This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For April 19-25

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.

Be The Pride!

Online Event: Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2021

The annual Tokyo Rainbow Week goes online this year to host a series of talks, seminars, live shows and exciting parties with the purpose of raising awareness about diversity, equality and the needs of Japan's LGBT community. If you believe in love and equality, join the online crowd!

Date

SAT, APR. 24 - SUN, APR. 25, 2021

Time

1 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: LGBTQ+, COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIes

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Discover Your Passion

Online Event: Minne Workshop Funfest

Minne's first online workshop event offers a variety of workshops that you can participate in from anywhere in the world. Choose a workshop you want to join and give it your best shot! Enjoy some fun craft time and be treated with your finished product!

Date

NOW THROUGH THU, APR. 29, 2021

Time

ANY TIME

Location

ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, THOSE IN NEED OF A THERAPEUTIC SESSION

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For Our Future

Online Event: Climate Live Japan

The Climate Live Japan Executive Committee will be streaming an online concert on YouTube this weekend to raise awareness of the changing nature of our planet’s climate. 40 different countries around the world will participate in the stream with online access from almost anywhere. Japanese artists such as Little Glee Monster, Anly, Ermhoi and Roho will appear as well as environmental activists who are working to promote climate issues.

Date

SAT, APR. 24, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Acceptance and Inclusion

Buddy Walk Tokyo 2021

Buddy Walk Tokyo 2021 will feature multiple performances and live talk shows that convey World Down Syndrome Day, an ideal activity to entertain your kids while sensibilize them to the cause. The event aims to create a society where everyone can share the joy of being born and living in this world.

Date

SAT, APR. 24, 2021

Time

10 A.M.-3 P.M.

Location

YOYOGI PARK KEYAKI STREET, 2-1 YOYOGI KAMIZONO-CHO, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, ESPECIALLY FAMILIES WITH KIDS

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Cheers!

World Wine Festival

Come taste the best of the world's wine at this massive festival celebrating our favorite drink. More than 120 different types of wines will be on show from different producers such as France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Hungary, USA, Chile, Argentina, Australia, etc. There will be many events, including wine seminars, special movie screenings, and of course, wonderful food pairings, so stop by for a lovely boozy afternoon!

Date

THU, APR. 22-SUN, APR. 25, 2021

Time

3 P.M.-9 P.M. (FRI) 11 A.M.-7 P.M. (SAT) 11 A.M.-4 P.M. (SUN)

Location

Roppongi Hills Hill Side 2F, 6−10−1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE ENTRY

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, DATES, WINE LOVERS

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Antique Shopping Spree

Akasaka Nominoichi in Ark Hills

Looking for a sophisticated place to shop for gifts? Let us suggest Akasaka Nominoichi, an antique fair where you can grab furniture, clothes, jewelry, and so much more. If you get too hungry from all the shopping, you can also stop by for a coffee and homemade cookie break at the numerous food trucks parked in the area.

Date

SUN, APR. 25, 2021

Time

11 A.M.-5 P.M.

Location

ARK HILLS, 1-12-32, AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, PEOPLE WHO ENJOY FLEA MARKETS

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Wine Tasting Tour

Tasting South Australia 2021

Calling all Foodies! Experience South Australia in Tokyo through the premium wine and food of Australia’s gourmet state at Tasting South Australia, 12th Floor, Shibuya Scramble Square. Japan’s leading importers of South Australian wines will be pouring over 40 wines for you to buy by the glass, from some of the world’s most famous wine regions such as Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra and the Adelaide Hills.

Date

SAT, APR. 24, 2021

Time

11 A.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

Shibuya Scramble Square, 2-24-12 Shibuya, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE ENTRY

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: WINE LOVERS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Bed of Flowers

Garden Necklace Yokohama

Stop by this breathtaking massive garden for a complete feast for the eyes and a splendid view of nature at its best form. Held as part of Yokohama City's annual celebration of nature and flowers, the popular Satoyama Garden will display the city's largest flower bed and so much more. Bring your camera and plan to stay at least a few hours because there will be much to see! Those at home can see a 360° panorama of the garden online, too.

Date

NOW THROUGH WED, MAY 5, 2021

Time

9:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M.

Location

SATOYAMA GARDEN, 1442 KAMISHIRANECHO, ASAHI WARD, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA PREFECTURE - Map

Fee

Free

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, Friends, TOURISTS, COUPLES, Instagrammers

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