This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For May 10-16
#StaySafe #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 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.
The Power Of Nature
Online Event: Greenery Festival
The online Greenery Festival wishes to promote the national land afforestation movement by gathering as many people as possible and experiencing the blessings of greenery through the web. See their site for what you can do from home!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH FRI, MAY. 14, 2021
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- ONLINE
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES FANS
Water Fronts
Online Event: Tokyo Minato Festival
In celebration of the Tokyo Port opening anniversary, the Tokyo Fire Department is holding a festival and presenting the firefighting pageant which includes water shooting fireboats and helicopters online and other water related shows. An exciting event for both children and adults to enjoy from home.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH TUE, JUN. 16, 2021
- Time
- 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Tokyo's Wildest Festival
Asakusa Sanja Matsuri
The wildest one out of the three major shrine festivals in Tokyo, Sanja Matsuri celebrates the founding fathers of the famous Asakusa Senso-ji Temple. The traditional music and dance performances at the well-known parade on Friday attract millions of tourists and locals alike every year. This year's festival will be socially distanced with many parts canceled for the public but there's still a chance to see some of the highlights as long as you follow the safety precautions.
- Date
- SAT, MAY 15-SUN, MAY 16, 2021
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- ASAKUSA SHRINE, 2-3-1 ASAKUSA, TAITO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE, MATSURI LOVERS, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES, Tourists
Greatest Hits
Musical Movies
For many, musical movies can be said to be their gateway into the musical world. From Singin' in the Rain, West Side Story and The Greatest Showman, expect a gorgeous concert where you can enjoy a variety of famous songs from a number of musical movies loved across generations and national borders.
- Date
- SAT, MAY. 15 - SUN, MAY. 16, 2020
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥6,800-¥12,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, Musical Fans, FAMILIES, Solo Dates
Outdoors Entertainment
Hibiya Festival 2021
The Passion of Theater Bursting onto the City’s Streets! Bringing entertainment, people and the city together with the excitement and passion of theater on the streets and in
the open air, the Hibiya Festival is back once again!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY. 16, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- IN AND AROUND TOKYO MIDTOWN HIBIYA - Map
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
All These Flowers!
Showa Memorial Park Flower Festival
The Tachikawa’s Showa Memorial Park is currently hosting the annual Flower Festival, which includes thousands of beautiful tulips and other colorful spring flowers of all kinds. It's the perfect venue to escape from the crowds of Tokyo and enjoy a slow day in the park. From flower viewing to water play, this park is heaven for family outings!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY 30, 2021
- Time
- 9:30 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- SHOWA MEMORIAL PARK, 3173 MIDORI-CHO, TACHIKAWA-SHI, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥450 (ADULTS)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, INSTAGRAMMERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, SOLO DATES
Saturday In The Park
Tokyo Midtown: Open The Park
Soak up the sun at Tokyo Midtown's annual spring "Open The Park" event, a series of relaxed and fun open-air activities. On the agenda this year is a stunning decoration of some immense koi-nobori by 112 artists, a Street Art Museum, koinobori workshops for the kids, opportunities to read at the outdoor library, a Hawaii-inspired cafe and more. Grab your picnic basket and spend a day at the park!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY. 30, 2021
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- Tokyo Midtown GRASS SQUARE, 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- Recommended for: Families, Friends, Art lovers, People who want to chill in the park
Be The Chef
Attempt A Savvy Tokyo Recipe
Why not take this opportunity to work on your cooking skills? Cooking can be extremely therapeutic and a great form of self-care. Check out the long list of delicious recipes on our site. From traditional Japanese dishes to international treats with an oriental twist, there’s something for everyone! Find something you’d like to try and give it a go! See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- YOUR KITCHEN
- Fee
- INGREDIENTS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HOME CHEFS, THOSE LOOKING TO TRY NEW THINGS
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
For School, Emergencies And Around The Home
Study Some Useful Kanji
Moving to and setting up in a new country can be hard enough without having to figure out the everyday basics we’ve probably never thought twice about doing back home. Here are some basic kanji and kana to help demystify some of those tasks.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
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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