This Week: Tokyo Area Events for May 22 – 28

As the days start to get warmer, it's time to switch out the last few items in your spring wardrobe. Summer's coming in hot and here are some events to welcome in the new season.

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Bargain Hunting

Nearly New Sale 2023

Open to the public, drop by the Tokyo American Club for a one day sale of gently used items. Whether you're hunting for clothes, baby goods and other household items, you're sure to find whatever it is you're looking for!

Date

Tue, May 23, 2023

Time

10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Location

Manhattan II and III, 2-1-2 Azabudai, Minato City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

Free!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES

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Save The Beach, Save The Ocean

Greenroom Festival 2023

In an effort to save the ocean and beaches, this open-air festival or music, art and film brings in waves of exciting events to Yokohama once again. Sneak in a quick yoga session before grabbing some food at the food court and you start enjoying the live performances. Children can also dance it out at the Kid's Disco booth at the site. Greenroom's dazzling line up includes international and local musicians of all genres to bring you the ultimate relaxed festival experience.

Date

SAT, MAY 27-SUN, MAY 28, 2023

Time

From 12 p.m.

Location

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

Fee

From ¥13,000

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RECOMMENDED FOR: MUSIC FANS, PEOPLE WHO DON'T MIND THE CROWDS, PARTY LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES

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Sa Bai Dee

Laos Festival 2023

Learn more about Laos by feasting on Laoatian cuisine and watching performances like Lamvong and Basalop, traditional instrument demonstrations, a Bahsi ceremony and a Lao festival parade. There's so much to do and see, make sure you bring your friends and family along for an afternoon of culture, history and great eats.

Date

Sat, May 27 - Sun, May 28, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Yoyogi Event Plaza, 2-3 Jinnan, Shibuya City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

Free!

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RECOMMENDED FOR: Foodies, COUPLES, FRIENDS, Families

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Scent Of Spring

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Rose Festival

Take a pleasant stroll amid plenty of beautiful roses at this Western-style Japanese garden. The venue is well known for its infusion of Eastern and Western aesthetics; the western-style building brings back the 1900s British taste, while the Japanese garden reflects the authenticity of the Wa spirit. All of this at the sight and scent of gorgeous roses!

Date

Now through Fri, June 30, 2023

Time

9 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Location

KYU-FURUKAWA GARDENS, 1 NISHIGAHARA, KITA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥150 (GENERAL), ¥70 (OVER 65)

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RECOMMENDED FOR: NATURE LOVERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, DATES

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Find Your Zen

Toto Space Lounge

Spend an hour visiting this new meditation-space themed event in Ginza. At the basement floor of the Ginza 456 you can sign up for this free guided meditation activity and start your day exploring the city on the right foot. Be sure to make reservations in advance as they do tend to run out of slots.

Date

From now until mid June 2023

Time

10 A.M.-8 P.M.

Location

B1, 4-5-6, Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: TOURISTS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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At Ryogoku Kokugikan

May Grand Sumo Tournament

Watch Japan’s traditional sport in person in a socially distanced box seat to yourself or with a few others. This September Sumo event is the second last annual “honbasho” tournament out of six. Tickets must be purchased in advance online due to covid this year. Some tickets may not be made available until the day of so you must keep an eye out for those.

Date

SUN, MAY 14 - SUN, MAY 28, 2023

Time

VARIED

Location

RYOGOKU KOKUGIKAN, 1-3-28 YOKOAMI, SUMIDA CITY, TOKYO - Map

Fee

VARIED

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: SUMO FANS, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE

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Peaceful Getaway

Koishikawa Korakuen Iris Festival

One of the first signs of the upcoming summer season. Don't miss out on seeing the stunning iris fields at this beautiful Japanese-style garden located right next to Tokyo Dome. The perfect peaceful getaway right in the heart of the city.

Date

Now through Sun, Jun. 11, 2023

Time

9 A.M.-5 P.M.

Location

KOISHIKAWA KORAKUEN GARDENS, 1-6-6 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥300 (GENERAL)

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RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, INSTAGRAMMERS, FRIENDS

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Date

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Time

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Location

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Fee

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