This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For Nov 16-17
Autumn Colors, Community Festivals, And Fun In The City
Tokyo's trees are slowly changing colors and the city is wholeheartedly ready to embrace the second best picture-perfect season in Japan: Autumn. Here are our top 10 events for the upcoming weekend, all of which perfectly capture the essence of early autumn — namely, the joy of going out in the city and enjoying the lovely weather!
The Smell Of Freshly Baked Bread
Aoyama Bread Festival
Indulge in the bakery-filled atmosphere at the annual bread festival in Aoyama. The perfect event to stock up on some freshly made bread and delicacies from bakeries all over Japan. Wine and chef-made picnic sets are also available.
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16-SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.- 5 P.M.
- Location
- FARMER'S MARKET AT UNITED NATIONS UNIVERSITY, 5-53-70 JINGUMAE, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE ENTRY
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BREAD LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES
Scent Of Autumn
Jingugaien Ginkgo Festival
Held every year in the fall season, the Ginkgo Festival is back again in Jingugaien. The marvelous yellow leaves along the ginkgo alley is one sight that is not to be missed! The festival is also known for its wide variety of food, this year with over 30 vendors altogether selling everything from Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and grilled oysters to warm drinks fit for the season. A perfect event to taste, feel, and smell autumn all at once.
- Date
- FRI, NOV. 15-SUN, DEC. 1, 2019
- Time
- 10 A.M.-5:30 P.M.
- Location
- GAIEN ICHO NAMIKI WATER FOUNTAIN AREA, 2 KASUMIGAOKA MACHI, SHINJUKU-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, SOLO DATES
Our First Step
Universal Children’s Day Youth Festival
To commemorate Universal Children’s Day (Nov. 20) and raise awareness of issues affecting children’s rights all over the world, the Tokyo-based international human rights NGO, Human Rights Now, annually organizes this charity event. This weekend, you are invited to join the youth festival with your kids, family, and friends to help the organization raise funds for its programs.
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-6 P.M.
- Location
- HOSEI UNIVERSITY ICHIGAYA CAMPUS, 2-17-1 FUJIMI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES
Winter Lights
Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination
Tokyo Dome City is decorated in beautiful 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
- WED, NOV. 13-WED, FEB. 26, 2019
- Time
- 5 P.M.-12 A.M.
- Location
- TOKYO DOME CITY, 1-3 KORAKU, BUNKYO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FAMILIES, INSTAGRAMERS
Seasonal Delights
Hachioji Ginkgo Festival
Another ginkgo festival this weekend, the Hachioji edition welcomes visitors to a splendid scenery of the yellow leaves, various stage performances and parades by local dance teams. There will also be a number of booths selling goodies to support the disaster-affected Tohoku region. Of course, good food and drinks are offered as well.
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16-SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 9 A.M.-5 P.M. (SAT), 9 A.M.-4:30 P.M. (SUN)
- Location
- AROUND HACHIOJI STATION
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
A Taste Of Sea
Japan Fisherman's Festival
Sushi, sashimi...you'll find it all here. Held for the fifth year, this festival celebrates fresh seafood by inviting top chefs and exhibitors from across Japan to set up stalls selling their best marine products. Also on the agenda are special entertainment events, including stage performances and presentations.
- Date
- THU, NOV. 14- SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-9 P.M. (THU, FRI), 10 A.M.-9 P.M. (SAT), 10 A.M.-6 P.M. (SUN)
- Location
- HIBIYA PARK, HIBIYA KOEN, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FOODIES, FISH FANS, FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Catch 'Em All
Pokemon Go Community Day
If you haven't gotten in the Pokemon Go fever yet, we're sure you will if you attend this event this weekend, which sees thousands of players forming a community to celebrate and play in the Pokemonster universe! A great opportunity to make some friends and to catch 'em all with other trainers! #PokemonGOCommunityDay
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-2 P.M.
- Location
- COMMUNITY PARKS AROUND TOKYO, YOYOGI PARK, HIBIYA PARK, UENO PARK
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: POKEMON TRAINERS, FRIENDS, POKEMON FANS
Step Up!
Shibuya Street Dance Week
This weekend, professional and amateur street dancers of all ages will unite for one of the best street dance events in Tokyo. From a high school team competition, dance battles, and a flash mob session, this Shibuya show is like no other! Come to see, feel, and dance along!
- Date
- MON, NOV. 11- SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-3:30 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, 2 JINNAN, YOYOGI, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES
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Musical Sister Act
Based on the 1992 film with the same name by Alan Menken, "Sister Act", is a musical about a lively lounge singer Deloris Van Cartier (played by Whoopi Goldberg in the original film) who sees her mobster boyfriend commit murder. She is relocated for her protection and is disguised as a nun in a California convent. Japanese soul singer, Kumiko Mori, will be taking the role of Deloris in this Japanese adaptation of the famed musical.
- Date
- FRI, NOV. 15-SUN, DEC. 8, 2019
- Time
- VARIOUS
- Location
- TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥4,500-¥13,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, MUSICAL FANS, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Smooth Seductions
Whisky Festival
Anyone over 20 can join this drink festival, currently celebrating its 11th anniversary. Free cocktails from famous bartenders, finger food and over 80 whisky brands will gather for an elegant weekend dedicated to the smooth drink.
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16-SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 12 P.M.-7 P.M. (SAT), 11 A.M.-6 P.M. (SUN)
- Location
- BELLE SALLE TAKADANOBABA EVENT HALL (INSIDE SUMITOMO ESTATE SHINJUKU GARDEN TOWER), 3-8-2 OKUBO, SHINJUKU-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥4,500 (PRE-ORDERED, ONE DAY), ¥8,000 (PRE-ORDERED, BOTH DAYS), ¥5,000 (AT THE DOOR)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: WHISKY LOVERS, FRIENDS
Creativity In Design
Design Festa
The largest design festival in Asia, this grand celebration of art and creativity has been attracting designers and amateur artists from all over the world since 1994. Unique stage performances, exciting original art pieces, and international cuisine are all in the mix. Come be inspired and get the creative juices flowing. Book advance tickets online or at convenient stores to avoid getting caught up in long queues.
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 16-SUN, NOV. 17, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO BIG SIGHT EAST HALL, 3-11-1 ARIAKE, KOTO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥800 (ADVANCE), ¥1,000 (AT THE DOOR)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DESIGNERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILY
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