Events in Central Tokyo

Kanda Shrine Anime Bon Odori Dance

Bon Odori meets anime at this unique summer festival.

Summer Comiket 2025

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

Shinjuku Kabukichō Bon Dance

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

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.

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.

Akasaka Hikawa Festival

For your fix of float parades and night markets.

Ark Hills Autumn Festival 2025

A trendy take on a traditional autumn festival.

Ultra Japan

Ultra Japan is the biggest EDM festival in the country.

Shibuya Konno Hachimangu Annual Festival

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

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 …

Fiesta Mexicana 2025

A fiesta to explore the depths of Mexican culture, cuisine, and tradition.

Daradara Festival

The Daradara Festival goes on for 11 days, making it the longest traditional festival in Japan.

Peace Day 2025

An outdoor festival for peace, with live music and artwork.

Toyokawa Inari Ooka-Echizen Festival

This annual festival Toyokawa Inari shrine that celebrates feudal lord Ooka Tadasuke.