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Academic Gowns for Commencement Ceremonies (Sep.18, 2026)

The University has designated an academic gown for each degree.

Students graduating or completing their studies in September 2026 may wear the designated academic gown at the graduation and degree conferral ceremonies.

Wearing an academic gown is entirely optional.

 

Regarding the ceremony and how to wear it (UT official website)

https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/ja/students/events/h15_08.html

If you are a student who will graduate or complete your studies in September 2026 and wish to rent or purchase the academic gown, please refer to the following website for the application procedure.

For information on renting or ordering (UT Co-op website*)
https://www.gown.utcoop.or.jp/index_en.html
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The application period for rent is from Monday, August 3 to Friday, August 28,2026,

Please note that the number of gowns available for rental is limited. If the number of applications exceeds the available stock, applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and the application period may close before the stated deadline. If you are considering renting a gown, we strongly encourage you to apply as early as possible.

 

Please do not reserve a gown unless you are certain you will use it.

Last-minute cancellations prevent other students from renting available gowns and may result in unused stock.

 

Contact: 2nd Purchasing Department, Co-op Store No. 2

https://www.utcoop.or.jp/en/shops/hongo/
The rental and purchase of academic gowns is handled by the UT Co-op on behalf of the University.

 

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