Written by Maria Danuco
Researched by Alexandra Ziminski
Tokyo Pride celebrates Tokyo’s LGBTQ+ community.
No matter your gender or sexual orientation, anyone can enjoy the parades and events. These include performances and booths in Yoyogi Park for LGBTQ+-friendly businesses as well as the annual parade.
What happens?
The parade follows an approximately 3 km route around the Harajuku/Shibuya area. And like any good Pride parade, participants march and ride on floats while dressed in outfits as diverse as the community itself. If you’ve never celebrated Pride in Japan, here’s your annual opportunity.
Schedule 2025
Originally named Tokyo Rainbow Pride, for 2025, the event will take place in June to coincide with Pride Month and be renamed Tokyo Pride.
Highlights 2025
The Pride Festival will take place in Yoyogi Park from June 7 to 8, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be a range of booths. Expect a mix of international and local companies, restaurants, nonprofits, and more. There will also be performances.
The Pride Parade is scheduled to begin at noon on June 8.
From June 6 to 18, catch the Queer Art Exhibition on the third floor of Harakado at Baby The Coffee Brew Club. Visitors get to vote for their favorite artist. The winner will receive ¥100 — a great chance to support local artists working on important themes.
Tickets 2025
Aside from Pride Night, all events are free to attend. Note that Pride Parade requires advance registration. Check the official page for more information.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Add to Calendar
- 0.5 km from Yoyogi-kōen Station Chiyoda Line (C2)
- 0.6 km from Harajuku Station Yamanote Line (JY19)
- 0.7 km from Yoyogi-hachiman Station Odakyu Odawara Line (OH4)
