This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For December 5-6
Winter Lights, Markets, And Fun In The City
Before we know it it's almost December, meaning it's time to get in the Christmas and holiday spirit — not only by indulging in festive shopping but also by giving back to the community! 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.
Satisfy Your Inner Geek
Online Event: Tokyo Comic Con
What started out as Golden State Comic Book Convention in 1970, Comic Con is now an event that incorporates technology and pop culture. Unlike other conventions in Japan, anime and cosplay festivals specifically, Tokyo Comic Con keeps its “American” style foundation with non-Japanese fandoms such as Marvel, DC, Harry Potter, and more.
- Date
- FRI, DEC. 4-SUN, DEC. 6, 2020
- Time
- ALL DAY (SEE ONLINE SCHEDULE)
- Location
- ONLINE - Map
- Fee
- PREMIUM ACCESS: ¥550
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COMIC FANS, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Run For A Cause
Virtual Run For The Cure Walk For Life 2020
Help raise awareness of breast cancer by running (or walking) in the cool weather this weekend. The event will take place online but requires you to do a 10k/5k course run or a 3k walk. The event will also have raffles for a chance to win awesome prizes. Reservation a place online now.
- Date
- FRI, DEC. 4 - MON, DEC. 7, 2020
- Time
- 6 A.M.-12 A.M.
- Location
- ANYWHERE IN JAPAN
- Fee
- ¥5,000 (ADULTS), ¥2,500 (6-12 YEARS OLD), FREE FOR CHILDREN BELOW 5
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
Mother-Daughter Duo
Live Or Live Stream That Is The Question Vol.2
A charity concert will be held by a mother and daughter team and their wonderful musical friends. Although the concert will be performed in a cozy bar in Ginza, you can also watch the event online live though the broadcasting stream. All proceeds from the event will go to Refugees Empowerment International, who have been funding projects that empower refugees worldwide to regain their independence.
- Date
- SAT, DEC. 5, 2020
- Time
- 5:15 P.M.-8 P.M.
- Location
- Bar Rubato Ginza, 7−2−11, Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- ¥2,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: MUSIC LOVERS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Antique Shopping Spree
Akasaka Nominoichi in Ark Hills
Looking for a sophisticated place to shop for your Christmas gifts? Let us suggest Ark Hills, where you can grab furniture, clothes, jewelry, and so much more. If you get too hungry from all the shopping, you can also stop by for a coffee and homemade cookie break at the numerous food trucks parked in the area.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH FRI, DEC. 25, 2020
- Time
- 8 A.M.-11:30 P.M.
- Location
- ARK HILLS, 1-12-32, AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, PEOPLE WHO ENJOY FLEA MARKETS
'Tis The Season
Yokohama Akarenga Christmas Market
The Yokohama Akarenga Christmas Market is one of the biggest and most popular markets of its kind in Japan, drawing tens of thousands of visitors annually. It’s a great place to visit for shopping, eating, and sightseeing, as well as to experience a truly festive feeling under the (real) giant Christmas tree. There’ll be hot wine, seasonal ornaments, and beautiful light displays, as well as live Christmas song shows and more.
- Date
- FRI, DEC. 4 - FRI, DEC. 25, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.-9 P.M.
- Location
- YOKOHAMA AKARENGA, 1-1, SHIN-MINATO, NAKA-KU, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS, COUPLES
Simple And Stylish
Bunkamura Xmas 2020
Let’s spend this winter at home. Bunkamura will help make the Christmas and New Year home time even more enjoyable, and will provide gifts for the loved ones you couldn't see this year. There will also be special restaurant menus and special events too.
- Date
- WED, DEC. 2-SUN, DEC. 6, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M. (SUN UNTIL 6 P.M.)
- Location
- BUNKAMURA THE MUSEUM, 2-24-1, DOGENZAKA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,500 (GENERAL)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, THOSE IN NEED OF A THERAPEUTIC SESSION
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. 28-FRI, DEC. 25, 2020
- 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
Winter Lights
Tokyo Dome City Smile Illumination
Tokyo Dome City is decorated in happy LED lights with illumination attractions resembling the Edo period and the essence of traditional Japan. It's never too early to marvel at the sparkling lights with your loved ones!
- Date
- FRI, NOV. 13-FRI, DEC. 25, 2020
- Time
- 5 P.M.-12 A.M.
- Location
- TOKYO DOME CITY, 1-3 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS
Resonance of Gold and Birthstone
Yomiuriland Jewellumination
Yomiuriland turns into a “jewellery fantasy” bringing together light, color and “brilliant” music. If originality isn’t enough to get you through the ticket gate, then a sunset or after dark gondola ride from Keio Yomiuriland Station to the theme park’s entrance should be. This is a really beautiful way to view this particular illumination, without the crowds and in some relative peace and quiet, before you get in amongst it. And the view from above is just breathtaking, especially watching the rides in operation under the twinkling night sky.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, APR. 4, 2021
- Time
- 10 A.M.-8:30 P.M.
- Location
- YOMIYURILAND, 4015-1 YANOKUCHI, INAGI, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- NIGHT PASS: ¥1,500 (ADULTS) ¥500-800 (CHILD)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
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