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Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

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Catch the biggest tanabata festival in the Kanto region! It’s all about love and other dreams.

Shitamachi Tanabata

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Continue the tanabata celebrations with parades and performances on Kappabashi Hondori Road between Asakusa and Ueno.

Suggested Activity
Sumo Morning Practice Tour at Stable in Tokyo
Try this insider’s experience at a sumo wrestler morning practice session. Enjoy exclusive access to a sumo stable, watching as these massive athletes put themselves through their daily training regimen and go head-to-head.

Enoshima Tenno Festival

See mikoshi, portable shrines, paraded both on land and in the sea. An exciting, rowdy and different sort of summer festival.

Hachioji Summer Market

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Photo by Rosana Prada used under CC

Grab your yukata and get ready for some shopping at this popular summer event!

Ocean Peoples Tokyo Festival

Honor the sea at a park in the center of the city (yep, it’s in Yoyogi).

Mi Casa Es Su Casa Exhibition and Workshop

There’s still some time to check out this interactive, umbrella-centric art exhibition at the Design Festa Gallery.

Forest Beer Garden

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Photo by Junya Ogura used under CC

Kick back with a cold one in the Outer Garden of Meiji Jingu Shrine.

Takao Beer Mount

Photo by Jean-Marc Bolfing used under CC

Or head a little higher up for a brew with a view.

Suggested Activity
Hassle-free and comfortable private Airport Transfer Service by NearMe
NearMe offers airport transfers with door-to-door service in Japan. Large, chartered vehicles ensure a more comfortable travel experience. Special discount for first-time users!

For more top Tokyo events happening this month, see our July recommendations.

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