This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For July 26-August 1

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.

It's Actually Happening

Watch The Tokyo 2020 Olympics

After many delays due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics are finally happening. While many people in Japan are choosing to boycott the Olympics altogether, others were looking forward to seeing the games in person. Unfortunately, vaccinations are still slowly rolling out, and either at home on their television or computer will be their likely viewing experience. For those looking to catch the games, see the link for the most convenient (and official) ways you can watch the Olympics from home in Japan.

Date

NOW THROUGH MON, AUG. 9, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

HOME

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: SPORTS & OLYMPIC FANS

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Society In 2030

Science Exhibition: Society 5.0

See cutting-edge science and technology from Japan that could bring everyone in the world a more prosperous future with greater safety, security and freedom. You can explore the virtual experience full of immersive sensations as if you were actually watching at the venue on their site from home too.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, SEP. 5, 2021

Time

10 A.M.-8 P.M.

Location

Tokyo SKYTREE Town, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Rock Opera

Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert

The Tokyu Theatre will be hosting The Really Useful Group Ltd.’s arrangement of Jesus Christ Superstar; A 1970 rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The musical is mostly sung-through, with little spoken dialogue so it’s perfect for any rock music lover! The story is loosely based on the last week of Jesus's life, with a free interpretation of the psychology of Jesus and other characters.

Date

NOW THROUGH TUE, JUL. 27, 2021

Time

VARIOUS

Location

TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥7,000-¥13,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, MUSICAL FANS, ROCK FANS

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Last Summer Blues

Eco Edo Nihonbashi Festival

Head over to Nihonbashi this week for some summer feels. Savor the cool flavor of summer by tasting goldfish sweets or admire the elegantly decorated art aquarium created by Hidetomo Kimura. You can also take the night cruise decorated with Japanese goldfish lanterns to watch the beautiful city skyline at night. Last chance to feel the summer before the season changes!

Date

FRI, JUL. 16 - SUN, SEP. 12, 2021

Time

ALL DAY LONG

Location

AROUND JR NIHONBASHI STATION AND OTHER - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, COUPLES, PEOPLE WHO ALREADY MISS SUMMER

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Love And Stars

Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

The Shonan Star Mall shopping area will be decorated with large colorful streamers that cascade from the ceiling, making it an amazing photo spot. All stalls and road blockage has been canceled but definitely still worth visiting for the colorful tanabata view.

Date

NOW THROUGH SAT, JUL. 31, 2021

Time

ALL DAY (SEE ONLINE SCHEDULE)

Location

THE AREA AROUND JR HIRATSUKA STATION'S NORTH EXIT - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, MATSURI FANS

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Bloom In Sea

Flower Aquarium by Naked

Watch the lushest flowers bloom under the sea for a digital visual celebration of life and beauty. The highlight of the event will be the two dolphin performances, which combine extravagant light shows, flower illuminations and spectacular music. The rest of the aquarium will also be covered in flowers, including the 9-meter-wide and 35-meter-deep jellyfish zone. You can even get flower aquarium-inspired drinks at the adjoining café.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, AUG 1, 2021

Time

10 A.M.- 7:30 P.M.

Location

AQUA PARK SHINAGAWA, 4-10-30 TAKANAWA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥2,300 (GENERAL)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES, INSTAGRAMMERS

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Explore From Home

Start Planning Future Trips With Japan Travel Books

Check out our seven book recommendations guaranteed to transport you all around Japan from the safety of your own home! Each of these books explores a different side of Japan—sometimes unknown—and they are mostly available in both digital and paperback versions. Make yourself cozy, grab a hot drink, and let your mind wander.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

HOME

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: TRAVELERS, BOOKWORMS

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Learn Japanese Culture

Try An Online Workshop

Try out traditional Japanese art and cultural experiences run by field professionals, #StayAtHome style. Whether you want to take a tour of a sake brewery whilst sipping their sake, attempt some Japanese dancing, or join a Japanese cooking class, with these online classes you’ll conveniently be only a click away from learning something new.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

HOME

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: THOSE INTERESTED IN JAPANESE CULTURE

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Your Summer Vacay

Plan A Safe Staycation

As borders continue to be shut for the majority of the world due to the coronavirus, staycations are predicted to rise in popularity in the coming months. In response to this, a number of Tokyo’s best and most luxurious hotels have set up exciting staycation deals that offer a number of services, alongside their gorgeous rooms and dining plans, with safe and clean infection prevention set in place.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

HOME

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, FAMILIES WITH KIDS

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