This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Dec 4 – 10

You know the holiday season is approaching in Tokyo when Christmas markets begin popping up all over the city. This week, start getting into the holiday spirit with a visit to one of the many Christmas markets in Tokyo. Sip on mulled wine, shop for gifts and try all the sweet treats that await you. Have a good week ahead!

Art All Around Us

Saitama Triennale 2023

The city of Saitama holds the Saitama Triennale once every three years. This year, expect artworks that are brought together under the theme: “We.” Started in 2016, the art festival has gathered domestic and international artists to showcase there work all over the city. Event goers are invited to come to Saitama City, view the artwork and explore the surrounding neighborhoods.

Date

NOW THROUGH Sun Dec. 10, 2023

Time

VARIOUS

Location

3-47-8 Shimocho, Omiya, Saitama City, Saitama - Map

Fee

General admission: ¥2,000 Saitama residents: ¥1,500

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Vol. 14 Launch Party

Eros: Tokyo Poetry Journal

Got any weekend plans? Head to the launch party of the Eros Issue by Tokyo Poetry Journal Volume 14 in Sugamo. Celebrate eros and sexuality in all its forms in this intimate Tokyo hideaway. Sit back and listen to the readings by several writers and watch a live painting session by Jes Kalled.

Date

Sat. Dec. 9, 2023

Time

From 7 p.m.

Location

Ryozan Park Lounge, 1−6−6 Sugamo, Toshima City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥2,000 (INCLUDES ONE FREE DRINK AND ONE BOOK)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, WRITERS, POETS, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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© Photo by https://www.xmasartfes-ginza-galleries.com/

Art and About

Xmas Art Festa 2023

Ginza galleries a voluntary organization consisting of multiple galleries in the Ginza area, is hosting a special festive event for art lovers. Xmas Art Festa will have each participating gallery run special exhibitions which showcase various artworks, from museum-class masterpieces to traditional pictures or potteries to contemporary arts.

Date

FRI, DEC. 8 - SAT, DEC. 16, 2023

Time

VARIOUS (DEPENDS ON EACH GALLERY'S BUSINESS HOURS)

Location

VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS

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Satisfy Your Inner Geek

Tokyo Comic Con

What started out as Golden State Comic Book Convention in 1970, Comic Con is now an event that incorporates technology and pop culture. Unlike other conventions in Japan, anime and cosplay festivals specifically, Tokyo Comic Con keeps its “American” style foundation with non-Japanese fandoms such as Marvel, DC, Harry Potter, and more.

Date

FRI, DEC. 8-SUN, DEC. 10, 2023

Time

DEC. 8, 11 A.M. - 8 P.M. DEC 9, 10 A.M. - 8 P.M. DEC. 10, 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba - Map

Fee

GENERAL ADMISSION: ¥4,400

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: COMIC FANS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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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

Info

Recommended for: Families, Couples, Friends

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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 & 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

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families

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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!

Info

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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