This Week: Tokyo Area Events For May 8 – 14
Sweet Sunny Disposition
As the days start warming up, spending time outdoors exploring the city has never been more exciting. May you enjoy all the events lined up in and around Tokyo this week. Have a good one!
© Photo by GaijinPotChat With Other Foreigners
GaijinPot Meet 3: May Mexican Restaurant Mixer
The third installment in a series of free casual parties for Gaijinpot users, aimed at those who want to network, make some new friends or just chat with other foreigners! This time, GaijinPot will be meeting you at the Mexican Cafe & Bar in Harajuku. Please be sure to RSVP as slots are limited.
- Date
- Thu, May 11, 2023
- Time
- 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
- Location
- Mexican Cafe & Bar, 1-8-24, OZ Harajuku Building, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- Three tacos, chips and one drink will be provided free of charge for those who register by May 10, 2023. Extra drinks are ¥650 and additional tacos are around ¥700 at your expense
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO MAKE FRIENDS AND NETWORK
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)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: NATURE LOVERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, DATES
Experience Traditional Japan
Kanda Matsuri
One of the most famous festivals in Tokyo, this major event is a must-see for those who are craving an authentic Japanese traditional parade experience. This year, this grand festival will last for six days, with the main events taking place over the weekend. Don't miss a day of the colorful and joyful shrine festival!
- Date
- Thu, May 11-Wed, May 17, 2023
- Time
- All day
- Location
- Kanda Myojin Shrine, 2-16-2 Soto Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- Free
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE
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
Time Slip
Hino Shinsengumi Festival
Tokyoites and history buffs will gather in Hino City this weekend to celebrate Japan’s samurai past at the popular 22nd Annual Hino Shinsengumi Festival. Festivities will open with the Shinsengumi Contest on the afternoon of Saturday, May 11th. Samurai impersonators from around the country will compete for the chance to embody famous Shinsengumi leaders in the festival’s main event, Sunday’s Shinsengumi Parade, when several hundred people dressed as Shinsengumi members will parade past historically relevant locations in Hino. A must see festival if you're into Japanese history!
- Date
- Sat, May 13-Sun, May 14, 2023
- Time
- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location
- Around Takahata Fudo (Takahatafudo Station) and the Koshu Kaido (JR Hino Station) - Map
- Fee
- FREE
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS
National Cocktail Week
Tokyo International Bar Show 2023
BarShows are the main events for the alcoholic beverage and bar industries across the globe and are held in the name of the region in which they occur. This year, once again it's taking place in Tokyo, bringing bartenders and alcohol producers from across Japan and the world to demonstrate their best products and skills. Come witness it for yourself if you appreciate good quality drinks.
- Date
- Sat, May 13-Sun, May 14, 2023
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 6:30 P.M.
- Location
- Tokyo Dome City Prism Hall, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- From ¥6,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BOOZE LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES
© Photo by Okinawa Matsuri Official FacebookSouthern Vibes
Okinawa Matsuri
Coming to you straight from our favorite southern island, Yoyogi Park's Okinawa Festival presents a carefully selected live music, traditional performances, taiko drums, local treats, and souvenirs for everyone to enjoy. Take a stroll around the festival, take a bite of Okinawan soba, and soak in the summer mood just in time for the warm months ahead.
- Date
- Sat, May 13-Sun, May 14, 2023
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 8 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, 2-1 YOYOGI KAMIZONOCHO, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, OKINAWA FANS, FOODIES
© Photo by https://ginza456.kddi.com/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
© Photo by NadilaFlowers, Bright Pastel Colors & Love
Tokyo Art Scene: The Spirit of Spring
Sandwiched between Tokyo’s cold winter and scorching summer is the spring, most famous for the blooming of the sakura (cherry blossom) trees and the sweet colorful dango (rice cakes) that line up in carts during seasonal events. The warm temperature makes it a perfect time for park strolls and festival trips.
- Date
- VARIOUS
- Location
- VARIOUS
- Fee
- VARIOUS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
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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