Event Highlights

Meet in Person! A Special On-site Career Fair for Ph.D. Students and Postdocs in Kyoto

A special on-site career fair exclusively for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers will be held in Kyoto!
This is a valuable opportunity to meet company representatives face-to-face and hear directly from them.
The venue is Miyakomesse, conveniently located near Higashiyama Station on the Kyoto City Subway.
This event is primarily for students from the seven organizing universities (*).

・Kyoto Institute of Technology
・Kyoto Sangyo University
・Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine
・Doshisha University
・Nara Women’s University
・Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST)
・Ritsumeikan University

(*) While students from universities other than those listed above are also welcome to apply, please be aware that we may decline your participation if applications exceed capacity.

All majors are welcome!
If you are affiliated with one of the above universities, don't miss this opportunity!

Companies Seeking PhD Talent

This event is exclusively for PhD and postdoc participants, offering the chance to meet companies actively seeking doctoral talent.
After the main presentation, join small-group sessions with individual companies to learn about their culture, projects, and PhD-level roles.
One of the most popular events hosted by Acaric!

★ Voices from Past PhD Participants★

Before attending, I was unsure how to select companies where I could fully utilize my research skills.
Through the event, I learned about each company’s strengths and found a good match for my expertise.

Not only did I gain insights into my field of interest, but I was also able to clarify my motivation by learning about each company's strengths.

It was easy to compare multiple companies in one day. I also appreciated connecting with peers in the same PhD position.

Casual Networking Session with Companies

The latter half of the event features a free networking session with drinks, pizza, and snacks!
Engage with company representatives in a relaxed atmosphere and experience the company culture firsthand—something online events can't offer.
Acaric staff will also be there, so feel free to ask about balancing job hunting and research!

Registration

【Registration deadline】Friday, July 25 17:00

Event Overview

Date & Time: Saturday, July 26, 2025, 14:00 - 18:45
Event Title: PhD Career Fair in Kyoto
Venue: Miyako Messe, Exhibition Hall 1 (Kyoto International Exhibition Hall)
9-1 Okazaki Seishoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8343
Nearest Station: 8-min walk from Higashiyama Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line)
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Eligibility: PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers available to start employment on or after April 1, 2027
Capacity: Up to 100 participants
*Please note that the registration deadline may change or applications may be declined if the number of applications exceeds the limit.

Event Schedule

13:40 - 14:00: Registration Starts
14:00 - 14:40: Company Presentations
A Japanese presentation will be provided with a translation app.
14:50 - 17:35: Individual Company Sessions (Term 1–5)
25 min presentation + 10 min break
Companies marked with * offer explanations and Q&A in English.
17:45 - 18:45: Networking Session
- 18:45: Event Ends

Registration

【Registration deadline】Friday, July 25 17:00

FAQ

QCan I participate regardless of my graduation/completion year?: AYou can participate regardless of your graduation/completion year. It is expected that the recruitment information will mainly be for those who can join by April 2027, but companies recruiting for April 2026 entry will also be exhibiting. Please inquire with the representatives of the exhibiting companies about the application process on the day.
QCan I join the event without prior registration?: AThis event is for pre-registered participants only. Walk-in attendance is not permitted. Please register in advance using the application button. Registration may close early if capacity is reached.
QIs casual attire acceptable for the event?: A Yes, casual attire is perfectly fine. As the event will be held over several hours, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing.
Q Can I arrive late or leave early during the event?: AYes, you're free to arrive late or leave early. Please notify an Acaric staff member when doing so.
QCan I cancel my reservation?: A Yes. Log into Acaric, go to [Application Status], select the event, and click the Cancel button.

Ph.D. Career Fair in Kyoto