This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For November 8-14

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.

Flowers And Sunshine

Online Event: Hibiya Gardening Show

Enjoy a floral adventure online, which begins with an exhibit of majestic gardening works of the competition's winners. You can also enjoy concerts and dance performances all from the comfort of your home.

Date

NOW THROUGH TUE, NOV. 30, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: PEOPLE WHO LOVE FLOWERS AND PLANTS

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Snow Bank Pay It Forward

Tokyo Snow Festival 2021

A man-made snow land featuring a snowboarding slope will be constructed in Yoyogi Park event square. Other activities such as skateboarding, slacklining, bouldering, and talk/music shows will also be available. In addition to promoting interest in snowboarding and skating, the event also raises awareness for the need of more bone marrow and blood donors.

Date

SAT, NOV. 13-SUN, NOV. 14, 2021

Time

10 A.M.-5 P.M.

Location

YOYOGI PARK, 2-1 YOYOGIKAMIZONOCHO, SHIBUYA, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: SKATERS, SNOWBOARDERS, FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

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Spice It Up

Shimokitazawa Curry Festival

Craving some curry this autumn? Known for good music and plenty of small curry shops, Shimokitazawa brings back the curry festival with 124 stores participating this year. From Mexican and pink curry, to original Indian curry—grab your “Curry Map” and conquer them all!

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, NOV. 14, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

AROUND SHIMOKITAZAWA STATION - Map

Fee

FREE! (STAMP RALLY ENTRY ¥500)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: CURRY LOVERS, FRIENDS

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Charlotte of Mecklenburg‑Strelitz

Royal Botanical Gardens Kew

The Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum brings some of the British crown’s favorite botanical art to Tokyo with an exhibition featuring around 100 works of botanical art from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and a selection of the finest British ceramic manufacturers, all belonging to Kew Gardens in London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From scientific prints to delicate queensware, the relics on display will have you daydreaming of a five o’clock tea at an English garden.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, NOV. 28, 2021

Time

10 A.M.-6 P.M.

Location

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum, 5-21-9 Shirokanedai, Minato City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥1,400 (GENERAL)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, THOSE IN NEED OF A THERAPEUTIC SESSION

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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, NOV. 13-SUN, NOV. 14, 2021

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

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Roses Are Red

Kyu-Furukawa Garden Roses Bloom

Although the annual Rose Festival is canceled this year, the park still invites guests to 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 garden reflects the authenticity of the Japanese Wa spirit. All of this amidst the sight and scent of gorgeous roses! Don't forget to book online beforehand.

Date

NOW THROUGH END OF NOVEMBER

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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Holiday Lights

Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination

Tokyo Dome City is decorated in happy LED lights with illumination attractions resembling the Edo period and the essence of traditional Japan. It's never too early to marvel at the sparkling lights with your loved ones!

Date

FRI, NOV. 5-MON, FEB. 28, 2021

Time

5 P.M.-12 A.M.

Location

TOKYO DOME CITY, 1-3 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS

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Glowing Worlds

Yomiuriland Jewellumination

Yomiuriland turns into a “jewellery fantasy” bringing together light, color and “brilliant” music. If originality isn’t enough to get you through the ticket gate, then a sunset or after dark gondola ride from Keio Yomiuriland Station to the theme park’s entrance should be. This is a really beautiful way to view this particular illumination, without the crowds and in some relative peace and quiet, before you get in amongst it. And the view from above is just breathtaking, especially watching the rides in operation under the twinkling night sky.

Date

NOW THROUGH APRIL, 2022

Time

10 A.M.-8:30 P.M.

Location

YOMIYURILAND, 4015-1 YANOKUCHI, INAGI, TOKYO - Map

Fee

NIGHT PASS: ¥1,800 (ADULTS) ¥1000-1500 (CHILD)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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