Events This Weekend in Tokyo

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.

Torigoe Matsuri

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

International Tokyo Toy Show

Get your dolls, Sonic plushies, and more at Japan's biggest toy trade show.

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.

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.

Bad Mary from New York Tokyo Tour

Bad Mary from New York is finally returning to Tokyo for another rock’n’roll tour. If you are in the mood for some 1970s New York-style rock with a whole lot of Tokyo 1990s flavor, …

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 at …

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.

Katsushika Iris Festival

Surround yourself with the beauty of thousands of irises.

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.

Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival

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

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.

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.

Detective Conan Pop-Up Café

Take the chance to see Detective Conan in a themed café.

Forest Beer Garden

Forest Beer Garden is the perfect summer evening activity, think chill vibes outdoors with drinks.