This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For Aug. 29 – Sep. 4

As summer slowly comes to pass here are this week's seasonal roundups of events, festivals and performances you shouldn't miss out on. Whether it be spending an afternoon looking at beautifully crafted works of art or an evening star gazing at Tokyo Skytree, you're spoiled for the choice.

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For the Future

Satoshi Kako: What I Wanted to Convey to Children

Enter the world of children's book author Satoshi Kako in this latest exhibit. Over his lifetime Kako created 600 artworks, most of which were picture books for children. Here you can view Kako's earliest work, animated shows centering on his life after experiencing the war and learn the origin behind his best selling books.

Date

SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, SEP. 4, 2022 (CLOSED TUE, JUL. 26)

Time

10 A.M. - 6 P.M. (UP TO 9:00 P.M. ON FRI AND SAT)

Location

Bunkamura Museum, 2-24-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

CHILDREN FREE (ADULT: ¥1,400)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

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Summer in Full Wing

Eco Edo Nihonbashi Festival

Head over to Nihonbashi for some summer feels. Savor traditional Japanese sweets as you stroll the streets of this historic district donned in a kimono. You can also take the night cruise, see 200 wind chimes line the streets leading up to Fukutoku Shrine and spend time cooling down at the Immersive Museum. Experience summer to the fullest with a day around Nihonbashi.

Date

Fri, JUL. 8-Mon, Sep. 4, 2022

Time

11 A.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

AROUND JR NIHONBASHI STATION AND OTHER - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, COUPLES, INSTAGRAMMERS

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Count The Stars

Tokyo Tower's Milky Way Illumination

Have you ever dreamed of watching the Milky Way unveil before your eyes across the night sky? Well, this summer, although not exactly the actual thing, you can see this in the heart of Tokyo. This weekend, follow the 600-step, star-studded outer staircase up to Tokyo Tower’s main observatory for a 360° Milky Way illumination. Inspired by the Tanabata love story legend, this is the perfect place to take that special someone out this summer.

Date

Now through Sun, Sep. 4, 2022

Time

9 A.M.-11 P.M.

Location

TOKYO TOWER, MAIN OBSERVATORY 1F, 4-2-8, SHIBAKOEN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥1,200 (GENERAL)

Info

Recommended for: Couples, Families, Friends, Instagrammers

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Take a Dip

Yomiuriland Night Pool

For only 36 nights of the year, Yomiuriland in Inagi city holds an annual night pool event for summer. Aside from their staple water attractions like their slides or wave pools, expect a light up event to shine all through the night. Spend your evening with friends with a ride down the lazy river while the season lasts.

Date

SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, SEP. 4, 2022

Time

5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Location

4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥2,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES

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© Photo by Tokyu Theatre Orb

Circus Prince

The Broadway Musical Pippin

This weekend is the last chance to catch an amazing performance full of acrobatic fun; telling you the story of Pippin, a young prince who longs to find passion and adventure in his life. Although the songs will be performed in Japanese, the craft of the show is that of a circus which means you can enjoy the story whatever your language level. It's a fun-filled indoor option for all the family to enjoy.

Date

TUE, AUG. 30 - MON, SEP. 19, 2022

Time

12 P.M., 1 P.M., 5:00 P.M., 6:00 P.M.

Location

THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11TH FLOOR 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥6,000-¥14,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: CIRCUS LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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© Photo by National Museum of Western Art

Featuring Works from World Renowned Artists

In Dialogue with Nature

Made in collaboration with the Museum Folkwang in Germany, this special exhibit commemorates the grand post-renovation reopening of the museum. The exhibit features works by Monet, Van Gogh and several other celebrated artists.

Date

SAT, JUN. 4 - SUN, SEP. 11, 2022

Time

9:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

Location

7-7 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥2,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ART ENTHUSIASTS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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Loosen Up Those Knots

Try our Tips to Relieve Back Pain

Working a desk job can sometimes come with some disadvantages. With working from home still a common occurrence, there's less room to move. This can leave us to feeling sedentary and lead to some body aches and pains. Try our tips to relieving back pain with our SavvyTokyo guide.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

WHEREVER YOU WORK

Fee

FREE

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE WORKING FROM HOME

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© Photo by Heidi Sarol

Coffee or tea anyone?

Go Cafe Hopping

Itching for a change of pace? Explore the city and try working from any of these tried and tested SavvyTokyo recommend cafes with free Wi-Fi. You might just end up finding your next favorite cafe.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

VARIED

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: COFFEE LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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