This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For May 16-22
Festivals, Art And Fun With Friends
From Japan's largest design event to Tokyo's wildest shrine festival and a beer festival for the springtime, this week is all about getting out of your comfort zone and rejoicing life. Enjoy!
© Photo by Arts Council TokyoTradition & Modernity
Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2022
Experience traditional Japan at this unique two-day event held in Kagurazaka, a district famous for its perfect blend of tradition and modernity. The streets of Kagurazaka will become a music-filled marvel with sounds of shamisen, drums, and a fusion of modern and traditional entertainment. The highlight of the event is Shinnainagashi, a traveling shamisen performance to attract customers which traces its roots back to the Edo era.
- Date
- Sat, May 21-Sun, May 22, 2022
- Time
- From 1 P.M. (Sat), From 11:30 a.m. (Sun)
- Location
- KAGURAZAKA AREA (BISHAMONTEN ZENKOKU-JI TEMPLE, AKAGI-JINJA SHRINE, KAGURAZAKA-DORI STREET, AND OTHER KAGURAZAKA ALLEYS) - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: Social Media Influencers, COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES
Curry On Demand
Yokosuka Curry Festival
Famous for its marine curry, Yokosuka will be gathering delicious curry plates from across the archipelago inviting you to come taste and have your say in choosing the grand prix-worth dish! If you love curry, this is your event. Plus, Yokosuka is a great place to go out of the city and stay close to the ocean!
- Date
- Sat, May 21 - Sun, May 22, 2022
- Time
- 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
- Location
- Mikasa Park, 82 Inaokacho, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa - Map
- Fee
- Free entry
- Info
- Recommended for: Foodies, Families, Couples, Curry & Ocean lovers
Creativity In Design
Design Festa
The largest design festival in Asia, this grand celebration of art and creativity has been attracting designers and amateur artists from all over the world since 1994. Unique stage performances, exciting original art pieces, and international cuisine are all in the mix. Come be inspired and get the creative juices flowing. Book advance tickets online or at convenient stores to avoid getting caught up in long queues.
- Date
- SAT, MAY 21-SUN, MAY 22, 2022
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO BIG SIGHT EAST HALL, 3-11-1 ARIAKE, KOTO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥800 (ADVANCE), ¥1,000 (AT THE DOOR)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DESIGNERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILY
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 21-SUN, MAY 22, 2022
- 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
Beer It On
Hibiya Spring Oktoberfest
Craving for beer and sausages? The iconic German festival is coming back to Symbol Promenade Park this spring! Enjoy a weekend full of imported German beer and live music. Eat, drink and sing your heart away — no one's gonna hear you anyways!
- Date
- Fri, May 20-Sat, May 28, 2022
- Time
- 4 p.m.-9:30 p.m. (From 11 a.m. on Apr. 28)
- Location
- HIBIYA PARK, 1-6 HIBIIYA-KOEN, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥500 entry
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: Foodies, COUPLES, FRIENDS
At Ryogoku Kokugikan
May Grand Sumo Tournament
Watch Japan’s traditional sport in person in a socially distanced box seat to yourself or with a few others. This September Sumo event is the second last annual “honbasho” tournament out of six. Tickets must be purchased in advance online due to covid this year. Some tickets may not be made available until the day of so you must keep an eye out for those.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY 22, 2021
- Time
- VARIED
- Location
- RYOGOKU KOKUGIKAN, 1-3-28 YOKOAMI, SUMIDA CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: SUMO FANS, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE
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. 29, 2022
- 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
All These Flowers!
Showa Memorial Park Flower Map
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 22, 2022
- 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
What are your plans for the weekend? If you’re organizing a fun or interesting event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!
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