Events in Central Tokyo

S2O Japan Songkran Music Festival

Get ready to get wet at this annual music festival inspired by the traditional Thai festival Songkran.

Balinese Kecak Festival

The Geino Yamashirogumi Kecak Festival is one of Shinjuku's main summer events. This year, the festival will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Geino Yamashirogumi, a Japanese …

Furusato Tokyo Ouen Festival: Yoyogi Park Bon Dance

Bon dances take over Shibuya. Along with this party in Yoyogi Park over the weekend, there will also be a Bon Odori (Bon Dance) in the center of Shibuya on August 3. What to expect Furusato …

Meiji Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival

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

Kanda Shrine Anime Bon Odori Dance

Bon Odori meets anime at this unique summer festival.

Shinjuku Kabukichō Bon Dance

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

Summer Comiket 2025

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

Thai Expo 2025

Thai Expo is one of Japan's biggest Thai festivals, which takes place in Yoyogi Park every summer.

34th Chuo Ward Oedo Bon Dance

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

Midtown Summer 2025

An oasis away from the heat in central Tokyo.

Azabu Jūban Festival

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

Roppongi Hills Bon Dance 2025

The sleek concrete of the Roppongi Hills Arena will be taken over by kimono-clad Bon dancers for the weekend.

Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi 2025

This event sees dance teams descend on the Harajuku area in late August.

Hibiya Park Bon Odori Festival

One of Tokyo's most accessible and largest Bon Odori (bon dance) festivals.

Summer Night Museums

As the temperature gets to ridiculous highs, it's the perfect time to hide out at an air-conditioned museum — at night.

Moshimo Disaster Prevention Festival

Visit this festival if you don't know what to do in a natural disaster in Japan.

International Tokyo Toy Show

Get your dolls, Sonic plushies, and more at Japan's biggest toy trade show.

China Festival 2025

Celebrate the cultural exchange between Japan and China with food, music, and traditions.

Shibuya Konno Hachimangu Annual Festival

Want to see a giant celebration in the heart of Tokyo? Look no further.

Ultra Japan

Ultra Japan is the biggest EDM festival in the country.

Motoshinmei Shrine Annual Festival

Immerse yourself in the Japanese festival culture at this lively festival. Try your hand at Bon dancing, swaying to the taiko drums, or following the mikoshi procession.

Ark Hills Autumn Festival 2025

A trendy take on a traditional autumn festival.

Akasaka Hikawa Festival

For your fix of float parades and night markets.

Belgian Beer Weekend Roppongi

Belgian Beer Weekend is not a cheap event, but at for 10 tokens that can be exchanged for up to 3 super-strength Belgian beers, a very fancy souvenir beer glass, and lots of entertainment is …