The Tokyo Tech Festival, a student-led event that showcases the academic and cultural achievements of the Tokyo Institute of Technology, is preparing for its final edition in 2023. The festival, which has a long history of attracting thousands of visitors each year, may be the last of its kind — at least by name — as Tokyo Tech expects to merge with Tokyo Medical and Dental University in the fall of 2024. With this in mind, the festival executive committee has launched a crowdfunding campaign to realize the installation of a LED display on the outdoor stage of the festival.
A Step Towards the Future with LED Display
The festival executive committee’s plan includes the installation of a LED display on the big outdoor stage, which is positioned near the Main Building on Ookayama Campus. The stage and the nearby seating area are the venue for various events throughout the two-day festival, such as live music, dance performances, comedy shows, and guest lectures. A LED display would add a sense of realism to the performances while enhancing the experience for festival-goers.
The committee hopes that the LED display will not only improve the quality of the festival, but also leave a lasting legacy for future generations of Tokyo Tech students. The display will be donated to the institute after the festival, and can be used for other events and activities on campus. The committee believes that the LED display will symbolize the spirit of innovation and creativity that Tokyo Tech is known for.
Crowdfunding Campaign Details
This is the first time for the Tokyo Tech Festival executive committee to utilize the crowdfunding approach. The campaign runs until mid-September 2023, and aims to raise 10 million yen (about 90,000 US dollars) for the purchase and installation of the LED display. The committee has partnered with Campfire, a popular crowdfunding platform in Japan, to collect donations from supporters.
The campaign offers various rewards for backers, depending on their contribution amount. Some of the rewards include:
- A thank-you message from the committee
- A Tokyo Tech Festival original sticker
- A Tokyo Tech Festival original T-shirt
- A Tokyo Tech Festival original tote bag
- A Tokyo Tech Festival original hoodie
- A VIP ticket to the festival
- A backstage tour and meet-and-greet with performers
- A special mention on the LED display during the festival
The campaign website also features a video message from the committee members, explaining their vision and motivation for the project. The website also provides updates on the progress of the campaign and the preparation of the festival.
Support the Tokyo Tech Festival 2023
The Tokyo Tech Festival 2023 will be held on October 28 and 29, and is expected to be one of the largest and most memorable events in the history of Tokyo Tech. The festival will showcase various exhibits, workshops, demonstrations, and competitions by students and faculty from different departments and clubs. The festival will also feature food stalls, games, and attractions for visitors of all ages.
The festival executive committee invites everyone to support their crowdfunding campaign and help make Tokyo Tech Festival 2023 a truly special one. Visit the campaign website now to make a donation and get your reward. You can also follow the festival website and the festival executive committee’s Twitter account for more information and updates.
