Events in Central Tokyo

Chidorigafuchi Moat Lantern Floating Festival

Around 2,000 lanterns will travel down Chidorigafuchi Moat as the sun sets.

Tokyo Vibes Vol. 7: Eden Kai, DJs, and Artists

Tokyo Vibes brings together a laid-back atmosphere with music, artists, and even cookies for its seventh edition.

Tsukiji Honganji Bon Dance Festival

Tsukiji Honganji Bon Dance Festival is an annual Bon dance festival held in Tsukiji.

Shibuya Bon Odori Dance Festival

Shibuya shuts down the roads around Shibuya 109 for a traditional summer dance party.

Hanazono Shrine Shinjuku Bon Odori

Hanazono Shrine hosts an annual Bon Dance festival in August each year.

Uchiwa Hand Fan Decorating Workshop

Beat the heat this summer with your own personally customized hand fan.

Balinese Kecak Festival

The Geino Yamashirogumi Kecak Festival is one of Shinjuku's main summer events.

Tokyo Idol Festival (TIF)

The world's largest celebration of idol culture.

Sri Lanka Festival 2025

Head to the Sri Lanka Festival for Sri Lankan food, drink, and cultural workshops.

Tokyo Streets X Exhibition

Tokyo Streets will be expanding their vision to include more artistic mediums in this latest showcase.

Mottainai Flea Market

This is the flea market to shop-til-you-drop — find second hand clothes, DVDs, books, anything you can think of.

Kanda Shrine Anime Bon Odori Dance

Bon Odori meets anime at this unique summer festival.

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.

Snoopy Thinks Again Today: Peanuts 75th Anniversary Exhibition

What does Snoopy really mean to you? Discover the words that moved ten creators at this quote-filled Peanuts exhibition in Ginza.

Hokusai Exhibition: Another Story in Tokyo

Woodblock prints by iconic Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, like you've never seen before.

Gacha Gacha 60th Anniversary Exhibition

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the invention of capsule toys (gachapon) in Japan.

Shinjuku Kabukichō Bon Dance

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

Meiji Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival

Watch the fireworks fly at Jingu Stadium, in easy reach of the Yamanote Line.

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.

Summer Comiket 2025

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

Japanese Calligraphy (Shodō) Event

Learn how to hold the brush the right way at this relaxing Japanese calligraphy experience.

“The Best Flea Market” (Yurakucho)

Think everything from kimono to ceramics, and you'll understand why this market is called the best. Spend hours poring over the stalls, but be prepared to push through some crowds to grab that …

Chuo Ward Oedo Bon Dance

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

Azabu Jūban Festival

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