Events in Tokyo

Vietnam Festival 2025

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

Shimokita Railway Festival

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

Fussa Firefly Festival

Enjoy a traditional Japanese festival with a suprise. Amongst the crowds bustling through the food stalls and festival dances, watch the night sky light up with hundreds of fireflies.

Torigoe Matsuri

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

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.

Kugayama Firefly Festival

This is a chance to see fireflies in an unlikely urban setting.

Hibiya Music Festival

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

Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival

The roads will be closed and the whole town of Tsukiji will take to the streets to celebrate the annual Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival at Namiyoke Shrine.

Katsushika Iris Festival

Surround yourself with the beauty of thousands of irises.

Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival

Head to Odawara Castle for a pastel flower paradise of hydrangeas and irises.

Keisei Rose Garden

Ever wanted to step into the magical world of Alice in Wonderland? See the beautiful sight of 10,000 roses as well as enjoy other fun attractions.

Sri Lanka Festival 2025

Head to the Sri Lanka Festival for Sri Lankan food, drink, and cultural workshops.

Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival

Get your fill of hydrangeas (ajisai in Japanese) at the annual Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival. Also check out the concert, procession, and free toothbrushes.

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.

Yokohama Sparkling Twilight

Wander the seafront at Yokohama in the morning for the parades of ships and shrines, before settling into the teeming Yamashita Park for the evening fireworks display

Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park

Visitors head straight for the food stalls at the annual Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park.

Oku Asakusa Bon Odori Festival

The newest Bon Odori festival is held in Sanyabori Square in Sumida Park.

Spring Rose Festival

Feast your eyes on 200 roses at the Spring Rose Festival at Kyu-Furukawa Gardens.

Takahata Fudōson Hydrangea Festival

Get that shot of hydrangeas framing a pagoda while enjoying some typical festival food and events.

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.

Tokyo City Pop Fireworks

Watch fireworks while vibing to nostalgic city pop tunes.

Hachiōji Summer Market

Hachiōji Summer Market has it all, including local crafts, delicious food and plenty of nods to tradition.

Shitamachi Tanabata

Shitamachi Tanabata is a Star Festival in Tokyo.

Tokyo Tower Tanabata Festival

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