogun Cultural Experiences merges a walking tour, sweets, and the music of traditional Japan
Looney Tunes is now an adorable anime series with Looney Tunes Gokko[Videos]
Uniqlo’s high-end sunglasses are a fashion minefield for anyone who isn’t Mr. Sato
Seaweed bread is one of the most unusual baked goods in all of Japan
Beard Papa goes beyond just matcha with its new premium green tea cream puffs
Samurai Coffee: Try Edo period coffee once enjoyed by Japanese warriors
Japan enters Golden Week vacation period, survey shows one in three plan to ride it out at home
Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trio
Studio Ghibli releases new anime keychains that are like miniature figurines
Studio Ghibli releases crystal glass paperweights featuring Totoro and the Catbus
Dorayaki from 89-year-old Japanese confectionery shop is one of the best sweets hidden in Tokyo
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Sega opening 65th anniversary store in downtotn Tokyo with deep-cut game merch
Viral tweet suggests Japanese convenience store ripping off customers with donuts, so we investigate
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Japanese youths anger police by sitting at kotatsu table at busy Kyoto intersection【Video】
Statue of “Kirby” Orita-sensei welcomes university entrance exam takers at Kyoto University
Kyoto University dorm pamphlet advises residents on how not to commit sexual harassment
Dragon Ball’s Lord Beerus shows up at mortal’s house, lowly humans beware!【Cat cosplay】