This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For Aug 31-Sept 1
Farewell Summer With Art, Music and Festival Fun
The summer vacation is almost over (while the heat unfortunately remains) and with school just about to restart, traveling out of town this weekend is perhaps not on many Tokyoites' agenda. Well, that's good news, because this weekend is all about taking it slow in Tokyo — and there are plenty of opportunities for that! Enjoy!
City Lights
Tokyo Tower City Light Fantasia
"Cool Japanese Summer" is the theme for this bright light event. In collaboration with Milky Way Illuminations, a 3D projector will be displaying enormous images of clouds, goldfish swimming in colorful marbles, and fields of blooming sunflowers. An incredible digital display that you can view from the Capital's iconic building, end this summer in a cool way!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- 7 P.M. - 10:50 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO TOWER, 4-2-8 SHIBAKOEN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥900 (ADULT), ¥500 (CHILD), ¥400 (CHILD UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, ANYONE WHO'S NEVER TO TOKYO TOWER
Soran! Soran! Soran!
The Yosakoi: Ooedo Soran Matsuri
The Soran Bushi chants will be loud and clear all around the Kiba area this weekend! 45 Yosakoi teams will be competing for most originality and best costume design at this intense traditional Japanese dance performance. One of the largest events of its kind, this one is a must for anyone who needs some end-of-summer inspiration—it gets that heated!
- Date
- SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- 9:50 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
- Location
- KIBA PARK, 4-6-1 HIRANO, KOTO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: JAPANESE CULTURE FANS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, DANCERS
Jazzy Days
Tokyo Jazz Festival
Tokyo's largest jazz festival gathers a diverse lineup of domestic and international artists, including the legendary Herbie Hancock, Lee Konitz, and Sadao Watanabe. The majority of concerts will be held at Shibuya's NHK Hall complemented by free shows along the Keyakizaka streets in Yoyogi Park, as well as several more intimate tunes at the WWW and WWWx clubs. There will also be a special parade along the famous Shibuya Center-Gai street.
- Date
- FRI, AUG 30 - SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- VARIOUS. SEE DETAILED SCHEDULE ON OFFICIAL WEBSITE
- Location
- NHK HALL, YOYOGI PARK, CLUBS WWW, WWW X AND MORE
- Fee
- ¥3,800-¥19,800 (NHK HALL), ¥5,000 (CLUBS), FREE (STREET PLAZA & YOYOGI PARK)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: JAZZ FANS, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Paint Your 'Gram
Vinyl Museum: Shibuya 109
Want to spice up your Instagram with aesthetic photo-worthy visuals? The Vinyl Art Museum is a unique and imaginative touring art exhibition unlike anything you've ever experienced. This photogenic museum allows you to become part of the artwork—and instantly win over your followers!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- 10 A.M. - 9 P.M.
- Location
- SHIBUYA 109 3-6F, 2-29-1 DOGENZAKA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: INSTAGRAMMERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES
Gold Hunt
Hiroo Creative Lifestyle Pop Up Market
Tired of all the conventional goods out there in the market? This market is all about celebrating unique creations, from handmade accessories to one-of-a-kind lamps and interior objects. Stop by to grab your own piece of gold for your home or your office.
- Date
- WED, SEPT 28 - MON, SEPT 2, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 6 P.M.
- Location
- 1F, 5-16-3 HIROO, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: PEOPLE WHO LIKE UNIQUE GADGETS AND RARE INTERIOR ITEMS
Beer Fes
Hi-Beer Garden
Come by Hibiya Park this weekend for a beer-filled adventure! The beautiful modern space in Hibiya park will let you escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Unlike the customary pipe chairs and picnic tables, this beer garden will sublime into a cozy outdoor space with modern furniture and interior. A variety of beers and food items will be sold around the area.
- Date
- FRI, AUG 30 - SUN, SEPT 9, 2019
- Time
- 4 P.M. - 11:30 P.M. (WEEKDAY) 11 A.M. - 11:30 P.M. (WEEKEND)
- Location
- HIBIYA PARK, 1-6 HIBIYA-KOEN, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, WORKMATES, BEER LOVERS
T-Pop And More
Thai Fair
One of the Asian countries with the strongest presence in Japan (who hasn’t been to a Thai restaurant at least once over the past month?), Thailand will be taking the front stage at Ueno Park this weekend for a fun two-day festival, including everything from Thai food, drinks, music, dancing, and much more! Enjoy!
- Date
- SAT, AUG 31 - SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- 10 A.M. - 9 P.M.
- Location
- UENO PARK, 2 UENO KOEN, TAITO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, THAI CULTURE FANS
Disney's Best
Musical: Blast! The Music of Disney
If you’re a Disney-lover this musical is a must. The special show will feature everyone's favorite Disney sounds from various Disney movies such as Aladdin, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Pirates of the Caribbean, and so much more! The show will also feature the famous main street electrical parade; fun for the whole family and a great way to get out of this summer heat!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥8,000 - ¥11,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, DISNEY LOVERS, MUSICAL FANS
Sugarcoated Happiness
Sweets Forest's Summer Sweets Special
Forget about the diet for the day and celebrate the end of summer by indulging in cool sweets. The popular dessert heaven Sweets Forest in Jiyugaoka introduces its summer sweets special which includes fruity Hong Kong-style tapioca milk tea, sweet and sour jelly drinks, peach crepes, cakes, and everyone's summer favorite: Japanese shaved ice—this time with a unique visual twist! This weekend will be the last chance to grab one of these sugary goods so don’t miss out!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, SEPT 1, 2019
- Time
- 10 A.M. - 8 P.M.
- Location
- JIYUGAOKA SWEETS FOREST, 2-25-7 MIDORIGAOKA, MEGURO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- VARIES
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: SWEET TOOTHS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, INSTAGRAMMERS
Spicy As Hell And Tasty As Well
Gekikara Gourmet Festival
Find how much spice you need in your life at this festival of everything from ultra-hot curry rice to ramen to even more spicy chicken served to you by prominent cooks from all over the world. Held for the 7th consecutive year, the fourth (out of six) round for this summer will take place this weekend. Make the last of your summer extra hot!
- Date
- FRI, AUG 30 - WED, SEPT 4, 2019. (ROUND 4)
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 9 P.M.
- Location
- SHINJUKU OKUBO PARK, 2-43 KABUKICHO, SHINJUKU-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY, FOOD ITEMS FROM ¥800-¥1,200
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FOODIES, SPICY FOOD FANS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
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