Festival Events in Tokyo

Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival

Head to Odawara Castle for a pastel flower paradise of hydrangeas and irises.

Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival

The roads will be closed and the whole town of Tsukiji will take to the streets to celebrate the annual Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival at Namiyoke Shrine.

Kugayama Firefly Festival

This is a chance to see fireflies in an unlikely urban setting.

Hibiya Music Festival

Sounds of more than 50 artists will cover the area of Hibiya Park and Tokyo Hibiya Midtown for free.

Torigoe Matsuri

This nighttime festival features one of the largest portable shrines in Tokyo and a vibrant, bordering on chaotic, atmosphere.

Philippine Expo

Meander through a mini-Manila during the Philippine Expo. This three day festival in Ueno Park is lively, with music, dancing and food galore.

Vietnam Festival 2025

The Vietnam Festival in Yoyogi Park has food, drink, entertainment, and traditional folk art.

Aloha Tokyo

Enjoy yourself in a Hawaiian paradise with live music and dancing, while snacking on some authentic treats and drinks.

Shimokita Railway Festival

Grab a beer and listen to great music from local bands at Shimokita Railway Festival.

Hanazono Shrine Grand Festival

The streets of Shinjuku get a whole lot busier during the annual grand festival of Hanazono Shrine.

Shiba Park Oktoberfest Spring

Oktoberfest will be in Shiba Park this May with German music, food, and of course, beer!

Tokyo Skytree Taiwan Festival

Immerse yourself in Taiwanese culture without leaving Tokyo.

Italia, amore mio!

Try delicious wine, cheese, and other delights at one of the biggest Italian festivals in Japan.

Okinawa Festival

Usher in summer from Okinawa... without having to leave Tokyo's festival scene.

Sanja Matsuri 2025 (Sanja Festival)

See how wild Asakusa can really get during its most energetic festival of the year.

Shibuya Kagoshima Ohara Festival

Get a taste of Kagoshima Prefecture without leaving Tokyo.

Kagurazaka Street Stage O-edo Tour

Experience the stylish, vibrant facets of Japanese culture along with the ambiance of the pre-modern Edo period in Kagurazaka.

Takao Wakaba Spring Festival

Enjoy plenty of traditional entertainment and perfomances at the cable car station before you head up to the heights.

Kanda Matsuri

Join the crowds around the parades and floats for one of Tokyo's major festivals at the Kanda Matsuri.

Thai Festival 2025

Enjoy Thai sports, dancing, singing, and food at one of the most popular and highly anticipated Thai festivals in Japan.

Kurayami Festival

Come see horse racing and archery, shrine jostling, and giant drum performances.

Haisai Okinawa Festival 2025

Experience all of Okinawan culture, including cuisine, music, dance, traditional arts, and more.

Craft Gyoza Fes 2025

Sample from the very best of Japan's dumplings, be they steamed, fried, boiled, or grilled.

Tokyo Tower 333 Carp Streamers

See over three hundred fishes flapping in the wind for Children's Day.