May 2026 Events in Tokyo

Tokyo Night Market

A market under the stars awaits at the Tokyo Night Market.

Weekend Comedy at TCB

Everyone can use a laugh now and then, and Tokyo Comedy Bar offers some of the best chuckles in Tokyo.

May Grand Sumo Tournament

The third of Japan's six annual sumo tournaments.

Spring Flowers at Showa Kinen Park

Enjoy a carpet of flowers from around the world at Showa Kinen Park. Stretch your legs as your stroll amongst fields of tulips, poppies, cherry blossoms, and more!

Shiba Park Oktoberfest Spring

Oktoberfest will be in Shiba Park this May with German music, food, and of course, beer!

Star Island Odaiba Fireworks Festival

Experience fireworks like never before at the Star Island Odaiba Fireworks Festival taking place this June.

Nikuon

Try out the meats and the beats.

Hanazono Shrine Grand Festival

The streets of Shinjuku get a whole lot busier during the annual grand festival of Hanazono Shrine.

Adachi Fireworks Festival 2026

The annual Adachi Fireworks Festival is held along the Arakawa River.

Tokyo Port Festival

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

Tokyo Skytree Taiwan Festival

Immerse yourself in Taiwanese culture without leaving Tokyo.

Flowering at Hitachi Seaside Park

You'll have eyes of blue after a day wandering amongst the blue bells at Hitachi Seaside Park. Expect crowds drawn to the sea of flowers as you wander by the sea.

Aloha Festival Tokyo

Enjoy yourself in a Hawaiian paradise with live music and dancing, while snacking on some authentic treats and drinks.

Oedo Beer Festival Spring 2026

The spring version of the Oedo Beer Festival has returned to give craft beer fans even more choices of places in which to spend the golden weather of Golden Week.

Keyaki Beer Festival 2026

Sample a variety of beers from all across Japan at this boisterous festival. Cool, dry, smooth, there'll be something for everyone.

Akita Kanto Asakusa Festival

Take a trip to a traditional Akita festival, just minutes away in Asakusa.

Ikebukuro Okinawa Festival

A festival showcasing Okinawan food, drinks, and culture at Ikebukuro's Sunshine City

Tokyo Coffee Festival

Get your caffeine fix and then some.

Adachi Firefly Night

A late-night exhibition about the beautiful firefly in Adachi Ward, surrounded by their nighttime glow.

Yokohama Dragon Boat Race

Rooted in a 2,000-year-old Chinese tradition, this race sees teams of paddlers power through the waves, their strokes perfectly in sync with the pounding of drums.

Hibiya Music Festival

Sounds of more than 50 artists will cover the area of Hibiya Park and Tokyo Hibiya Midtown for free.

Shimokita Railway Festival

Grab a beer and listen to great music from local bands at Shimokita Railway Festival.

Vietnam Festival 2026

The Vietnam Festival in Yoyogi Park has food, drink, entertainment, and traditional folk art.

Ueno Korean Festival

K-pop, kimchi, and Korean tradition mingle in Ueno Park.