This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For November 14-15

Autumn Colors, Charities, And Fun In The City

By The Savvy Team |
November 9, 2020 |
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Tokyo's trees are slowly changing colors and the city is wholeheartedly ready to embrace the second best picture-perfect season in Japan: Autumn. Here are our top 10 events for the upcoming weekend, all of which perfectly capture the essence of early autumn — namely, the joy of enjoying the lovely weather!

New Songs, New Musicals

Online Event: The Musical Pioneers

Enjoy an evening of musical theatre with 10 talented performers from all over the world. The event will feature songs from established international songwriters Gus Gowland, Brandon Michael Lowden, Eamonn O'Dwyer, and Stephen Randoy, and from up and coming local songwriters Kevin McHugh, Jon Sabay, and Alex Page. Grab a glass of wine, sit back and relish in some beautiful music!

Date: SAT, NOV. 14-MON, NOV. 16, 2020
Time: 7 P.M. - 11 P.M.
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
Fee: GROUP: ¥1,000 SOLO: ¥500 OR FREE
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: MUSICAL FANS

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Loaves of Happiness

Online Event: Setagaya Bread Festival

Watch Setagaya's popular annual bread festival online this year. Check out a range of delicious bread of all kinds whilst enjoying performances and music to get you in the festival mood. If you see something you like, pop over to their market page and purchase it from there!

Date: SAT, OCT. 14-MON, OCT. 16, 2020
Time: 11 A.M.-5 P.M.
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: BREAD LOVERS

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A Virtual Challenge To End Dependance In Lebanon

Online Event: Virtual Walk From Damascus To Beirut

Join this challenge initiated by REI, and let your feet make a real impact. This virtual walk will lead you from Damascus to Beirut while supporting projects for those displaced by war and persecution. By joining, you will help the provision of baby kits to new mothers in displaced communities in Karen State Myanmar and the organization of women’s health awareness training onsite. As you walk, your progress will be shown on the map and when approaching major cities, you’ll have access to street view and will experience some of Lebanon for yourself.

Date: Sun, Nov. 1-Tue, Dec. 1, 2020
Time: ANY TIME
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
Fee: $15 (~¥1,560)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: those who want to give back

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Early Holiday Shopping

Tokyo American Club's International Bazaar

This popular two-day massive sale offers a wide variety of goods, including holiday gifts, handmade jewellery and accessories, washi and lacquerware, vintage wear and kimono, home decor, art, wood pieces, porcelain, eco-friendly and fair trade collections and other unique items. All proceeds from the sale will support local charities selected by the Women’s Group. The event is free and open to the public, so mark your calendar and open up your gift fund—this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Date: MON, NOV. 9-TUE, NOV. 10, 2020
Time: MON: 12 A.M.–8 P.M. TUE: 10 A.M.–3 P.M.
Location: Tokyo American Club, 2-1-2 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: Recommended for: Friends, Shopaholics, People who want to do their holiday shopping now

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I Like To Move It Move It

Pink Ribbon For Charity International Dance Fitness

Join a 90-minute charity dance fitness event in support of breast cancer with five instructors from five different countries! Get fit and support a great cause. And don’t forget to wear something pink!

Date: SUN, NOV. 15, 2020
Time: 1 P.M. - 2:40 P.M.
Location: Shinjuku Cosmic Sports Center, 3-1-2 Okubo, Shinjuku, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ¥1,500
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, DANCE FANS

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Snow Bank Pay It Forward

Tokyo Snow Festival 2020

A man-made snow land featuring a snowboarding slope will be constructed in Yoyogi Park event square. Other activities such as skateboarding, slacklining, bouldering, and talk/music shows will also be available. In addition to promoting interest in snowboarding and skating, the event also raises awareness for the need of more bone marrow and blood donors.

Date: SAT, NOV. 14-SUN, NOV. 15, 2020
Time: 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
Location: YOYOGI PARK, 2-1 YOYOGIKAMIZONOCHO, SHIBUYA, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: SKATERS, SNOWBOARDERS, FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

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Winter Lights

Tokyo Dome City Smile Illumination

Tokyo Dome City is decorated in happy LED lights with illumination attractions resembling the Edo period and the essence of traditional Japan. It's never too early to marvel at the sparkling lights with your loved ones!

Date: FRI, NOV. 13-FRI, DEC. 25, 2020
Time: 5 P.M.-12 A.M.
Location: TOKYO DOME CITY, 1-3 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS

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Day Of The Rooster

Asakusa Tori No Ichi

Tori No Ichi is a traditional festival that has been held in Asakusa since the Edo period at Ootori Shrine and Chokokuji Temple. The festivities go on all night with food stalls and amazing displays of traditional items such as kumade rakes. You can also purchase the traditional kumade rakes which are decorated with gold and silver.

Date: FRI, NOV. 13 - SAT, NOV. 14, 2020
Time: ALL DAY
Location: CHOKOKUJI TEMPLE, 3-19-6 SENZOKU, TAITO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Old Is Gold

Oedo Antique Market

Inspired by traditional flea markets in Europe, this treasure hunting event brings together serious antique collectors and handmade artists displaying rare objects for bargain prices. As a general rule, the Oedo Antique Market will be open every first and third Sunday. Stop by to find your own new gem for your home and wardrobe!

Date: SUN, NOV. 15, 2020
Time: 9 A.M.-4 P.M.
Location: TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM EVENT SPACE, 3-5-1 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: TREASURE HUNTERS

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Resonance of Gold and Birthstone

Yomiuriland Jewellumination

Yomiuriland turns into a “jewellery fantasy” bringing together light, color and “brilliant” music. If originality isn’t enough to get you through the ticket gate, then a sunset or after dark gondola ride from Keio Yomiuriland Station to the theme park’s entrance should be. This is a really beautiful way to view this particular illumination, without the crowds and in some relative peace and quiet, before you get in amongst it. And the view from above is just breathtaking, especially watching the rides in operation under the twinkling night sky.

Date: NOW THROUGH SUN, APR. 4, 2021
Time: 10 A.M.-8:30 P.M.
Location: YOMIYURILAND, 4015-1 YANOKUCHI, INAGI, TOKYO - Map
Fee: NIGHT PASS: ¥1,500 (ADULTS) ¥500-800 (CHILD)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Scent Of Autumn

Jingugaien Ginkgo

Unfortunately the Ginkgo Festival in Jingugaien has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus, but that doesn't mean you can't stroll along and see the marvelous yellow leaves along the ginkgo alley anyway! Take a walk with some loved ones and enjoy the autumn view.

Date: NOW THROUGH END OF DECEMBER
Time: ALL DAY
Location: Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue, 1 MINATO, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, SOLO DATES

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What are your plans for the weekend? If you’re organizing a fun or interesting event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!

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