This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For November 1-7

The coronavirus situation continues across Japan, especially in Tokyo. For the sake of yourself and others, we recommend that you take whatever precautions necessary when leaving your home. To keep you entertained, we have some recommendations for things you can do at home this week, along with a few events happening online and around the city.

Bright Future Of Cinema

Online Event: Tokyo FilmEx 2021

Tokyo FilmEx is an international film festival which focuses on new and independent feature films from Asia. Alongside a competition program for young emerging Asian filmmakers and other screening programs, stage appearances by actors and symposiums are also planned to discover the masterworks of independent filmmakers from around the world.

Date

NOW THROUGH SAT, NOV. 7, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

ONLINE, Yurakucho Asahi Hall, Trust Cinema Yurakucho - Map

Fee

VARIED

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FILM LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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Tradition Meets Street Dance

Online Event: Dream Yosakoi Matsuri

One of Japan's most powerful and colorful traditional dance is now known worldwide, and this event aims to further spread the joy of Yosakoi. Come witness teams from all around the nation gather to perform in one of Japan's largest yosakoi festivals―you might even get a chance to dance with them! Watch the performances live from home with the 360 degree VR experience.

Date

SAT, NOV. 6 - SUN, NOV. 7, 2021

Time

3:30 P.M.-8 P.M.

Location

ONLINE - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS, FRIENDS, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS

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For International Residents Living in Japan

Expat Expo Tokyo 2021

The Expat Expo Tokyo 2020 is a special new event organised to help international residents living in Japan. Vendors will be offering a range of information for international residents to find English-friendly services provided by local businesses, governments and associations. There will also be fun performances and events that visitors are able to join for free alongside seminars and presentations by professionals.

Date

FRI, NOV. 5 - SAT, NOV. 6, 2021

Time

10 A.M.-5 P.M.

Location

TOKYO WORLD GATE, 4-1 TORANOMON, MINATO CITY, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES AND RESIDENTS

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Ebisuchan And Taiboy

Ebisu Cultural Festival 2021

This year's Ebisu Cultural Festival celebrates its 11th anniversary, and will be simultaneously celebrated online as well as in person so everyone can enjoy it! At the Center Square stage of Yebisu Garden Place local kids and adults will be holding dance performances and talk shows. Workshops will also be held for those watching online.

Date

SAT, OCT. 23 - SUN, NOV. 7, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

YEBISU GARDEN PLACE, 4-20 EBISU, SHIBUYA, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Design and Style

Tokyo Midtown Design Touch 2021

Drop by Roppongi this week to get your creativity flowing! This event is aimed to bring good design closer to our everyday lives, and we're especially excited for the unique installation where you get a futuristic experience of a colorful mountainous spread. It'll feel like you're walking through a Dr. Seuss book in the making!

Date

FRI, OCT. 15-WED, NOV. 3, 2021

Time

ALL DAY

Location

TOKYO MIDTOWN, 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO CITY, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES AND KIDS, DESIGNERS

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Holiday Lights

Tokyo Dome City Winter 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. 5-MON, FEB. 28, 2021

Time

5 P.M.-12 A.M.

Location

TOKYO DOME CITY, 1-3 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS

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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. 7, 2021

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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Glowing Worlds

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 APRIL, 2022

Time

10 A.M.-8:30 P.M.

Location

YOMIYURILAND, 4015-1 YANOKUCHI, INAGI, TOKYO - Map

Fee

NIGHT PASS: ¥1,800 (ADULTS) ¥1000-1500 (CHILD)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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