This Golden Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For April 26-May 9
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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 this Golden Week, we have some recommendations for things you can do at home, along with a few events happening online and around the city.
Latin Fiesta
Online Event: Cinco de Mayo
Get in a groovy Latin mood, loosen up and come celebrate Mexico's best-known festival in Japan online. There will be a series of past shows available to stream like mariachi bands, salsa and samba dancing. Known as one of the most “international” festivals in Japan, it is a great chance to enjoy the interactive entertainment with family at home.
- Date
- SUN, May 4-MON, May 5, 2021
- Time
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: LATINA FANS, TEX-MEX FOODIES, SALSA AND SAMBA DANCERS, FRIENDS
Run With The World
Online Event: Wings For Life
Download the Wings for Life World Run App and start running with thousands of people around the world at the exact same time. You'll run as far as you can until the Catcher Car passes you. And you'll be doing all that running not only for yourself but for a good cause. 100% of your starting fees goes into spinal cord research and will help to find a cure for spinal cord injury.
- Date
- SUN, MAY 9, 2021
- Time
- FROM 8 P.M. (11 A.M. UTC)
- Location
- ANYWHERE
- Fee
- ¥2,700
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Discover Your Passion
Online Event: Japan Hobby Show Charity Auction
The Japan Hobby Show which was supposed to start from today has unfortunately been canceled. Instead, you can go online to their charity auction to buy a mask made by some of Japan's famous celebrities and designers!
- Date
- Tue, Apr. 27-Wed, May. 5, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
All That Jazz
Online Event: Jazz Auditoria
Get your groove on at the highly anticipated online jazz celebration. Click on by for live performances by Blue Note Tokyo All-Star Orchestra, Cuban Neo-soul artist Dayme Arocena, and other passionate musicians from the capital and beyond. The best part of it is it’s free for all. See program schedule for specific times.
- Date
- Friday, Apr. 30, 2021
- Time
- 12 p.m.-11 p.m.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: JAZZ FANS, MUSIC LOVERS, COUPLES
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Koinobori Tokyo Tower
Watch Koinobori take over the best of Tokyo Tower at 333 meters height. Koinobori, also known as Carp Streamer, is a traditional decoration used to celebrate children and livelihood. An absolute stunning sight to see for the day and night.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH Sun, May 9, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- Tokyo Tower, 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, FAMILIES
Purple Canopy
Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival
Every year around this time, Kameido Tenjin Shrine in Koto Ward attracts thousands of visitors when its famous cascades of hanging purple wisteria (fuji) come to full bloom offering one of the most picturesque sceneries in central Tokyo. Apart from admiring the beautiful flowers, with hourly mini events, the festival is also a great place to enjoy vibrant cultural activities and the regular matsuri food stalls.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH FIRST WEEK OF MAY
- Time
- 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
- Location
- KAMEIDO TENJIN SHRINE, 3-6-1 KAMEIDO, KOTO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- Recommended for: Families, Couples, Friends, Tourists, Instagrammers, Flower photographers, Solo dates
All These Flowers!
Showa Memorial Park Flower Festival
The Tachikawa’s Showa Memorial Park is currently hosting the annual Flower Festival, which includes thousands of beautiful tulips and other colorful spring flowers of all kinds. It's the perfect venue to escape from the crowds of Tokyo and enjoy a slow day in the park. From flower viewing to water play, this park is heaven for family outings!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY 30, 2021
- Time
- 9:30 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- SHOWA MEMORIAL PARK, 3173 MIDORI-CHO, TACHIKAWA-SHI, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥450 (ADULTS)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, INSTAGRAMMERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, SOLO DATES
Mission To Stars
TeNQ Exhibition: Starry Room
Follow the creative exploration and imaginations relating to the stars in the sky. Using projection mapping on dioramas and various new technology planetariums you can experience unique and beautiful views of the Tokyo night’s sky. A perfect event for any space geeks in the city.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY. 9, 2021
- Time
- 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Location
- Space Museum Tenq, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,800
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: STAR GAZERS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Saturday In The Park
Tokyo Midtown: Open The Park
Soak up the sun at Tokyo Midtown's annual spring "Open The Park" event, a series of relaxed and fun open-air activities. On the agenda this year is a stunning decoration of some immense koi-nobori by 112 artists, a Street Art Museum, koinobori workshops for the kids, opportunities to read at the outdoor library, a Hawaii-inspired cafe and more. Grab your picnic basket and spend a day at the park!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY. 30, 2021
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- Tokyo Midtown GRASS SQUARE, 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- Recommended for: Families, Friends, Art lovers, People who want to chill in the park
Avoid The Crowds
More Socially Distanced Things To Do This Golden Week
If you plan well and visit the off-the-beaten tracks Tokyo and its suburbs pride themselves for, you’ll certainly make the best out of your holiday while keeping socially distanced away from corona! Here is a list of Savvy Tokyo-recommended off-the-beaten-track spots and things to do in the wide Kanto area during this Golden Week. See link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- VARIED
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
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