Events in Tokyo

Setagaya Boroichi Market I

Check out this flea market with more than 700 vendors.

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

Shinjuku Chuo Park Flea Market

This is considered a great spot to pick up some vintage items, but it's worth poring over the stalls at this popular spot near the Tokyo Metropolitan building.

Handmade in Japan Festival Winter 2025

Traditional and contemporary design overlaps in this handmade festival. Enjoy poring over the unique gifts and souvenirs made by local and foreign artisans.

Daikoku Matsuri

Daikoku Matsuri is a traditional festival sure to get your year off to a good start.

Earth Garden Winter Festival

Earth Garden is a sustainability focused festival with market stalls, workshops, and live entertainment.

The Oedo Antique Market

The Oedo Antique Market is the largest outdoor antique market in Japan.

Kanda Ogawamachi Snowman Fair

Expect a ton of snow shipped in from Gunma and unique and large snowmen arranged along the sidewalk in Kanda.

Kawagoe Traditional Experience Tour

Get intimate with Kawagoe by delving into its history and participating in activities unique to the area and famous festival.

Usokae Bullfinch Exchange

Usokae Bullfinch Exchange is Kameido Tenjin Shrine's most renowned festival.

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

Winter and Sake Festival

If you like sake and fresh seafood the Winter and Sake Festival in Yoyogi Park is the place for you. Don't miss the live tuna carving demonstration.

January Grand Sumo Tournament

The first of Japan's six annual Sumo Tournaments.

Akasaka Antique Market in Ark Hills

Akasaka Antique Market in Ark Hills is one of the classier flea markets in Tokyo.

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.

Ekiben Tournament

If you're a fan of ekiben (aka station lunchboxes) then this is the event for you. At Ekiben Tournament you can buy ekiben from all over Japan in one handy location in Tokyo.

Charity Fundraising Photography Exhibition by Lisa Knight

Attend this dreamy art exhibition by Tokyo-based photographer Lisa Knight and also give back.

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

Pokémon x Crafts Exhibition

The intersection of iconic Pokémon characters and traditional Japanese crafts. What to expect The familiar faces of Pokémon characters have been turned into unique, one-of-a-kind works of art by …

Mt. Takao Setsubun

Join the throngs of people in throwing beans to cleanse misfortune on the slopes of Mt Takao.

Setsubun Mamemaki (Bean Throwing) Festival

Visit the Setsubun Mamemaki (soya bean throwing) Festival at Zōjōji Temple for good fortune.

Bean Throwing and Dance of the 7 Lucky Gods

Ward off bad luck by throwing beans and dancing at this setsubun celebration.

Shimokitazawa Tengu Festival 2025

Watch out for Tengu on the busy streets of Shimokitazawa! Have your soybeans handy for when you see them, and keep your eyes peeled while enjoying the food stalls and festival.

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