Kōenji Awa Odori Festival
★ Staff recommendation
Cool off in the evenings with some of Japan's most famous festival highlights — street food, music, and an enormous parade of dancers.
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34th Chuo Ward Oedo Bon Dance
A traditional festival and dance to celebrate Obon in Chuo ward.
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Akishima Citizen Whale Festival
This festival is held to commemorate the discovery of an ancient whale fossil.
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Chōfu Yosakoi 2025
Visit the Chōfu Yosakoi festival to see energetic and expressive team dances.
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Tokyo Otsuka Awa Odori
Enjoy a colorful and enthusiastic display of traditional dance in Otsuka, Tokyo.
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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.
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Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi 2025
This event sees dance teams descend on the Harajuku area in late August.
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Shimokitazawa Bon Dance Festival
This Bon Dance Festival is held in the trendy neighborhood of Shimokitazawa
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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!
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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.
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Ueno Panda Beer Festival
A local festival in Ueno with drinks, dancing, and deep fried goodies.
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Hibiya Park Bon Odori Festival
One of Tokyo's most accessible and largest Bon Odori (bon dance) festivals.
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Enoshima Summer Fireworks Festival
See a spectacular show of fireworks at Enoshima this summer.
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Kanazawa Fireworks
Find a nice spot to settle in at nearby Marine Park, or walk across the seafront to watch 3,500 fireworks light up the night sky — the perfect end to Obon.
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Hanazono Shrine Antique Market
Blue skies are the perfect time to visit this small antique fair. Enjoy some casual browsing without the pressure and noise of the larger markets.
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Hyper Museum Hanno Opening and Kenji Yanobe Exhibition
Hyper Museum Hanno opens this March with Kenji Yanobe’s Ship’s Cat Island. This surreal exhibition features giant floating space cats and sculptures.
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International Tokyo Toy Show
Get your dolls, Sonic plushies, and more at Japan's biggest toy trade show.
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