This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Sep. 11–17

As we head towards the last few weeks of summer, don't miss out on these upcoming events. From bread and beer festivals to organic lifestyle expos we've rounded up an interesting mix of events to keep you busy.

Beer Paradise

Belgian Beer Weekend Tokyo 2023

Japan’s finest beer event is returning to Tokyo to celebrate over 150 years of friendship between Belgium and Japan. A total of 113 different Belgian beers including the juicy, raspberry flavored Blanche de Namur Rosee are available to taste. Get your well deserved glass (or glasses) of beer this weekend while enjoying amazing live music and Belgian nibbles.

Date

Thu Sep. 14–Sun, Sep. 18, 2023

Time

4 P.M.–10 P.M. (WEEKDAYS), 11 A.M.–10 P.M. (WEEKENDS), 11 A.M.– 9 P.M. (HOLIDAY)

Location

Roppongi Hills Arena, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

General admission: ¥3,500

Info

Recommended for: Friends, Couples, Tourists

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The Ninth

Tokyo Mask Festival 2023

The Tokyo Mask Festival is all about masks, headgear, hoods, costumes, helmets, avatars, armors, protectors, goggles, and other things to put on the face and head area. It's a festival for mask lovers. Mask artists will be selling their original masks creations at the venue. Many visitors come wearing their own masks, so feel free to get creative as well!

Date

SUN, SEP. 17, 2023

Time

12 P.M.–5 P.M.

Location

Tokyo Metropolitan Industry and Trade Center Taito Building, 2-6-5 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo - Map

Fee

GENERAL: ¥1,000 (ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND YOUNGER FREE)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, FAMILIES

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Wellness & Awareness

Organic Lifestyle Expo

Following the latest trends of the Japanese organic market, this exhibition features nearly 250 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of organic products including food, body care, ethical fashion and cosmetics, furniture and alternative medicines. You can also stop by the farmer’s market for the freshest organic veggies and foods for a health boost.

Date

Thu, Sep 14–Sat, Sep 16, 2023

Time

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Location

Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho, 1-7-1 Kaigan,Minato City,Tokyo - Map

Fee

General admission: ¥1,000

Info

Recommended for: People who have interest in organic lifestyle or work in the field

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Lemon Space

Cosmos Flower Festival 2023

Showa Memorial Park is a wonderful place throughout the year, but it's in autumn when it embraces some of its most picturesque looks. The park's lovely cosmos flowers are now in full bloom—set your eyes on the endless carpet of colorful flora.

Date

Sat Sep. 16– Sun Oct. 23, 2023

Time

9:30 A.M.-5 P.M. (SUN FROM 8:30 A.M.-6 P.M.)

Location

SHOWA MEMORIAL PARK, 3173 MIDORI-CHO, TACHIKAWA-SHI, TOKYO - Map

Fee

¥450

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS

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Bread is Life

Bread Festival 2023

If you love the smell of freshly baked bread, you have to attend the Bread Festival in Saitama, one the largest of its kind in Japan with over 30 bakeries from across the nation selling warm, freshly-baked bread. The festival takes place at Saitama Stadium and it's perfect for anyone who's into food, cooking, or eating delicious bread.

Date

SAT, SEP. 16-MON, SEP. 18, 2023

Time

11 A.M.-7 P.M.

Location

2-1 Misono, Midori Ward, Saitama - Map

Fee

FREE!

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, BREAD LOVERS

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The Ultimate After-Work Stress Relief

Jingu Stadium Night Yoga 2023

If you're looking to take advantage of the warm early summer nights in Tokyo, Jingu Stadium Night Yoga is the perfect event for you. The mastermind behind this relaxing event is Active Icon, a group of hyperactive enthusiasts who try to energize Tokyo through health-conscious activities and relaxation. If you wish to calm your mind and body while enjoying the evening breeze, bring a friend or two and enjoy this outdoor after-work experience. Register online in advance.

Date

Sun Sep. 17, 2023

Time

7:30 P.M. - 8.30 P.M. (Doors open at 7 P.M.)

Location

Meiji Jingu Stadium, Kasumigaoka-machi 3-1, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

Free!

Info

Recommended for: Friends, Yogis, Stressed out folks

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© Photo by artaquarium.jp

Under The Sea

Summer Art Aquarium

To comemmorate the Summer Art Aquarium Exhibition called Goldfish in Ginza, Art Aquarium is hosting a photo contest! The theme for the photo contest is 'Cool' in all shapes and sizes. Take photos of the fishes or fish tank accents and post it on your social media for a chance to win an awesome prize.

Date

NOW THROUGH TUE SEP. 26, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo - Map

Fee

TICKET PRICES FROM ¥2,300

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, TOURISTS, ART LOVERS

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© Photo by sunshinecity.jp

In All Shapes and Colors

Sunshine City Aquarium: Poisonous Animals Exhibit

Back by popular demand, this poisonous animals exhibit at the Sunshine City Aquarium is once again available for all to enjoy. Check out 25 kinds of poisonous animals categorized into different levels of poison potency. If you can't get enough, why not snack on the different sweets they have inspired by the exhibit including Dokdoku Candy. Come early and you might even go home with a prize.

Date

Now through Sun, Nov. 11, 2023

Time

10 A.M. - 6 P.M. (8 P.M. on weekends)

Location

Sunshine City Aquarium, 3-1 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo - Map

Fee

¥600 (Just the exhibit)

Info

RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, ANIMAL LOVERS

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