Art Events in Tokyo

Roppongi Crossing

Explore time through Japanese contemporary art.

Future Frequencies Festival 2027

Tokyo's latest festival — featuring live music, workshops, panels, exhibitions, and more.

Tokyo Lights

Not just another projection mapping night. This one brings together competing works from creators around the world.

Design Festa Vol. 63: Spring Edition

Get creative at one of Asia's largest art events.

International Museum Day

Free entry to Tokyo's best museums? Count us in.

Cherry Blossoms at teamLab Planets Tokyo

teamLab Planets Tokyo will transform their artworks into a cherry blossom paradise for spring.

Nyan Fes 2027

Cat lovers should pounce on this festival, with cat themed merchandise and displays galore. Find the perfect gift for the furry friend in your life.

What a Wonderful World: Masterworks From the Musée d’Orsay

Van Gogh's Starry Night over the Rhône & 110 more d'Orsay masterworks land in Ueno for the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum's 100th anniversary.

Cat Holiday Exhibition Winter 2027

Celebrate cats with this joint photo exhibition featuring Instagram stars, craft stalls, and more!

Japan Traditional Crafts Ginza Artisan’s Street

Browse and buy skillfully crafted Japanese creations, from Kanazawa gold leaf to Wajima lacquerware.

Some no Komichi (Fabric-Dyeing Festival)

“Some no Komichi” is a festival highlighting the art of dyeing and screen printing.

Turner Exhibition at the National Museum of Western Art

Turner's storms and sunsets land in Ueno, and middle-schoolers (and those younger) get in free.

Handmade in Japan Festival Winter 2027

Traditional and contemporary design overlaps in this handmade festival. Enjoy poring over the unique gifts and souvenirs made by local and foreign artisans.

The Tokyo Art Book Fair

The Tokyo Art Book Fair gathers over 300 exhibitors from around the world for an art book fair.

Jump Festa 2026

Bring out your inner Jump fan and enjoy a day dedicated to your favorite anime series'.

Hiroshige: New Perspectives on Edo Japan

Hiroshige's three great series, rotated across three separate sittings.

Masterpieces of the Renaissance from the Musée du Louvre

Keen to see a Leonardo da Vinci painting in Japan?

Mutek Japan 2026

If you're into EDM or electronic art, you'll be in for an unforgettable experience.

Design Festa Vol. 62: Fall Edition

An event for the artist in you. Check out live painting, workshops, and plenty of exhibiting creatives.

Shibuya Parco Art Week

Art spills into every corner.

Art Week Tokyo

The perfect excuse to travel around Tokyo and admire art at the same time, this week-long festival offers handy shuttle links, a plethora of exhibits and a fun stamp rally to top it off!

Tokyo Midtown Design Live 2026

Design Live is an innovative art event happening in and around Tokyo Midtown.

Performing Arts Festival: Autumn Meteorite 2026 Tokyo

Tokyo Performing Arts Festival rebrands with a fresh look and program in 2025.

Roppongi Art Night 2026

Roppongi Art Night has become one of the biggest art events in Tokyo.