Volunteer sign-up is open! ボランティア応募受付中!
Please apply through our Volunteer Information Form — it takes about 3 minutes.
応募は下のフォームから(約3分)。シフトのご連絡は担当のEriからお送りします。
Volunteer Orientation: Sept 18 (Fri) 6:00 PM, about 30 min. ボランティア説明会=9/18(金)18:00〜約30分(場所は追ってご案内)
KOKUYOSA 2026 will be seeking volunteers to help with event setup, guest services, participating-team support, photography and video, interpretation (JA/EN), festival operations, and clean-up.
Main Festival
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, Lethbridge, Alberta
Related volunteer dates may include
- Friday, September 18 — setup & rehearsal support
- Saturday, September 19 — Main Festival operations
- Sunday, September 20 — workshop & clean-up support
Full volunteer details will be announced soon. Questions? Email info@kokuyosa.com.
Volunteer perks — the 2026 staff T-shirt
Every volunteer receives this year’s official staff T-shirt — a crew-only design with the naruko-hand artwork on the front and our supporters on the back. Lunch is on us too.
Application form
Please use the form below to apply. A team member will follow up with you.