Events in Central Tokyo

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.

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.

Earth Garden Summer Festival

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

Arabian Festival 2025

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

Tokyo Tower Tanabata Festival

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

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.

Yebisu Garden Place Foodies’ Picnic

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

Inspire Tokyo 2025

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

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.

Brazil Festival 2025

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

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.

Ice Cream Expo (Aipaku)

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

Ukraine Festival Tokyo 2025

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

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!

Ebisu Bon Odori Festival

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

Shinjuku Eisa Festival 2025

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

Kagurazaka Festival

This is the biggest summer festival of the year in the trendy neighborhood of Kagurazaka.

Taiwan Festa 2025

Get a taste of Taiwan at the Taiwan Festa.

Nogi Shrine Summer Festival

The Nogi Summer Shrine Festival is a classic shrine festival with food stalls, traditional games, and yukata.

Honey Festival 2025

A festival for all things honey.

Shibuya Bon Dance Festival

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