This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Aug. 28 – Sep. 3

Summer is far from over. If you're looking for an escape from all the crowded summer festivals, why not head to a nearby museum or take a dip at a night pool to cool off? We hope you've been enjoying the sunny weather. There's definitely more to come!

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Under The Sea

Summer Art Aquarium

To comemmorate the Summer Art Aquarium Exhibition called Goldfish in Ginza, Art Aquarium is hosting a photo contest! The theme for the photo contest is 'Cool' in all shapes and sizes. Take photos of the fishes or fish tank accents and post it on your social media for a chance to win an awesome prize.

Date

NOW THROUGH TUE SEP. 26, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

TICKET PRICES FROM ¥2,300

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, TOURISTS, ART LOVERS

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Authentic Flavors

Taiwan Festival in Makuhari

Ready to indulge in the finest Taiwanese cuisine? Head to Makuhari in Chiba to savor the authentic flavors of your favorite Taiwanese food. From drinks like high quality Taiwanese beer to beef noodles and rice toppings, you might just discover even more tasty treats. It's never too hot for soup dumplings, right?

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN SEP. 10, 2023

Time

11 A.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

1-12 Toyosuna, Mihama Ward, Chiba Prefecture - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, FRIENDS, FOODIES

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Playing With Light

Magical Art Museum

Looking to try something new? Feel like a kid again with a trip to the Sogo Museum of Art. Here, you'll play with lights and shadows at this fun filled, interactive exhibit for kids and kids at heart.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN SEP. 10, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

Sogo Museum of Art, 2-18-1 Takashima, Nishi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa - Map

Fee

TICKET PRICES FROM ¥1,000

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS

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A Whole New World

Disney Immersive Experience

For Disney lovers of all ages. Produced in collaboration with Walt Disney Animation Studios and Lighthouse Immersive Studios, head to Mori Tower in Roppongi and experience this all encompassing exhibit. Featuring early masterpieces to the latest movies, walk around, listen to the different soundtracks and take in the sights as if you were really there!

Date

Now through Thu, Aug. 31, 2023

Time

10 A.M.-10 P.M.

Location

Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 52F, 6−10−1, Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥3,000-¥3,900

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, DISNEY FANS

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Take a Dip

Yomiuriland Night Pool

For only a few nights, Yomiuriland in Inagi city holds an annual night pool event for summer. Aside from their staple water attractions like their slides or wave pools, expect a light up event to shine all through the night. Spend your evening with friends with a ride down the lazy river while the season lasts.

Date

SAT, SEP. 2 - SUN, SEP. 3, 2023

Time

5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Location

4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥2,200

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES

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Spice Up Your Summer

Gekikara Gourmet Festival 2023

Find how much spice you need in your life at this festival of everything from ultra hot curry rice to ramen, spicy chicken and the like served to you by prominent cooks from all over the world. Head to Okubo Park and see how well you can handle spice.

Date

NOW THROUGH MON, OCT. 2, 2023

Time

11 A.M. - 9 P.M.

Location

2-43 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE ENTRY

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: SPICY LOVERS

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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

Fri, Jun. 16 - Sun, Sep. 24, 2023

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)

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Recommended for: Couples, Families, Friends, Instagrammers

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In All Shapes and Colors

Sunshine City Aquarium: Poisonous Animals Exhibit

Back by popular demand, this poisonous animals exhibit at the Sunshine City Aquarium is once again available for all to enjoy. Check out 25 kinds of poisonous animals categorized into different levels of poison potency. If you can't get enough, why not snack on the different sweets they have inspired by the exhibit including Dokdoku Candy. Come early and you might even go home with a prize.

Date

Now through Sun, Nov. 11, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 6 P.M. (8 P.M. on weekends)

Location

Sunshine City Aquarium, 3-1 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥600 (Just the exhibit)

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, ANIMAL LOVERS

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What are your plans for the weekend? If you’re organizing a fun or interesting online event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!

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