This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For July 18-24

This week is for learning more about the world around you. From stories behind famous book characters, different cultures across Japan and even the plants in your own backyard.

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Local Festival

Ueno Summer Festival

Spread across two weeks, this summer festival boasts of attractions for every age group. Expect an antique market near Shinobazu Pond, a monkey show and live musical performances. There will also be delicious festival snacks at food booths and other entertaining events for the crowd!

Date

SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, JUL. 31, 2022

Time

3 P.M.-8 P.M.

Location

UENO PARK, 2 UENO KOEN, TAITO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS

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Down the Rabbit Hole

Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser

Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser seeks to trace back the influence Alice in Wonderland has gained throughout the 19th century until today. From illustrations to movies, ballet costume pieces and even designer items the likes of Vivienne Westwood, expect to see a vast collection of all things related to Alice in Wonderland.

Date

SAT, JUL. 16 - MON, OCT. 10 , 2022

Time

10 A.M. - 8 P.M. (until 6 P.M. on MON, TUE AND WED)

Location

Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 52F, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

ADULT: ¥2,100 (WEEKDAY) ¥2,300 (WEEKEND), CHILD: ¥700 (WEEKDAY) ¥900 (WEEKEND)

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, ALICE IN WONDERLAND FANS

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Get Crafty

Handmade in Japan Festival 2022

Spend a weekend meeting all kinds of creatives at the Handmade in Japan Festival. This even aims to bring together different artists from hobbyists to professionals. Watch live painting sessions, join a workshop or two or even splurge on some handmade crafts of your own.

Date

SAT, JUL. 23 - SUN, JUL. 24, 2022

Time

11 A.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Tokyo Big Site East Hall, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥1,300

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, CREATIVES

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Go Exploring

Tropical Plant Land

The Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden is a botanical garden located in Hikarigaoka, Nerima City. One of the major attractions of Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden are its seasonal blooms, especially roses. This summer, have your little ones learn more about the world around them. Limited to 100 participants, you'll be given a map to show you which plants in the garden you need to track down. If you're successful you'll be given a voucher to enjoy a mini rose soft serve (cafe business days only).

Date

SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, AUG. 28, 2022 (CLOSED ON TUE)

Time

10 A.M. - 4 P.M.

Location

Shinki No Kaori Rose Garden, 5-2 Hikarigaoka, Nerima City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

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© Photo by Kazuyuki Kawaguchi

A Closer Look

Okinawan Prospects

In this exhibit by Kazuyuki Kawaguchi, he highlights Okinawa through the lens of change. See which aspects of Okinawa have evolved throughout the early 2000's to present day and what has stayed the same.

Date

THU, JUL. 14 - SUN, JUL. 24, 2022

Time

12 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

Photographers’ Gallery, 2-16-11, Shinjuku City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, CREATIVES

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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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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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Are You A Spring, Summer, Autumn Or Winter Type?

Find Your Seasonal Color Palette

What is your color palette? You might be struggling to find the perfect color combination for your dream wardrobe. Fear no more, seasonal color experts in Japan have a way to help you choose what or what not to wear. Exploding in popularity among Japanese fashionistas, seasonal color analysis—Japan-style—is the answer to your fashion prayers. See more info link.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

VARIED

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FASHION FANS

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