Events in Tokyo

Kōtō Fireworks Festival

This is Kōtō Ward's annual fireworks festival.

Ueno Summer Festival

Cool off in the summer heat at Ueno Summer Festival. A traditional Japanese festival with all the fixings and plenty of things to do!

Zama Sunflower Festival

See 550,000 bright yellow sunflowers in all their glory at the Zama Sunflower Festival.

Hokusai Exhibition: Another Story in Tokyo

Woodblock prints by iconic Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, like you've never seen before.

Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Exhibition

An exhibition for the latest series of Mobile Suit Gundam.

Oedo Beer Festival Summer

A craft beer festival with over 20 breweries from around Japan.

Asagaya Tanabata Festival

Asagaya Tanabata Festival is a Star Festival in the Tokyo neighborhood of Asagaya.

W Hero Festival

Enjoy dramatic shows, purchased themed merchandise and food, and just indulge in your love for tokusatsu at this unique event.

Sonicmania 2025

Get warmed-up for Summer Sonic with the late-night party the day before.

Nagatoro Funadama Boat Lantern Festival

Fireworks and lanterns go hand in hand on the water at the Nagatoro Funadama Boat Festival.

Gacha Gacha 60th Anniversary Exhibition

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the invention of capsule toys (gachapon) in Japan.

Hakone Daimonji-yaki

Enjoy Obon's festive atmosphere in one of Japan's most scenic locations, with food stalls and music to keep you company through the fireworks.

Asakusa Tōrō Nagashi Lantern Floating

Asakusa Toro Nagashi is a beautiful evening event with candle-lit lanterns sent floating down the Sumida River.

Meiji Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival

Watch the fireworks fly at Jingu Stadium, in easy reach of the Yamanote Line.

Ghost in the Shell Exhibition

An exhibition of the art of Masamune Shirow, artist of the cult classic Ghost in the Shell.

Ohi Racecourse Flea Market

One of the biggest flea markets in Tokyo, there's almost nothing you won't be able to find amongst the rows of stalls and tarps. Feel free to haggle while you hunt, it's all part of the appeal …

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.

Summer Sonic 2025

Summer Sonic is a summer music festival with international and local artists.

Hanazono Shrine Antique Market

Blue skies are the perfect time to visit this small antique fair. Enjoy some casual browsing without the pressure and noise of the larger markets.

Fukagawa Festival

Officially one of the big three Shintō festivals of Tokyo.

Billie Eilish Live in Japan

Anticipate a setlist featuring tracks from Eilish’s critically acclaimed third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, including her Grammy-nominated hit.

Minato Mirai Bon Dance Festival

Minato Mirai Bon Dance Festival is an annual Bon festival held on the waterfront in Yokohama.

Shimokitazawa Awa Odori Festival

Shimokitazawa Awa Odori Festival is a traditional dance festival that takes place each year in Shimokitazawa.