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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.
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Torigoe Matsuri
★ Staff recommendationThis nighttime festival features one of the largest portable shrines in Tokyo and a vibrant, bordering on chaotic, atmosphere.
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Kamakura Gosho Shrine Annual Festival
A traditional Japanese festival and shrine parade to welcome in the summer.
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Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia
Love short movies? Pop by this festival to see some of the best in all of Asia. With the prestigious backing of the Academy, the quality here is unparalled to keep your inner film buff happy.
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Weekend Comedy at TCB
★ Staff recommendationTokyo Comedy Bar offers some of the best chuckles in Tokyo.
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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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Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa
A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.
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Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival
Get your fill of hydrangeas (ajisai in Japanese) at the annual Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival. Also check out the concert, procession, and free toothbrushes.
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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.
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Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival
Head to Odawara Castle for a pastel flower paradise of hydrangeas and irises.
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Keisei Rose Garden
See the beautiful sight of 10,000 roses as well as enjoy other fun attractions.
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Sanno Festival
Held every even-numbered year, Sanno Festival is one of Tokyo's three great festivals.
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Weekend Comedy at TCB
★ Staff recommendationTokyo Comedy Bar offers some of the best chuckles in Tokyo.
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Candle Night for 1 Million People
As Tokyo Tower turns off its lights, more than 1000 candles will be lit for this poignant annual event.
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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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Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa
A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.
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Nakaita Summer Festival
The "belly button festival" might sound strange, but a day of dancing and laughter might be just the thing for a hot summer day.
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Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park
Visitors head straight for the food stalls at the annual Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park.
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Takao Beer Mount Spring Edition
The ultimate view of Tokyo from the skies awaits at the top of Mt Takao — with food and drinks included.
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Kamakura Hasedera Temple Hydrangea Path
A timed ticket gets you into one of Kamakura’s most stunning sights. Read on to find out more.
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