This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For March 29-April 4
#StayHome #SaveLives
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 entertained, check out our recommendations for things you can do at home during this global crisis, along with a few events happening around the city.
Drama Lovers
Online Event: Thai Drama Festival
Tokyo’s Thai Festival lives on through the pandemic as a festival to celebrate Thai drama. Featuring famous Thai artists, you can get a taste of the country without stepping out of Japan by watching the live stream from the safety of home.
- Date
- SUN, APR. 4, 2021
- Time
- 1 P.M. - 6 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: THAI DRAMA LOVERS
#SafeSakura
Safe Sakura Photo Contest
For 2021, we want to see how you celebrate sakura while social distancing and staying safe. Tag your best socially distant cherry blossom-inspired photo or home hanami picnic with #SafeSakura for a chance to be featured on our Instagram! Follow @SavvyTokyo and add a caption describing your submission. Not much of a photographer? That’s all good! You can enter our contest with anything sakura-inspired. We look forward to seeing your amazing submissions, just make sure to stay safe and avoid the crowds!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH Sat, Apr. 17, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, FAMILIES
Out & About
Outdoor Day Japan 2021
Enjoy two days of all-you-can-see outdoor displays. From tent displays and the latest outdoor gadgets on the market to bouldering and other events for the kids and adults. Held in a number of cities in Japan annually, this show gathers all outdoor goods manufacturers and nature lovers in one place.
- Date
- SAT, APR. 3 - SUN, APR. 4, 2021
- Time
- 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI EVENT PLAZA, 2-3 JINNAN, SHIBUYA CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS
Man's Best Friends
Interpets 2021
Interpets is a massive annual trade show showcasing the latest pet trends in Japan. In 2019, over 42,000 visitors and 16,455 pets attended the event, which featured over 400 domestic and international exhibitors. Enjoy various stages, workshops, special campaigns, pet food and toys and more. If you have a pet, plan to have one or simply love animals, this is your event.
- Date
- Fri, Apr. 2 – Sun, Apr. 4, 2021
- Time
- 10 A.M. – 5 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO BIG SIGHT, WEST/SOUTH HALL, 3-11-1 ARIAKE, KOTO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: PET OWNERS And Pet Lovers
Ocean Breeze
Marine Diving Fair 2021
Held for the 29th consecutive year, this fair is your one stop for everything concerning ocean and marine activities. Find information on diving and beach resorts in Japan and abroad, talk to diving guides and resort staff, learn how to get certified in scuba diving in Japan and more. There will also be fun activities for the kids, quizzes and raffles with chances to win great prizes (including airfare to a popular scuba diving location around the world.)
- Date
- FRI, APR 2-SUN, APR 4, 2021
- Time
- 10 A.M.-6 P.M. (UNTIL 5 P.M. ON SUN)
- Location
- SUNSHINE CITY CONVENTION CENTER HALL C,D, 3-1 HIGASHIIKEBUKURO, TOSHIMA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: OCEAN LOVERS, MARINE SPORTS FANS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
Keep Immune
Learn About Japanese Superfoods That Boost Your Immune System
Many traditional Japanese foods are filled with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and even beneficial bacteria (for optimal gut health). Forget the pills and potions—try these Japanese superfoods to naturally keep your body healthy and your immune system strong.See link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
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. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HEALTH JUNKIES
Sell, Recycle or Donate
Organize Your Clothes And Closet
Until relatively recently, used clothes in Japan have had one fate: burnable garbage. If you’re from a country with a collection bin and a few secondhand shops in every neighborhood, this just feels wrong. Some people take suitcases full of castoffs back home rather than throw them out. Happily, the Japanese concept of "mottainai" (wastefulness) is catching on and leading to more options.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: PEOPLE WITH LOTS OF CLOTHES
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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