Events in Suburban East Tokyo

Nakizumo Crying Baby Sumo Festival

A 400-year-old pastime is on display at Nakizumo, as sumo wrestlers compete to make babies cry for good fortune. Come and watch, and perhaps some of the good luck will rub off on you!

Kon-Kon Kutsu Ichi (“Shoe Festival”)

One of Tokyo's more unique festivals, the Shoe Festival features shoe sales and a parade with shoe-shaped floats.

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.

Ryōgoku Nigiwai Festival

Ryōgoku Nigiwai Festival was started to bring attention to the many points of interest in the Ryōgoku area.

Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival

Kameido Tenjin Shrine is the best place in Tokyo to see wisteria in bloom.

Cherry Blossoms at teamLab Planets Tokyo

teamLab Planets Tokyo will transform their artworks into a cherry blossom paradise for spring.

Tokyo Sea Life Park: Free Admission Day

Get in for free at Tokyo Sea Life Park and see all the sea animals you want for absolutely nothing.

Kachiya Festival (Samurai Procession)

This unique festival sees a traditional samurai procession in the heart of Tokyo.

Asakusabashi Red and White Horse Chestnut Festival

A traditional culture and community festival celebrating Tokyo's Asakusabashi area.a

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.

Sanja Matsuri 2025 (Sanja Festival)

See how wild Asakusa can really get during its most energetic festival of the year.

International Museum Day

Free entry to Tokyo's best museums? Count us in.

Tokyo Port Festival

Connect with Tokyo's harbor, see rare boats, and hop on one yourself.

May Grand Sumo Tournament

The third of Japan's six annual sumo tournaments.

Nikuon

Try out the meats and the beats.

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.

Tokyo Skytree Taiwan Festival

Immerse yourself in Taiwanese culture without leaving Tokyo.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

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.

Philippine Expo

Meander through a mini-Manila during the Philippine Expo. This three day festival in Ueno Park is lively, with music, dancing and food galore.

Torigoe Matsuri

This nighttime festival features one of the largest portable shrines in Tokyo and a vibrant, bordering on chaotic, atmosphere.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

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.