This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Dec. 18 – 24

Happy Monday! Celebrate this new week by heading to several of the holiday themed events we've rounded up for you. From a cozy Christmas dinner to several Christmas markets and illumination events, we hope you get to spend this week with those who made your year extra special. Happy holidays!

A Cozy Christmas

Pool Garden Christmas Dinner

Pool Garden began as a second family home turned community filled with friends and volunteers who host Western-style events throughout the year. For Christmas, why not join in on the fun and attend Pool Garden's third Christmas dinner? Sit back, relax and enjoy an eat-all-you-can style meal as you make new friends. There's turkey, mince pie, eggnog, pudding and many more on the menu. Be sure to reserve a slot before they run out!

Date

Sat Dec. 23, 2023

Time

From 12 P.M. onwards

Location

Obuchi, Midori Ward, Sagamihara, Kanagawa - Map

Fee

For adults: ¥8,000 Kids under 18 eat for free

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RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families

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Holiday Vibes

Tokyo Christmas Market

Tokyo Christmas Market turns Hibiya Park into an almost-real fairy tale. Expect to be impressed by the market’s great array of food and drink stalls, various international holiday crafts, and entertaining stage performances. There will also be handicraft workshops and daily live stages by German, Japanese and gospel groups.

Date

Now through Mon, Dec. 25, 2023

Time

11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Location

Hibiya Park, Hibiya Koen, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

From ¥1,000

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Recommended for: Families, Couples, Friends

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Shining and Shimmering

Waterras Winter Illumination 2023

Looking for a less crowded illumination event in central Tokyo? Head over to the Waterras Winter Illumination. Celebrating 10 years, the theme for this year's illumination is called: The Earth Where Stars Fall - Toward the Next 10 Years of Even More Shining. Enjoy a crisp evening walk after dark with friends and loved ones.

Date

Now through Thurs Feb. 29, 2024

Time

14:30 P.M. - 11 P.M.

Location

Awaji Park, 2-27 Kanda Awajicho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

Free!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families

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© Photo by https://www.koransha.com/

Festive Concert

Ave Maria In Christmas

A special Christmas program with renowned sopranos Zoya Petrova and Maria Komarova. No children under primary school age permitted. In addition to several Tokyo concerts, the orchestra will also be playing concerts in Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama. See the website below for further details.

Date

FRI, DEC. 9 -SUN, DEC. 25, 2023

Time

VARIOUS

Location

VARIOUS

Fee

¥4,800

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, OPERA FANS

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© Photo by https://www.yokohama-akarenga.jp/

Goodies and Hot Wine

Yokohama Christmas Market

The Yokohama Christmas market is one of the biggest of its kind around Tokyo, gathering tens of thousands of visitors annually. A great place to visit for shopping, eating and sightseeing, as well as experience a truly festive spirit with a giant Christmas tree, hot wine and seasonal ornaments.

Date

FRI, NOV. 24 - MON, DEC. 25, 2023

Time

11 A.M.- 9 P.M. (UNTIL 10 P.M. AFTER DEC. DEC 10)

Location

IN AND AROUND YOKOHAMA REDBRICK WAREHOUSE, 1-1 SHIN MINATO, NAKA-KU, YOKOHAMA - Map

Fee

FREE

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RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families

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© Photo by https://gogh2023.exhn.jp/

Past to Present

Van Gogh and Still Life Painting: From Tradition to Innovation

Learn about Van Gogh through his life, work and how he's influenced a generation of artists. Go through the exhibit to learn about where he drew inspiration, how this manifested in his work and what we can all take away from his life.

Date

Now through Sun Jan. 21, 2024

Time

10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

1-26-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

Tickets from ¥1,800

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, INSTAGRAMERS, ART LOVERS

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Marché

Roppongi Hills Christmas Market

Among the many Christmas markets that will soon light up every part of the city, the Roppongi Hills Christmas Market is the Japanese replication of Stuttgart’s famous (and one of the world’s largest) Christmas Marché. Rest assured that you'll find plenty of Christmas buys here as there will be over 2,000 goodies on sale—from authentic German delicacies to snow globes, ornaments, crafts, and other festive kitsch.

Date

SAT, NOV. 25-MON, DEC. 25, 2023

Time

11 A.M.-9 P.M.

Location

ROPPONGI HILLS O-YANE PLAZA, 6-11-1 ROPPONGI, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS

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© Photo by iStock/ Y_Hirosan

All Of The Lights

Tokyo Mega Illumination Tunnel

Spend an evening at one of Tokyo's best illumination or light up events with your family and friends. Topping the charts for two consecutive years in a row, the Tokyo Mega Illumination has tons of great eats and photo spots.

Date

SAT, NOV. 11, 2023 - MON, JAN. 8, 2024

Time

4:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

2-1-2 KatsushimaShinagawa City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FROM ¥1,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families, INSTAGRAMERS

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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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