This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For September 6-12

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.

Last Summer Blues

Eco Edo Nihonbashi Festival

Head over to Nihonbashi this week for some summer feels. Savor the cool flavor of summer by tasting goldfish sweets or admire the elegantly decorated art aquarium created by Hidetomo Kimura. You can also take the night cruise decorated with Japanese goldfish lanterns to watch the beautiful city skyline at night. Last chance to feel the summer before the season changes!

Date

FRI, JUL. 16 - SUN, SEP. 12, 2021

Time

ALL DAY LONG

Location

AROUND JR NIHONBASHI STATION AND OTHER - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, COUPLES, PEOPLE WHO ALREADY MISS SUMMER

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From Brooklyn, New York

Exhibition: Kaws Tokyo First

At the long-awaited large-scale exhibition for Kaws, more than 150 works will be exhibited. Kaws' visual will approach covering both the areas of commercial art and fine art. Through art, statues, products, etc., they will trace the unique trajectory of art production and its significance in art history.

Date

NOW THROUGH MON, OCT. 11, 2021

Time

10 A.M. – 8 P.M.

Location

MORI ARTS CENTER GALLERY, 52F/53F, ROPPONGI HILLS MORI TOWER, 6-10-1 ROPPONGI, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥2,500 (Weekdays), ¥2,800 (Weekends)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FANS OF MODERN ART, COUPLES, SOLO DATES, FRIENDS

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© Photo by tokyotower.co.jp

Count The Stars

Tokyo Tower's Milky Way Illumination

Have you ever dreamed of watching the Milky Way unveil before your eyes across the night sky? Well, this summer, although not exactly the actual thing, you can see this in the heart of Tokyo. This weekend, follow the 600-step, star-studded outer staircase up to Tokyo Tower’s main observatory for a 360°-Milky Way illumination. Inspired by the Tanabata love story legend, this is the perfect place to take that special someone out this summer.

Date

Now through Sun, Sep. 26, 2021

Time

9 A.M.-11 P.M.

Location

TOKYO TOWER, FIRST FLOOR OF MAIN OBSERVATORY, 4-2-8, SHIBAKOEN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥1,200 (GENERAL)

Info

Recommended for: Couples, Families, Friends, Instagrammers

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City Breeze

Midtown Art Palette

Tokyo Midtown once again shows us what it's like to be the coolest event organizer in a city that already has it all. This summer, stop by at Midtown in Roppongi for an experience of diverse art scenes right in the heart of Tokyo: From a digital art space surrounded by mist at night to foot bathing in a brook to windchime-filled walls and cafes. A great place to bring friends to if they're visiting you in town.

Date

NOW THROUGH FRI, SEP. 17, 2021

Time

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Location

TOKYO MIDTOWN, 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, TOURISTS

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Worth The Climb

Takao Beer Mount

Just a short walk from the end of the Mount Takao cable car station, the Mount Takao Beer Mount will open again this year at an observation facility with an altitude of 488 meters. There will be all-you-can-drink beer, wine and cocktails available for up to 90 minutes and an all-you-can-eat buffet, too! To prevent the spread of the coronavirus, all guests are asked to wear masks, disinfect their hands and follow social distancing protocols. All workers will be equipped with masks and face shields.

Date

NOW THROUGH FRI, OCT 15, 2021

Time

1 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

BEER MOUNT, 2205 TAKAOMACHI, HACHIOJI, TOKYO - Map

Fee

MEN: ¥3,900 WOMEN: ¥3,700

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

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Spice It Up

Try Redecorating Your Home

There are plenty of house décor items available in the market, ranging from as low as ¥100, to as lavish as ¥10,000. Depending on your budget, there are many ways to tackle the process of decorating your dwelling without breaking the bank.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

HOME

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE

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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 “more info” link.

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

HOME

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE

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For The Much Needed Mom Talks

Make Some Mom Friends

Mama-tomo, a word combining mama (mom) and tomodachi (friend), means a relationship that you have established with another mom via your kids. Check out five ‘hotspots’ for making mama-tomo in your neighborhood!

Date

WHENEVER YOU WANT

Time

ANY TIME

Location

VARIED

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: MOMS

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