This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For February 13-19
You Have Me S-mitten
Enjoy the crisp winter weather this week with outdoor flea markets, snow parks and all things strawberry. There are also educational information sessions for your little ones and yourself so be sure to RSVP if you can!
© Photo by Laurus International School of SciencePresentation & Q&A For Families
Laurus School Secondary Orientation In English
Laurus International School of Science provides children with the ability and skills they need to navigate their future, and to become innovators who can contribute positively to the world in uncertain times. Laurus uses the Cambridge Curriculum combined with its original STEM curriculum as its two pillars of education. They also teach literacy, programming and Japanese language. Laurus International School of Science will be holding a secondary school orientation session featuring a presentation and Q&A for families. Their new school building will also be open to visit. Places are limited so reservations must be made in advance online. They ask that only one family member participates alone (without their children). All participants will be required to wear a facemask, disinfect hands and bring indoor slippers.
- Date
- SAT, FEB. 18, 2023
- Time
- 1:30 P.M. - 2 P.M. (JAPANESE SESSION: 10 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.)
- Location
- Shiba Kokusai Bldg. 4-1-30 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FREE! (RESERVATION REQUIRED)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: PARENTS WHOSE CHILDREN WILL ENTER SECONDARY SCHOOL IN THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
© Photo by www.7artscafe.co.jpAn Morning of Fun
Eat with Meraki: Mediterranean Cooking Workshop
Head to 7ArtsCafe in Yokohama and learn all about the benefits of Mediterranean cooking with Rie Grant. It's a hand-on workshop that will teach you precisely how to cook up simple, gluten free dishes and at the end you'll get to eat them too! If you miss the February workshop they'll be hosting one in March as well.
- Date
- Mon, Feb 13, 2023 and Mon, March 8, 2023
- Time
- 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
- Location
- 7ArtsCafe, 1−3 Okonogi 2 Building 1F, Sueyoshicho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa, - Map
- Fee
- ¥5,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FOODIES, FRIENDS AND COUPLES
© Photo by npo_posseHave Your Questions Answered
Non-Profit Organization: Posse Forum
Posse is an NPO based in Japan that advocates for foreign workers. At this meet up, you'll be able to consult with their staff over food and drinks about any problems you may be encountering as a foreigner working in Japan. It's a great way to have your concerns aired out and get professional advice. This event happens over two weekends so don't miss out!
- Date
- Sun, Feb. 12 and Sun, Feb 19, 2023
- Time
- 2 P.M. - 5 P.M.
- Location
- Cafe Take Heart 2F, 1−16−12 Honada Mansion 1 Kitamachi, Warabi, Saitama - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: JOB SEEKERS, PEOPLE WITH VISA INQUIRIES
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, FEB 19, 2023
- 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
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 2023
- Time
- 10 A.M.-4 P.M.
- Location
- SAKAMIKO RESORT, 1634 WAKAYANAGI, MIDORI-KU, SAGAMIHARA-SHI, KANAGAWA - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,800 (ADULTS), ¥1,200 (KIDS) TO ENTER THE RESORT, PLUS ¥800 FOR SNOW PARK ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, CHILDREN
Taste Of Spring
Yokohama Strawberry Festival
Getting sick of the cold and can’t wait for spring to arrive? Then come on down to Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse to get a head start to spring at a major festival full of strawberry tasting opportunities. There will be around 20 booths, each offering their most Instagrammable and delicious treats. Enjoy the differences!
- Date
- FRI, FEB. 2-MON, FEB. 26, 2023
- Time
- 11 A.M.-6 P.M.
- Location
- YOKOHAMA RED BRICK WAREHOUSE, 1-1 SHINKO, NAKA-KU, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA - Map
- Fee
- ¥300
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, SOLO OUTINGS, STRAWBERRY LOVERS
Slide Your Way
Ice Skating at Tokyo Midtown
The outdoor ice skating rink at Tokyo Midtown is one of the largest in the city, with a capacity of 210 people. It’s perfect for beginners and advanced skaters alike, and children are welcome, making this a great family outing right in the center of the city. For a fun, romantic date option head to the rink after 5 p.m., when the lights on the surrounding trees are switched on.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, FEB 26, 2023
- Time
- 11 A.M.-9 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO MIDTOWN (GRASS SQUARE), 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- WEEKDAY: ¥2,100 (ADULT), ¥1,600 (CHILD) WEEKEND: ¥2,500 (ADULT), ¥2,000 (CHILD)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Dolphin Dance
Bright Crystal Night Performance
Spend a heartwarming time at Maxell Aqua Park’s night-only performance, where dolphins beautifully dance in a venue surrounded by stars and ornaments drawn up by projection mapping. There are five types of seasonal, limited menu items at the Coral Cafe Bar, where you can enjoy a drink while looking out at the aquarium. A starry night sky will color the exhibition area where illuminations and jellyfish unique to this season light up and dance along with the music.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH TUE, FEB. 28, 2023
- Time
- 5:30 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.
- Location
- Maxell Aqua Park, 4−10−30 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- ¥2,300 (GENERAL)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
© Photo by Hyatt Centric GinzaAfternoon Tea Favorites In The City
Tokyo’s Strawberry Sweet Sets for Valentine’s Day 2023
Treat your girlfriends or your significant other to an afternoon sampling the best of what strawberry season has to offer! It's a great way to spend time indoors, catch up and take in the views of the city.
- Date
- Various
- Time
- Various
- Location
- Various
- Fee
- Various
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS
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