This Week(End) At Home And Around Tokyo For September 26-27
#StaySafe #SaveLives
Covid-19 continues to play a threat across Japan, especially in Tokyo. For the sake of yourself and others, we highly suggest that you take precautions when leaving your home. 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.
The Future Touches Gaming
Online Event: Tokyo Game Show 2020
This year the Tokyo Game Show will be streamed online with 36 Official Exhibitor Programs, 11 Organizer Projects, and four e-Sports X events, which will be available for viewing on various video streaming platforms. Watch keynote speeches which will invite leading figures from game publishers to discuss the possibilities of games and what they will bring us in the future. The Projects will also provide the latest trends in the growing e-sports field and programs to encourage children and young generations who dream about becoming a game creator.
- Date
- WED, SEP. 23 - SUN, SEP. 27, 2020
- Time
- VARIED
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: GAMERS
Year Of Friendship
Online Event: Japan-Korea Exchange Festival 2020
This festival celebrates their 12th anniversary this year. Again the festival will celebrate the two countries, as the largest Japan-Korea exchange, coming together in hope for the two countries to continue to build together a better Japan-Korea relationship. If you’re a fan of K-pop, K-beauty, K-drama or K-food, this online festival is a must!
- Date
- SAT, SEP. 26, 2020
- Time
- 1 P.M.-4:30 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, WORLD TRAVELERS, KOREANS IN TOKYO AND THEIR FRIENDS
Liar Liar
Online Event: Perfect Liars Club Tokyo
Four people tell a story: three are completely true, but one person is telling a lie! Can you spot the liar? Listen, laugh, interrogate, vote.
- Date
- SAT, SEP. 26, 2020
- Time
- 7:50 P.M.-9:50 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,500 (RESERVE IN ADVANCE)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, STORYTELLERS, GOOD LIARS, COUPLES
Giveaways And Special Deals
Mukoomi Pop Up Event
The ethnically diverse CBD wellness and beauty range, Mukoomi will be holding its first ever pop-up store in Daikanyama over 4 days. You can pick up or try out the products you are interested in and be offered visitor only special novelties. Those who spend over 15,000 in products will also be offered a free eye serum!
- Date
- THU, SEP. 24-SUN, SEP. 27, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- RE CREATE INC, 9-1 DAIKANYAMACHO, SHIBUYA CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: THOSE INTERESTED IN BEAUTY PRODUCTS AND SKINCARE
Hidden Goodies
Mottainai Flea Market
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This massive market will be held indoors perfect for keeping you away from the freezing winter weather. The event is popular among young people who buy and sell cool vintage wear. In addition, the event will simultaneously be hosting a kids flea market.
- Date
- SAT, SEP 26-SUN, SEP 27, 2020
- Time
- 10 A.M. – 4 P.M.
- Location
- NAKANO CENTRAL PARK, 4 CHOME-10-2 NAKANO, NAKANO CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, SOLO SHOPPING
For The Love of the Film
ShortShorts Film Festival 2020
Launched in 1999 as a small film festival in Harajuku that featured only six short titles by George Lucas when he was a student, this annual event has grown to become one of the largest Academy-recognized film festivals in Asia. This year, some 200 titles selected from 5,000 contestants from over 110 countries are screened in several locations around Tokyo. Go get some creativity and an inspiration boost!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, SEP. 27, 2020
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE) - Map
- Fee
- FREE (SOME PROGRAMS ARE CHARGED)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, SOLO DATES
At Ryogoku Kokugikan
September 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, SEP. 13 - SUN, SEP. 27, 2020
- Time
- VARIED
- Location
- RYOGOKU KOKUGIKAN, 1-3-28 YOKOAMI, SUMIDA CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: SUMO FANS, FANS OF JAPANESE CULTURE
Be The Chef
Attempt A Savvy Tokyo Recipe
Why not take this opportunity to work on your cooking skills? Cooking can be extremely therapeutic and a great form of self-care. Check out the long list of delicious recipes on our site. From traditional Japanese dishes to international treats with an oriental twist, there’s something for everyone! Find something you’d like to try and give it a go! See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- YOUR KITCHEN
- Fee
- INGREDIENTS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HOME CHEFS, THOSE LOOKING TO TRY NEW THINGS
Are You A Spring, Summer, Autumn, Or Winter Type?
Find Your Seasonal Color Palette
What is your color palette? You might be struggling to find the perfect color combination for your dream wardrobe. But, fear no more, seasonal color experts in Japan have a way to help you choose what to wear or not to wear. Exploding in popularity among Japanese fashionistas, seasonal color analysis—Japan-style—is the answer to your fashion prayers. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- VARIED
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FASHION FANS
List Of Twelve
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
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
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