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This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For May 9-15

Festivals, Flowers And Sumo

By The Savvy Team |
May 9, 2022 |
What's Happening

Just because Golden Week is over it doesn't mean fun is over. This week, Tokyo is sparkling with life as the city prepares itself for famous shrine festivals, outdoor events and a grand sumo tournament. Time to mark these events on your calendars!

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 THU, JUN. 30, 2022
Time: 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK)
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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The Power Of Nature

Greenery Festival

A perfect family outing for adults and children to experience nature in the heart of Tokyo. Children can enjoy a variety of different wilderness exploring programs while adults can enjoy taking part at various workshops. Stage performances and various NGO booths will also be available.

Date: Sat, May 14-Sun, May 15, 2022
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Kiba Park, 4-6 Hirano, Koto City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES FANS

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Romantic Sakura

Tokyo Tower's City Light Fantasia

If you can't wait for the real cherry blossoms, take a tour to Tokyo Tower which has staged a special spring mapping projection of sakura in full bloom against the Tokyo night sky. A truly romantic experience, this is a place to go to impress your significant other (or your Instagram followers).

Date: Now through Sun, May 15, 2022
Time: 6:30 p.m.-10:50 p.m.
Location: Tokyo Tower, 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ¥1,200 (To access the Main Deck)
Info: Recommended for: Couples, Instagrammers

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Scent Of Spring

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Rose Festival

Take a pleasant stroll amid plenty of beautiful roses at this Western-style Japanese garden. The venue is well known for its infusion of Eastern and Western aesthetics; the western-style building brings back the 1900s British taste, while the Japanese garden reflects the authenticity of the Wa spirit. All of this at the sight and scent of gorgeous roses!

Date: Now through Thu, June 30, 2022
Time: 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Location: KYU-FURUKAWA GARDENS, 1 NISHIGAHARA, KITA-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: ¥150 (GENERAL), ¥70 (OVER 65)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: NATURE LOVERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, DATES

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Experience Traditional Japan

Kanda Matsuri

One of the most famous festivals in Tokyo, this major event is a must-see for those who are craving an authentic Japanese traditional parade experience. This year, this grand festival will last for six days, with the main events taking place over the weekend. Don't miss a day of the colorful and joyful shrine festival!

Date: Mid May
Time: All day
Location: Kanda Myojin Shrine, 2-16-2 Soto Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo - Map
Fee: Free
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE

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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

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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

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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

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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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