This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For Feb. 28-Mar. 6
Dolls, Kitties And Tasty Treats
We're happy to welcome March and its hints of spring with a list of events for everyone in the family. On the agenda are an online food event, a cat festival, a daruma fair and so much more. Enjoy!
Experience Japan In One Day
Online Event: Furushoku
Visiting all of Japan's 47 prefectures is a time (and cash)-consuming experience, but luckily a few people got together and came up with a single online festival that brings the best of the best all the way from Hokkaido to Okinawa. Explore traditional Japanese local specialties and more from all around Japan. One of the largest cultural food events of the year, this one is a real gem and can be accessed right from home this year!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAR. 5, 2022
- Time
- VARIED (SEE ONLINE)
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FANS OF JAPANESE FOOD AND CULTURE
Feline Good
Cat Festival
We all love cats here in Japan, right? Well if you are a feline lover this one-day craft festival is for you! The festival will be hosting a variety of product booths and a workshop to create items with cat motifs by 40 cat good creators! There will also be a special stage show with classical music performances too.
- Date
- SAT, FEB. 22, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.- 4 P.M.
- Location
- NATIONWIDE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS HALL, 3 CHOME-6-1 YUSHIMA, BUNKYO CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: CAT LOVERS, CAT OWNERS, CRAFTY PEOPLE, FAMILIES
Snow Fever
Sagamiko Resort's Snow Park
We haven’t been able to see much snow in Tokyo yet this year. Sagamiko Resort in Kanagawa, however, has got us covered — its Snow Park is a vast area (6,000 sq. meters) covered in snow where kids can play all day long, ride they sleds (or tubes!), build snowmen and enjoy the winter weather to the fullest. Best thing? It's so close to Tokyo that you can easily make it a day trip! Plus there are heaps of other attractions around the resort you can enjoy as well.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH EARLY MARCH 2022
- Time
- 10 A.M.-4 P.M.
- Location
- tion SAKAMIKO RESORT, 1634 WAKAYANAGI, MIDORI-KU, SAGAMIHARA-SHI, KANAGAWA - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,900 (ADULTS), ¥1,200 (KIDS) TO ENTER THE RESORT, PLUS ¥800 FOR SNOW PARK ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, CHILDREN
Make a Wish
Daruma Doll Fair
Jindaiji Temple in Chofu will be hosting one of the biggest daruma doll markets in Japan with over 300 stalls selling the iconic red and round traditional good luck figures. The unique scenery featuring dolls scattered across the temple's grounds and in front of its gates is a must-see event for visitors and residents alike. Experience this traditional Japanese festival that dates back to the Edo period. Some events have been cancelled due to the coronavirus.
- Date
- THU, MAR. 3-FRI, MAR. 4, 2022
- Time
- 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M.
- Location
- JINDAIJI TEMPLE, 5-15-1 JINDAIJI MOTOMACHI, CHOFU-SHI, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE
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, MAR. 6, 2022
- Time
- 9 A.M.-4 P.M.
- Location
- tion TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM EVENT SPACE, 3-5-1 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TREASURE HUNTERS
Yawn!
Try Expert Sleep Remedies
A good night’s sleep is vital for achieving emotional balance, regaining strength, keeping your weight in check and basically feeling healthy. The average person will spend approximately one-third of her life sleeping, but experts agree that it is not quantity that matters, but quality. Read our simple tips and Japan-based remedies to help you get the most out of your shut-eye so you can wake up looking forward to the day.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TIRED PEOPLE
No Gym, No Problem
Try Some Fun At-Home Workouts
Stay fit indoors and have fun while doing it! Working out at home doesn't have to be repetitive pushups and situps, try any (or all) of these creative at-home ways to stay active in style.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HEALTH JUNKIES
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
What are your plans for the weekend? If you’re organizing a fun or interesting online event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!
Attending any of these events? Send us photos through Facebook or Instagram for a chance to be published on the site. #SavvyTokyo
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