This Week: Tokyo Area Events for April 3 – 9

Spring is perfect for spending days outdoors and exploring new parts of Tokyo. Have a great week ahead knowing you've got tons of events to look forward to! From pet lovers to nature enthusiasts, you're spoiled for the choice.

Dogs' Paradise

Wan Wan Carnival 2023

Famous for its profound love of the man's best friend, Japan has its own mega (in size and popularity) event dedicated to dogs and their lovers. Bring your furry friend along and enjoy two full days of dog runs, performances, professional photo shoots, dog food and unique items on sale, dog cafes and more!

Date

SAT, APR. 8-SUN, APR. 9, 2023

Time

10 A.M.-5 P.M.

Location

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

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: DOG LOVERS

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Ocean Breeze

Marine Diving Fair 2023

This fair is your one stop for everything concerning ocean and marine activities. Find information on diving and beach resorts in Japan and abroad, talk to diving guides and resort staff, learn how to get certified in scuba diving in Japan and more. There will also be fun activities for the kids, quizzes and raffles with chances to win great prizes (including airfare to a popular scuba diving location around the world.)

Date

FRI, APR 7-SUN, APR 9, 2023

Time

10 A.M.-6 P.M. (UNTIL 5 P.M. ON SUN)

Location

HALL D, SUNSHINE CITY CONVENTION CENTER HALL C,D, 3-1 HIGASHIIKEBUKURO, TOSHIMA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: OCEAN LOVERS, MARINE SPORTS FANS, FAMILIES, COUPLES

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Magical Sakura

Sakura Festival Nihonbashi

Nihonbashi has a mission to become the capital's coolest sakura viewing venue and, we must say, it's getting quite close. This festival features a series of sakura-themed events: from projection mapping, light-up, sakura-special food and drink menus and more! A must-see is the Nihonbashi Sakura Gate—a magical entry to the area, which has the entire street turned into a sakura-filled river, with a sky of countless sakura colored strips of paper. As a measure against coronavirus, some events might get canceled, please check their website for more information.

Date

FRI, MAR. 17-SUN, APRIL 9, 2023

Time

VARIES UPON EVENT

Location

NIHONBASHI AREA, 2-2-1 NIHONBASHI MUROMACHI, CHUO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: PHOTOGRAPHERS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, AND COUPLES

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Walk The Garden

Flower Garden Yokohama

Witness Yokohama's Red Brick Warehouse turn into a wildflower garden. Launched since 2007 to commemorate the then-5th anniversary of the renewal of Yokohama's symbol, this annual garden of some 14,200 blooming flowers is the perfect venue for a pleasant stroll amid blooming flowers and greenery. There will be many events and food as well, including, of course, edible flowers and blossom-inspired gifts to take back home.

Date

Now through Sun, April 23, 2023

Time

All day. Light up: 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

Location

YOKOHAMA RED BRICK WAREHOUSE EVENT PLAZA, 1-1 SHINKO, NAKA-KU, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA PREFECTURE - Map

Fee

Free

Info

Recommended for: Instagrammers, Families, Couples, Photographers

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© Photo by Aki Hongo

A Floral Getaway

Bunkyo Azalea Festival (Tsutsuji Matsuri)

Witness the beauty of tsutsuji (azalea) at Nezu Shrine's annual Azalea Festival, another event celebrating the beauty of spring's most breathtaking flowers. Here you can also check out the plant fairs, tea houses, and various food vendors.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, APR. 30, 2023

Time

9 A.M.- P.M.

Location

NEZU SHRINE, 1-28-9 NEZU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥300

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS

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Bed of Flowers

Garden Necklace Yokohama

Stop by this breathtaking massive garden for a complete feast for the eyes and a splendid view of nature at its best form. Held as part of Yokohama City's annual celebration of nature and flowers, the popular Satoyama Garden will display the city's largest flower bed and so much more. Bring your camera and plan to stay at least a few hours because there will be much to see!

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, MAY 7, 2023

Time

9:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M.

Location

SATOYAMA GARDEN, 1442 KAMISHIRANECHO, ASAHI WARD, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA PREFECTURE - Map

Fee

Free

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, Friends, TOURISTS, COUPLES, Instagrammers

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© Photo by Photo provided by Tokyo Photographic Art Museum. Fukase, Masahisa. “Untitled”, from “Sasuke”, 1977-1978, Private Collection © Masahisa Fukase Archives

The Different Forms Of 2D Visual Art

Tokyo Art Scene: Prints, Paintings And Photography

Enjoy some visually stimulating works of 2D art through these special exhibitions featuring rare books, modern paintings and film photography. Nerima Art Museum will present a private collection of rare books and paintings on the development of the printing press. Artizon Museum will show off its collection through a curated educational exhibit. The Masahisa Fukase retrospective exhibition at the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum looks into the artist’s personal life and the role of photography in memorializing it.

Date

VARIOUS

Location

VARIOUS

Fee

VARIOUS

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, ART LOVERS AND COUPLES

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My Sakura, My Way

Join The Savvy Tokyo Sakura Photo Contest 2023

Submit your best sakura shots for the year for a chance to be featured on Savvy Tokyo, our official Instagram and win a fabulous prize!

Date

Wed, Mar. 1 - Mon, Apr. 24., 2023

Time

Anytime

Location

Anywhere

Fee

FREE! (WIN PRIZES)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS

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