This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For Feb 1-2
Cultural Celebrations And Ways To Keep Warm In The City
Welcome February, welcome good luck and lovely vibes! It's the month of Setsubun, Valentines's and plum blossoms and we just can't wait to get enough of them all! Here are our top event picks for this week(end). Enjoy!
Check It Out
Horizon Japan International School Open House
Curious to know what's offered at a top-notch international school? Horizon Japan International School is holding an open house event for families to scope out the many aspects of their school. Horizon provides early to secondary education as well as various extra-curricular programs which include sports, arts, academic clubs and more. The open house event is free but does require registration beforehand, which should be completed by Mon, Feb. 10. Light refreshments will be provided.
- Date
- TUE, FEB. 11, 2020 (REGISTER BY FEB. 10, 2020)
- Time
- 10 A.M.-12:30 P.M.
- Location
- HORIZON JAPAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, 1-24 ONO, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA
- Fee
- FREE (REQUIRES REGISTRATION)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS
Welcome Good Luck
Setsubun Festival At Zojoji Temple
Join celebrities, politicians and sumo wrestlers at the annual bean-throwing “Setsubun” festival at Zojoji Temple, one of the largest such events in Tokyo. Setsubun, meaning the day before the first day of spring, is one of the most unique Japanese traditions and is celebrated across the country when people throw away beans toward demons to scare them away and bring good luck. Thousands of people join the Zozoji event and the battle for bean catch is fierce, so come well-armed.
- Date
- MON, FEB. 3, 2020
- Time
- FROM 10:20 P.M. (BEAN THROWING FROM 12:20 P.M.)
- Location
- ZOJOJI TEMPLE, TOKYO, 4-7-35 SHIBAKOEN, MINATO, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, SOLO OUTINGS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS
Slide Your Way
Ice Skating at Tokyo Midtown
The outdoor ice skating rink at Tokyo Midtown is one of the largest in the city, with a capacity of 210 people. It’s perfect for beginners and advanced skaters alike, and children are welcome, making this a great family outing right in the center of the city. For a fun, romantic date option head to the rink after 5 p.m., when the lights on the surrounding trees are switched on.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, MARCH 1, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.-10 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO MIDTOWN (GRASS SQUARE), 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO, TOKYO
- Fee
- WEEKDAY: ¥2,000 (ADULT), ¥1,500 (CHILD) WEEKEND: ¥2,500 (ADULT), ¥2,000 (CHILD) (PRICES INCLUDE SKATE RENTAL AND COFFEE TICKET)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Catch Your Good Luck
Naritasan Setsubun Festival
Another major Setsubun event, the bean-throwing day at Naritasan Temple attracts around 40 thousand visitors every year. Many celebrities and athletes participate in the ceremony, which sets fire to intense competition over the bean packages.
- Date
- MON, FEB. 3, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M. (FIRST BEAN-THROWING SESSION), 1:30 P.M. (SECOND SESSION), 4 P.M. (THIRD SESSION)
- Location
- NARITASAN SHINSHOJI TEMPLE, 1 NARITA, CHIBA
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, CELEBRITY FANS, FRIENDS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS
Too Sweet To Resist
Hot Sweets Fair
The perfect event for those who feel it's too cold for ice cream but still need something to satisfy their sweet tooth. This expansive range of hot sweets includes fondant chocolat, crepes, sweet hot drinks, hot chocolate mousse and so much more. Warm yourself up and enjoy the indulgence.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH THU, FEB. 27, 2020
- Time
- 10 A.M.-8 P.M.
- Location
- JIYUGAOKA SWEETS FOREST, 2-25-7 MIDORIGAOKA, MEGURO, TOKYO
- Fee
- VARIOUS (DEPENDS ON DESSERT)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: SWEET TOOTHS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS
All Wrapped Up
Exhibition: Mummies Of The World
Discover the many wonders of mummies from all over the world. In this exhibition, mummies from all over the world and their cultural backgrounds will be introduced to let people know their cultural and academic values.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH MON, FEB. 24, 2020
- Time
- 9 A.M.-5 P.M., (9 A.M.-8 P.M. ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS.) CLOSED MONDAYS
- Location
- NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE, 7-20 UENO PARK, TAITO, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥1,700 (GENERAL)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: SOLO DATES, HISTORY BUFFS, COUPLES, FAMILIES
Sake And Snacks
Fuyusai Winter Festival
Head out this weekend to try delicious local sake and gourmet from all over Japan. Grab some friends and get yourself an “all-you-can-drink ticket” to truly enjoy the event in full. If sake isn’t your thing, don’t be discouraged! This event will also feature a number of tasty "local appetizers" using seasonal meats, fish, vegetables, and mushrooms, showing off the characteristics of each region.
- Date
- FRI, JAN 31-SUN, FEB 2, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 7 P.M. (SUN. UNTIL 6 P.M.)
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, 2-3 JINNAN, SHIBUYA, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE! (ALL-YOU-CAN-DRINK TICKETS FROM ¥2,000)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS, SAKE LOVERS
Love Peru
Salsa Marathon “Salsathon”
In celebration of the upcoming Olympics, a salsa marathon will be held along with hot Latin music, local cuisines, and traditional dance performances. This event is a great opportunity to work on your salsa moves and warm up during the chilly winter weekend.
- Date
- SAT, FEB 1-SUN, FEB 2, 2020
- Time
- 12 A.M. - 7 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, KEYAKI NAMIKI, 1-5-11 JINNAN, SHIBUYA, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES, INTERNATIONAL CULTURE FANS
Catch the Dream!
Broadway Musical: Dreamgirls
Go watch an inspiring musical performance following the story of a young female singing trio from Chicago, who become music superstars! The musical will feature a strong cast with Kadejah Oné as Effie White, Sharaé Moultrie as Deena, Berlande Millus as Lorrelle Robinson and more!
- Date
- WED, JAN. 29-SUN, FEB. 16, 2020
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥10,000-¥14,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: MUSICAL FANS, DATES, FRIENDS, FAMILY
Winter Buzz
Tokyo Hot Cocktail Fair 2020
Look into the beauty of cocktail making by watching an amazing cocktail performance with a hot cocktail in hand to warm you up. The event will also feature a live painting performance, dancers and DJs. There will be lots to eat too!
- Date
- SAT, FEB 1-SUN, FEB 2, 2020
- Time
- 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.
- Location
- UENO ONSHI PARK FOUNTAIN SQUARE, 5-6 UENOKOEN, TAITO, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥100 WRISTBAND FOR DRINKERS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES
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