Escape from the heat and into the arms of one of the biggest ice cream expos in Japan.
What happens?
Lover of the sweet, chilly stuff? Aipaku — short for Ice Cream Expo in Japanese — provides a mix of shaved ice, gelato, and ice cream from vendors across Japan, but in one spot. Along with the classics, there will be specialty flavors including coffee, pistachio, manju (a type of Japanese steam bun), matcha, and sweet potato. On the stage, there will also be demonstrations and discussions.
Tickets
Entry costs ¥450 and you can get your tickets in advance.
How to get there
The event will be held at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Square (2-6-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo). The nearest station is Tochomae or Nish-Shinjuku.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.