Events in Central Tokyo

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.

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.

The Art of the Ramen Bowl Exhibition

Discover the vision and process that sculpts the perfect ramen bowl — literally!

Sri Lanka Festival 2025

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

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.

Tokyo Romantic Flea Market

Enjoy a sweet summer stroll around this antique Tokyo Flea Market. The perfect place for a relaxed Sunday browsing with no stress.

Design Festa Vol. 61: Spring Edition

Get creative at one of Asia's largest art events.

Tokyo Tower Tanabata Festival

Tokyo Tower is ready for the Tanabata season and that means lights, candles, and wishes.

Arabian Festival 2025

View belly dancing performances and a shisha competition at this year's festival.

Earth Garden Summer Festival

Spend the day promoting an ecological lifestyle and get organic, earth-friendly wares while listening to music.

Hibiya Summer Oktoberfest

Outdoor drinking, German-style eats, and lively music — Oktoberfest is back in town, this time for summer!

Miraikan Anniversary Free Admission Day

Celebrating their anniversary, Tokyo Miraikan has free admission for all on July 9. Marvel at the exhibits and wonders of modern technology and science with our friends and family.

Inspire Tokyo 2025

This three-day festival promises music, food, art, and fashion.

Yebisu Garden Place Foodies’ Picnic

Yebisu Garden Place’s Foodies' Picnic brings together food, films, and wellness.

Mitama Matsuri

Mitama Matsuri honors the dead by stringing up 30,000 lanterns.

Mita Carnival

See a line of food stalls and stage performances with Tokyo Tower in the background.

Ukraine Festival Tokyo 2025

Discover the beauty of Ukrainian culture at Tokyo's first Ukrainian Festival happening.

Ice Cream Expo (Aipaku)

Escape from the heat and into the arms of one of the biggest ice cream expos in Japan.

Handmade in Japan Festival Summer 2025

Traditional and contemporary design overlaps in this handmade festival. Enjoy poring over the unique gifts and souvenirs made by local and foreign artisans.

Brazil Festival 2025

Get ready for the Brazil Festival, featuring all things Brazilian — food, dancing, and vibrant performances.

Chidorigafuchi Moat Lantern Floating Festival

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

Shimbashi Koichi Festival

Get in touch with your traditional Japanese side at this bustling festival. Traditional dances, taiko music, and a yukata contest, oh my!

Shinjuku Eisa Festival 2025

Get a taste of Okinawan culture without having to leave Tokyo.

Ebisu Bon Odori Festival

Ebisu Bon Odori Festival is one of central Tokyo's biggest but least-known 'Bon' dance festivals.