This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Nov. 20 – 26

Now that fall is slowly on it's way out, it's time to make the most of what's left of it! There's still tons of autumn foliage to be seen on the hike up to Mount Takao or even around Ueno and Yoyogi park. If you'd rather have a night out on the town, there's also the light up events happening all over the city that make for a relaxing night walk. Have a great week ahead!

Step Up!

Shibuya Street Dance Week

Get your groove on. Watch as professional and amateur street dancers of all ages will unite in person for one of the best street dance events. From a high school team competition, and dance battles, this show is unlike any other! Come to see, feel and dance along!

Date

THU, NOV. 23, 2023

Time

FROM 7 P.M.

Location

https://maps.app.goo.gl/LzY2V8JB2FpPj3Jy6 - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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Japanese Warlords

Iga Ueno Ninja Festival

This fun event gives you the chance to learn the secret acts of ninjas and show off your inner spy spirit. On Saturday and Sunday, the famous ninja group, Ashura, will be putting on a spectacle that impressed Obama and the entire world during the 2016 Iseshima Summit, while other kid-friendly events and shows will be entertaining the crowd throughout the three-day long event.

Date

THU, NOV. 23-SUN, NOV. 26, 2023

Time

10 A.M.-6 P.M.

Location

UENO PARK FOUNTAIN AREA, 5-20 UENOKOEN, TAITO-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, LOVERS OF JAPANESE HISTORY

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© Photo by https://theatre-orb.com/

Broadway Blockbuster

Musical Sister Act

Based on the 1992 film with the same name by Alan Menken, Sister Act, is a musical about a lively lounge singer Deloris Van Cartier (played by Whoopi Goldberg in the original film) who sees her mobster boyfriend commit murder. She is relocated for her protection and is disguised as a nun in a California convent. Japanese soul singer, Kumiko Mori, will be taking the role of Deloris in this Japanese adaptation of the famed musical.

Date

NOW THROUGH WED, NOV. 29, 2023

Time

VARIOUS

Location

TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥5,000-¥15,000

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, MUSICAL FANS, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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© Photo by iStock/ BestForLater91

Fall is A-maize-ing

Mount Takao Maple Leaf Festival

If you're looking to spend a day in nature, look no further than Mount Takao. Less than two hours from Shinjuku, Mount Takao attracts thousands of tourists each year for its breathtaking autumn foliage. Whether you hike all the way up or take the chairlift to the summit, don't miss out on this seasonal treat.

Date

NOW THROUGH SUN, DEC. 3, 2023

Time

8 A.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

Takaomachi, Hachioji, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES

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Grow Your Network

GaijinPot EXPO 2023

Just moved to Japan? Want to switch careers? The GaijinPot EXPO is the perfect place to start. Connect with employers, learn about new services relevant to your life and make new friends in the foreign community. Expect seminars will happen throughout the day that will cover a variety of topics about housing, visas and building your career in Japan.

Date

Sun, Dec 2. 2023

Time

12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Location

Akihabara UDX, 4-14-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

FREE! (Must register in advance)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: JOB HUNTERS, STUDENTS, PEOPLE WHO HAVE JUST MOVED TO JAPAN

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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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