What do you gain?
WHAT YOU GAINRobocon is more than just building robots. Creativity to give shape to ideas, teamwork to collaborate with others, and problem-solving to overcome hard challenges — practical skills that matter in the real world, learned while having fun.
If you love making things or want to find something to be truly into, this is a place where anyone can thrive.
Activities
ACTIVITIESMain activities
- Hours: Weekdays 18:00–21:00; weekends as needed (workshops / pre-competition)
- Location: Kyoto Institute of Technology, West Experiment Bldg. (Open Facility Center — Making Unit), 2nd floor
- What we do: Designing and building robots, various workshops, meetings, and more
Annual schedule
- April: New-member welcome activities
- May: Workshops
- June: NHK Student Robocon / rookie tournament
- August: NHK Student Robocon kickoff / rookie-focused contests
- March: Rookie-focused contest
Learning roadmap
ROADMAP1st year- Learn the basics -
What you learn
- Workshops (CAD, programming)
- Safe use of tools and machines
- Hands-on teamwork through the rookie tournament
Main competitions
- Internal rookie tournament (June)
- Summer Robot Contest (September)
- Kansai Spring Robocon (March)
2nd year- Level up -
What you learn
- Deeper expertise (ROS / embedded / advanced design & fabrication)
- Growing into a mentor role
- Taking on flagship competitions
Main competitions
- Kansai Summer Robocon (August)
- NHK Student Robocon kickoff
3rd year- Lead the team -
What you learn
- Experience in complex real-world settings
- Advanced technical skills
- Managing a larger team
Main competitions
- NHK Student Robocon (June, core member)
4th year- Pass it on -
What you learn
- Either NHK Student Robocon or club operations
- Managing with the club’s future in mind
- Growing managers and specialists
Main competitions
- NHK Student Robocon (June, core member)
- CatchRobo Battle Contest
FAQ
FAQI have no programming or fabrication experience — is that OK?
Most members started in university. After joining, we run workshops covering CAD, programming basics, and how to use tools. All you need is the curiosity to try.
Can I balance this with studies and a part-time job?
Yes, though intensive workshop periods and the run-up to competitions can get busy. Members coordinate part-time schedules so no one is overloaded.
How much does it cost to participate?
Membership dues are 2000 yen per month, used for tools and events. Robot construction costs are covered by university grants and sponsor support, so members are not on the hook for large expenses.
Visit & contact
If you’re interested, come and visit us in person.
Senior members will show you around.