
Mitama Matsuri
The hottest months of summer are traditionally when Japanese commune with and honor the spirits of the dead. One such festival based around this idea is the Mitama Matsuri at the politically …
The hottest months of summer are traditionally when Japanese commune with and honor the spirits of the dead. One such festival based around this idea is the Mitama Matsuri at the politically …
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.
The Oedo Antique Market is the largest outdoor antique market in Japan.
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.
The Pirates of Tokyo Bay presents bilingual comedy shows every month so that you can get your chuckle on.
Traditional and contemporary design overlaps in this handmade festival. Enjoy poring over the unique gifts and souvenirs made by local and foreign artisans.
This is the biggest summer festival of the year in the trendy neighborhood of Kagurazaka. The first two days of the festival (Wed-Thu) consist of a Hozugi Market (the seeds of the winter cherry …
Late July sees the annual Shinjuku Eisa Festival. Eisa is a traditional dance originating in the Okinawan islands. What happens? The traditional costumes, dancing, and drumming are quite …
Jodoji is a temple in Akasaka in the shadow of the Biz Tower. This festival is one of the first summer festivals in the area and sees an interesting mix of residents and local office workers …
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.
Ebisu Bon Odori Festival is one of central Tokyo's biggest but least-known 'Bon' dance festivals.
The Nogi Summer Shrine Festival is a classic shrine festival with food stalls, traditional games, and yukata.
Tsukiji Honganji Bon Dance Festival is an annual Bon dance festival held in Tsukiji.
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.
Head to the Sri Lanka Festival for Sri Lankan food, drink, and cultural workshops.
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.
Comic Market, better known as Comiket, is one of Japan’s biggest annual pop culture events. It’s held twice per year, in summer and winter, at Tokyo Big Sight. The focus of the event is …
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.
Watch the fireworks fly near Jingu Stadium, in easy reach of the Yamanote Line. Tickets can get you into the nearby stadiums, or you can take the Cheapo route and grab a seat nearby with some friends,
Taking place at the very central Hibiya Park, this is one of Tokyo’s most accessible and largest Bon-odori (bon dance) festivals. A diverse range of participants (40,000 are expected) from …
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.