August 2025 Events in Tokyo

W Hero Festival

Enjoy dramatic shows, purchased themed merchandise and food, and just indulge in your love for tokusatsu at this unique event.

Fukagawa Festival

Officially one of the big three Shintō festivals of Tokyo.

Sonicmania 2025

Get warmed-up for Summer Sonic with the late-night party the day before.

Hakone Daimonji-yaki

Enjoy Obon's festive atmosphere in one of Japan's most scenic locations, with food stalls and music to keep you company through the fireworks.

Minato Mirai Bon Dance Festival

Minato Mirai Bon Dance Festival is an annual Bon festival held on the waterfront in Yokohama.

Shinjuku Kabukichō Bon Dance

Take part in a traditional Japanese festival in the middle of one of the brightest areas of Tokyo.

Summer Comiket 2025

Experience one of Japan’s biggest annual pop culture and cosplay events.

Summer Sonic 2025

Summer Sonic is a summer music festival with international and local artists.

Thai Expo 2025

Thai Expo is one of Japan's biggest Thai festivals, which takes place in Yoyogi Park every summer.

Shimokitazawa Awa Odori Festival

Shimokitazawa Awa Odori Festival is a traditional dance festival that takes place each year in Shimokitazawa.

Tsurumi River Summer Festival

The Tsurumi River Summer Festival is a fireworks festival in Yokohama.

Edogawa Fireworks Festival

Lay down your mat on either side of Edo River and enjoy the lights.

Kanazawa Fireworks

Find a nice spot to settle in at nearby Marine Park, or walk across the seafront to watch 3200 fireworks light up the night sky — the perfect end to Obon.

34th Chuo Ward Oedo Bon Dance

A traditional festival and dance to celebrate Obon in Chuo ward.

Chōfu Yosakoi 2025

Visit the Chōfu Yosakoi festival to see energetic and expressive team dances.

Tokyo Otsuka Awa Odori

Enjoy a colorful and enthusiastic display of traditional dance in Otsuka, Tokyo.

Azabu Jūban Festival

A fun event for the lone traveler or the whole family.

Midtown Summer 2025

An oasis away from the heat in central Tokyo.

Sancha Summer Festival and Latin Fest

If you can't get enough of a pulsing, vibrant atmosphere, Sancha Latin Fest is the place for you. Beautiful costumes and live perfomances await!

Roppongi Hills Bon Dance 2025

The sleek concrete of the Roppongi Hills Arena will be taken over by kimono-clad Bon dancers for the weekend.

Akishima Citizen Whale Festival

This festival is held to commemorate the discovery of an ancient whale fossil.

Yōga Summer Festival 2025

Enjoy a day of fun. food, and festive atmosphere at this retro themed event. Between the craft stalls, entertainment, and activities, yoga might be the only thing you don't do.

Shimokitazawa Bon Dance Festival

This Bon Dance Festival is held in the trendy neighborhood of Shimokitazawa

Kōenji Awa Odori Festival

Cool off in the evenings with some of Japan's most famous festival highlights — street food, music, and an enormous parade of dancers.