July 14th, 2019
Tokyo Events This Week: Brazil Day, Fireworks and Handmade in Japan Festival
Tokyo events for Monday, July 15 to Sunday, July 21, 2019
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Kawasaki (川崎) is the name of a city in Kanagawa Prefecture and the name of a ward within the city. This guide refers to the ward which is located in the southeast of Kawasaki City. Kawasaki Station is a major rail hub on the JR Tokaido Line, Nambu Line, Keihin-tohoku Line and the Keihin Main Line. The station is surrounded by large scale retail developments, cinema complexes and other entertainment.
The most well known festivals in Kawasaki are the Kanamaru Matsuri or ‘penis festival’ held on the first Sunday of April and Japan’s biggest Halloween Parade held on the Sunday at the end of October closest to Halloween.
Articles about Kawasaki
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April 1st, 2019
Tokyo Events This Week: The Kanamara Penis Festival and Sakura Cont’d
Tokyo events for Monday, April 1 to Sunday, April 7, 2019
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March 21st, 2019
April 2019: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo
A chance to see the infamous penis festival, horseback archery, a courtesan parade and more!
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Events in Kawasaki
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Kawasaki Halloween & Pride Parade 2019
2:30pm – 3:45pm
Free
Parade
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Haisai Festa
10:00am – 8:00pm
Free
Festival
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Ratha Yatra 2020
10:00am – 8:00pm
Free
Fireworks
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Kawasaki Daishi Fuurin-Ichi
10:00am – 6:00pm
Free
Market
Restaurants and cafés in Kawasaki
Eating & Drinking in Kawasaki
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November 27th, 2015
Sweets Paradise Tokyo: All-You-Can-Eat Desserts
Does your propensity for sweets extend far beyond a few forkfuls of precious pastry? Is your sweets-centric regimen a […]
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December 16th, 2014
Hanbey: A Cheap Trip Back to the Showa Period
I’m not a time travel expert, but I think if it existed today, it would be extremely expensive. While I’m […]
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April 15th, 2014
Tenya: Cheapo Tempura Chain
Adopted and adapted from a Portuguese recipe in the 16th century, tempura has become a signature part of Japanese […]
- March 19th, 2014
Caffé Veloce: Cheapo-Friendly Caffeine and Sandwiches
- January 24th, 2014
Denny's for Basics and Brunch
- December 26th, 2013
Hako Soba – The Working Man's Noodle Shop
- September 30th, 2013
Omusubi Gonbei – Cheap, Classy Rice Balls
- August 23rd, 2013
Seto Udon – Spacious, Relaxing Noodle Shop
- July 2nd, 2013
Genki Sushi – Fresh, Cheap, and in English!
- January 25th, 2013
French Breads and Japanese Tastes Swirl Together at Mont Thabor Bakery
- January 11th, 2013
Ichiran – Customize your own Bowl of Ramen
- December 5th, 2012
A Merry-Sushi-Go-Round at Ganso Zushi
- November 28th, 2012
Soupy Soup Days at Soup Stock Tokyo
- November 19th, 2012
Sanuki Udon Hanamaru – A Sit-down Meal for 105yen
- November 12th, 2012
Cheapo Sushi: Sushizanmai
- May 4th, 2012
Saizeriya
Entertainment in Kawasaki
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October 9th, 2018
Top 25 Easy Day Trips from Tokyo
There's a destination for every taste!
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September 26th, 2018
October 2018: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo
Halloween parties, grand tea ceremonies, the Kawagoe Festival and more to keep you entertained.
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July 27th, 2018
5 Alternatives to Tsukiji Fish Market
Lesser-known Tokyo fish markets and street markets.
- July 5th, 2018
Tokyo BBQ Spots: Summer Eats and Sunny Days
- July 10th, 2017
Anata no Warehouse: The Dystopian Arcade Just for Adults
- May 24th, 2017
A Day in Showa Tokyo: Top 5 Showa Sightseeing Spots in the Capital
- December 9th, 2016
Taro Okamoto: Abstract Art at Cheapo Prices
- August 24th, 2016
Tokyo Cheapo 101: Beginner’s Guide to Tokyo
- July 21st, 2016
Cheap Tokyo Massage: De-stress for Less
- February 24th, 2016
Early Spring 2016: March-April Events Not to Miss
- August 28th, 2015
Sep–Oct Tokyo Cheapo Calendar: 5 Autumn Events Not to Miss
- August 16th, 2015
Cheap Karaoke in Tokyo
- July 10th, 2015
Spanish Street Artist Pejac Politically Transforms Tokyo
- March 3rd, 2015
Spring 2015 Cheapo Calendar: 5 Events Not to Miss
- October 23rd, 2012
Uta Hiroba Karaoke
Shopping in Kawasaki
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August 23rd, 2018
Haul away from Home: Import Stores in Tokyo to Cure Your Cravings
If you're in Japan long enough to start missing your favorite foods, fear not, these Tokyo import stores are stocked!
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How to Buy a Kimono in Tokyo Without Breaking the Bank
Kimono never go out of style—read our insider tips and tricks to buying one of the most sought-after Japanese souvenirs.
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June 4th, 2013
Off House: Furnish Your Apartment Without Selling Your Soul to Pay for It
Anyone can tell you Japan is expensive. In an earlier post, we showed you how to skip some of the expensive realtor fees […]
- April 30th, 2013
Seria: the Classiest 100 yen Shop in Tokyo
- April 23rd, 2013
Hard Off Tokyo: Affordable Electronics, Instruments, and Recycled “Junk”
- April 16th, 2013
Uniqlo: The Best Things in Life are Cheap
- April 10th, 2013
Okashi no Machioka – Cheapo 'Dagashi' Sweet Shop
- October 30th, 2012
3 Coins (and some change)
- May 8th, 2012
Tokyo’s Cheapest Supermarket? – OK
Living in Kawasaki
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5 Easy Ways to Recycle Clothes in Tokyo
A lot of cheapos have asked us how to go about recycling their used but still perfectly decent threads, so we’ve […]
Recommended hotels near Kawasaki
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