This Week(End) At Home And Around Tokyo For October 3-4

Welcoming Autumn Back To The City

By The Savvy Team |
September 28, 2020 |
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Autumn in Japan is all about indulging in delicious food, marveling at gorgeous scenery, and immersing into culture and art. This first week of October has plenty of that! To keep entertained, check out our recommendations of things you can do at home during this global crisis, alongside a few events happening around the city.

This Week(End) At Home And Around Tokyo For October 3-4

Spooky Shots

Online Event: Kawasaki Halloween 2020

One of the biggest Halloween events near Tokyo is going online this year and extended to the whole month of October. Take part in the event by dressing up and uploading photos or videos to your social media sites with #oneworldhalloween and #kawahallo2020. There will also be prizes for the best costumes (and more), the biggest one being ¥500,000! No wonder why the costume quality at this event is that high!

Date: NOW THROUGH SAT, OCT. 31, 2020
Time: ANY TIME
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: COSPLAYERS, HALLOWEEN FUN

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Digital Dance

Online Event: Tahiti Festa 2020

The Tahiti Festival has been held in Odaiba every year since 2011. This year, they will be delivering a dance stage online to prevent infection of the coronavirus. This weekend teams of Tahitian dance groups active in Japan will be grooving it out all day. You’ll be able to access the dancers from your digital device, and even join in for a boogy from your home if you choose to!

Date: SAT, OCT. 3 - SUN, OCT. 4, 2020
Time: 11:45 A.M.-8 P.M. (SUNDAY FROM 11:15 A.M)
Location: ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
Fee: ¥1,500
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, DANCE FANS, TAHITI FANS

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Every Three Years

Yokohama Triennale 2020 Afterglow

Yokohama Triennale is an international exhibition of contemporary art that takes place in Yokohama once every three years. In addition to exhibits of works by artists who are active internationally, the triennale introduces a broad selection of budding artists and the latest trends in contemporary art. The theme word this year is “Afterglow”, chosen by Raqs Media Collective to reference how, in our everyday lives, we unknowingly experience the residues of light sparked at the beginning of our time. Make sure to pre-book a time slot as you purchase your ticket. You can also tour parts of the museum online!

Date: NOW THROUGH SUN, OCT. 11, 2020
Time: 10 A.M.-6 P.M.
Location: YOKOHAMA MUSEUM OF ART, PLOT 48, NYK MARITIME MUSEUM - Map
Fee: GENERAL ¥2,000, STUDENT ¥1,200, HIGH SCHOOL ¥800, JUNIOR SCHOOL AND UNDER FREE
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, FAMILIES, ARTISTS

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Roses Are Red

Kyu-Furukawa Garden Roses Bloom

Although the annual Rose Festival is canceled this year, the park still invites guests to 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 garden reflects the authenticity of the Japanese "Wa" spirit. All of this amidst the sight and scent of gorgeous roses!

Date: NOW THROUGH END OF NOVEMBER
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

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Old Is Gold

Oedo Antique Market

Inspired by traditional flea markets in Europe, this treasure hunting event brings together serious antique collectors and handmade artists displaying rare objects for bargain prices. As a general rule, the Oedo Antique Market will be open every first and third Sunday. Stop by to find your own new gem for your home and wardrobe!

Date: SUN, OCT. 4, 2020
Time: 9 A.M.-4 P.M.
Location: TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM EVENT SPACE, 3-5-1 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: TREASURE HUNTERS

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This Week(End) At Home And Around Tokyo For September 12-13

20,169 Steps For Mental Health

TELL Step Up Challenge 2020

Following massive success in their past Tokyo Tower Climb events, TELL is back with a new step up walking challenge, and yes, you are all encouraged to jump in and help support the organization’s cause: prevent suicide and provide mental health support to Japan’s international community. See their website for more info about participation.

Date: THU, SEP. 10 - SAT, OCT. 10, 2020
Time: ANY TIME
Location: ANYWHERE IN JAPAN
Fee: TEAM: ¥6,000 ADULT: ¥1,500 (UNDER 12 IS FREE)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, FRIENDS, COLLEAGUES, STUDENTS

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Lemon Space

Cosmos Flower Festival 2020

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: NOW THROUGH SUN, OCT 25, 2020
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: GENERAL: ¥450 (UNDER 15 FREE)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS

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Worth The Climb

Takao Beer Mount

Just a short walk from the end of Mt. Takao Cable Car Station, the Mt. Takao Beer Mount will open again this year at an observation facility with an altitude of 488 meters. There will be an all-you-can-drink of beers, wines and cocktails available for up to 90 minutes and an all-you-can-eat buffet too! To prevent the spread of the coronavirus, all guests are asked to wear masks, disinfect their hands and follow social distancing protocols. All workers will be equipped with masks and face shields.

Date: NOW THROUGH THU, OCT 15, 2020
Time: 1 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Location: BEER MOUNT, 2205 TAKAOMACHI, HACHIOJI, TOKYO - Map
Fee: MEN: ¥3,400 WOMEN: ¥3,200
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

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Learn Japanese Culture

Try An Online Workshop

Try out traditional Japanese art and cultural experiences run by field professionals, #StayAtHome style. Whether you want to take a tour of a sake brewery whilst sipping their sake, attempt some Japanese dancing, or join a Japanese cooking class, with these online classes you’ll conveniently be only a click away from learning something new. See "more info" link.

Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: HOME
Fee: VARIED
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: THOSE INTERESTED IN JAPANESE CULTURE

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More Things To Do When You’re Stuck At Home

Here you are, stuck at home to save lives. That's great but... What to do? Not everyone feels 100% comfortable when staying home 24/24, and even the most introverted person can feel like losing it in this situation. Want to rest all you can and unplug from everything? Go for it! Bored and in need of something to do? Follow our guide to make the most of this confinement. See "more info" link.

Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: HOME
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE

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More Things To Do In Tokyo

With so many festivals and big events cancelled for the rest of the year, life in Tokyo must stay a little more boring than usual, especially for those of us who always need to be out doing things. Have a look at a variety of special year-end deals available in Tokyo over the next few months. See "more info" link.

Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: TOKYO
Fee: VARIED
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE

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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!

Attending any of these events? Trying any of these activities? Send us photos through Instagram for a chance to be published on our feed. #SavvyTokyo