Culture & Expression

  • cosmate

    cosmate

    Introduction: Our members share information about cosplay from anime, manga, games, and etc. We explore everything from makeup techniques to creating costumes and making props. It’s a community where you can exchange ideas, learn together, and connect with fellow cosplay enthusiasts. Classification: Registered Organization Campus: KIC  Location: KIC Yoyokan Hall Seminar Room Language: Japanese N1, English A2 Keywords: Cosplay, Camera, Makeup E-mail: cosmate.rit@gmail.com


  • Creative Dance Circle Collash

    Creative Dance Circle Collash

    Introduction: We create various dances based on ballet, jazz, hip-hop,and more. Everyone gets along well across all grades, so if you have even a little interest or want to enjoy club activities, please come and see us! Classification: Registered Organization Campus: Others & Outside Campus Location: Kyoto City Shimogyo Youth Activity Center Language: Japanese N2, English A1 Keywords: Dance, Creative Work, Fun E-mail: so1467he@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp


  • Design Factory

    Design Factory

    Introduction: Design Factory is built on the idea of “growing through hands-on making that you can’t experience in regular classes.” We meet about once or twice a month. Our main activities include skills workshops, where you can learn and practice different kinds of making, and architecture tours, where we travel with friends and senior students to…


  • dig up treasure

    dig up treasure

    Introduction: We practice double dutch in which we perform acrobotic dance while jumping with two jump ropes. With a focus on organizing performance events and experiential events, we are proud to promoting acrobotic dance as one of the long-established clubs in Kansai area. Beginners are welcomed! Let’s create a fulfilling university life! Classification: Semi-authorized Organization Campus: KIC, Others &…


  • Empire Cast

    Empire Cast

    Introduction: We are Empire Cast, an A Cappella circle active in OIC! We mainly perform a cappella as a band, which consists of lead (main melody), 3 choruses, bass, and percussion! We welcome beginners! Almost all of our members joined with no prior experience. Our members are good friends, so this circle is cosy and friendly♪…


  • Film Study Somiety

    Film Study Somiety

    Introduction: This organization is all about the joy of movies. We have a vast DVD collection in our clubroom that members can watch anytime. Beginners are welcome! It’s a great place to share favorite films and grow to love movies even more with fellow members. Classification: Semi-authorized Organization Campus: KIC Location: Student Center Room 310 Language: Japanese N3, English A2 Keywords: Film, Casual…


  • Flamenco Circle Sonsonete

    Flamenco Circle Sonsonete

    Introduction: Sonsonete was named after the Spanish word for ”flamenco”, which means ”frolic”. As the name suggests, we focus on student flamenco with live guitar and other instruments. Classification: Registered Organization Campus: KIC Location: Student Center 417 Language: Japanese N1, English A1 Keywords: Festival, Passion, Elegance E-mail: lt1835rs@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp


  • Flower Arrengement Circle

    Flower Arrengement Circle

    Introduction: We hold practice sessions twice a month, inviting a master from the “Yamato Misho-ryu” school, which originated in Nara. We are looking for new members regardless of their university, department, year, or nationality—international students are very welcome! Classification: Registered Organization Campus: BKC Location: Epoch Ritsumei 21 Language: Japanese N3, English A1 Keywords: Elegance, Flowers, Flower Arrangement E-mail: ph0214hi@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp


  • folksong club KEAKS

    folksong club KEAKS

    Introduction: Though named “Folk Song,” we’re a light music circle. We meet at Kinugasa. Experienced members are welcome, but beginners are especially encouraged! We have a space where both can enjoy themselves. Music genre doesn’t matter. If you’re interested in light music and motivated, please join us! Classification: Semi-authorized Organization Campus: KIC Location: Kinugasa Student Center, Room B311, H303…


  • Free Music Circle PEACE

    Free Music Circle PEACE

    Introduction: This is a music club based at Ritsumeikan University BKC! Rather than a fixed band system, members gather for each song, so they can try out a wide range of music regardless of genre. They also perform at school festivals and events both on and off campus, and the appeal is that they can experience…


  • Fusion of Gambit

    Fusion of Gambit

    Introduction: If you have a variety of dreams, such as wanting to do something new, achieve great results, or shine in your university life, then this is the club for you! The seniors and juniors get along very well, and you can make friends not only with people from Kansai, but also from Kanto and Tohoku!…


  • Gagakukai

    Gagakukai

    Introduction: Gagaku is a Japanese traditional music that has been around since the Heian era! Members of our gagakukai choose one from these three instruments and practice it: houshou, ryuteki, hichiriki. Aside from playing instruments, wearing costumes such as kariginu and hakama, and traditional dance are part of our activities as well. Almost all of our…


  • Game of Go Club

    Game of Go Club

    Introduction: We are active at KIC and BKC. We welcome experienced players and beginners alike. If you study at OIC but are interested in joining us, please contact us to discuss. Classification: Authorized Organization Campus: KIC, BKC Location: Student Center 420, Act σ Japanese room Language: Japanese N2, English A1 Keywords: Go, Competition, Training Camp E-mail: sb0139fe@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp


  • Gitaemon

    Gitaemon

    Introduction: We are a street dance circle and are active in 7 genres. Our main activities are performing at events, holding events, and participating in contests. Beginners and experienced dancers are all welcome! Classification: Registered Organization Campus: Others & Outside Campus Location: Honshoji Temple Language: Japanese N1, English A1 Keywords: Music, Exchange, Culture E-mail: so1386rf@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp


  • Goshu Rits

    Goshu Rits

    Introduction: Our base of operations is Kyoto, but we also visit various shrines and temples in the Kansai region to collect goshuin stamps. We meet once or twice a month on weekends. Participation is voluntary, and one of the charms of Goshu Rits is the relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy for anyone to get along.…