Tokyo events for Monday, February 3 to Sunday, February 9, 2025
The scent of spring is in the air as Tokyo’s flowers show the first signs of life.
Look out for the start of early-blooming cherry blossom festivals, as well as plum-viewing parties that will continue till the end of February. Still need warming up? Ueno will fill with hot cocktails, or head inside to see some figurines at Winter Wonder Festival.
Dressed in the Sky Fashion Exhibition: Tokyo City View x Yuima Nakazato
Experience a spectacular display of fashion alongside breathtaking skyline views at this unique event at Roppongi Hills. This exceptional presentation creates a fusion of fashion, art, and the city’s vast sky — one that will make visitors feel as though they are ‘dressed in the skyline’.
| Advance sales: ¥2,000 | At the door: ¥2,200 | |
| Advance sales: ¥700 | At the door: ¥800 | |
| Advance sales: ¥1,400 | At the door: ¥1,500 | |
| Advance sales: ¥1,700 | At the door: ¥1,900 | |
Miura-kaigan Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival
More than 1,000 Kawazu-sakura line the road from Miura-kaigan station to Komatsugaike Park. It’s only a 10-minute walk from Miurakaigan Station and takes 1 hour and 30 minutes from Shimbashi Station in Tokyo.
Setagaya Plum Blossom Festival
While small, the park has about 650 plum trees, making it a fitting location for Setagaya’s ume (plum) matsuri. On weekends during this festival, vendors sell plum-themed food such as madeleines and jelly.
Mukōjima-Hyakkaen Garden Plum Festival
On the weekends during the plum festival at Mukojima-Hyakkaen Garden, there will be plenty of things to see apart from the sprouting plum blossoms. Expect dances, guided walks, and performances.
| At the door: ¥150 | ||
| At the door: ¥70 | ||
Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival
Yushima Tenjin has been a popular spot for blossom-viewing since the Edo era and the festival includes demonstrations of shamisen-playing, plum wine tasting, traditional dance, tea, and other Japanese cultural events, including a mikoshi (portable shrine) procession.
Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival
These cherry blossoms will be in full bloom in mid-February, earlier than almost anywhere else near Tokyo. To top it off you can enjoy a perfect and unique view of Mt. Fuji together with the blossoms.
| At the door: ¥300 | ||
Kite Market
Back in the Edo days, kites were considered lucky charms that help ward off fires, which were rampant at that time. Since then, a Kite Market, where kites are displayed and sold, has been held at Ōji Inari Shrine annually on the Days of the Horse in February.
Japan Brewers’ Cup
The Japan Brewers’ Cup is one of the major events on Japan’s craft beer calendar. It’s both a festival and, as the name suggests, a contest between the brewers. This year sees 40 Japanese brewers and craft beer importers pouring more than 300 different beers.
Winter Wonder Festival
At this event, figure manufacturers unveil the latest and upcoming additions to their product lines, to the excitement of collectors. But it’s not just professionals exhibiting their figures at this event — amateurs also showcase their creations, too. Figures/garage kits aside, the event also features stage events, such as talk shows about upcoming or recently concluded anime.
Tokyo Hot Cocktail Festival
This festival will be held in Ueno’s Onshi Park and focuses on, you guessed it, hot cocktails. Catch several stalls offering unique hot drinks, with everything from beer to spirits. Enjoy something sweet, sour, or even a little spicy as you warm yourself up with these unique cocktails.
Japan International Orchid and Flower Show
Orchids are an important symbol to many Japanese gardeners and flower fans. Held over a week, the Japan International Orchid and Flower Show is a mix of exhibitions, contests, and markets. Visitors can experience an array of beautifully arranged floral artwork from the moment they walk in — go through the Orchid Gate, a display made from 100,000 orchids, and an ideal selfie spot.
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