This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For November 7-8
Design, Dancing, And Autumn In The City
Open your screens to a variety of online street dance competitions, or journey in to see some of Tokyo's best creatives. November starts with a great list of must-see, must-feel events. Here are our top 10 picks!
Tradition Meets Street Dance
Online Event: Dream Yosakoi Matsuri
One of Japan's most powerful and colorful traditional dance is now known worldwide, and this event aims to further spread the joy of Yosakoi. The festival celebrates online this year but will be filmed in Odaiba and Marunouchi.
- Date
- SUN, NOV. 8, 2020
- Time
- 3:30 P.M.-8 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS, FRIENDS, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS
Step Up!
Online Event: Shibuya Street Dance Week
Professional and amateur street dancers of all ages will unite online for one of the best street dance events. From a high school team competition, and dance battles, this online show is like no other! Come to see, feel, and dance along!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SAT, NOV. 7, 2020
- Time
- FROM 7 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DANCERS, FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES
In The Spotlight
Online Event: Vogue Fashion's Night In 2020
Every year fashionistas from all around Tokyo gather out to attend this massive one night-limited Japan franchise of the global event by Vogue. However this year the event will be held online, and for two weeks long! Aimed to celebrate fashion, participating stores will wow the crowds with unique sales, giveaways, and special events. Online appearances by key Japanese celebrities, including model Mari Natsuki and Hikari Mori is also on the agenda.
- Date
- FRI, OCT. 23 - SUN, NOV. 8, 2020
- Time
- VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
- Location
- ONLINE - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FASHIONISTAS
Seasonal Delights
Hachioji Ginkgo Festival
Held every year in the fall season, the Hachioji Ginkgo Festival is back again and welcomes visitors to a splendid scenery of golden leaves. The festival this year will be kept tame compared to past years and will not have any parades or stalls, however, you can participate in an online stamp rally for a chance to win some prizes as you stroll along and enjoy the spectacular view.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH MON, NOV. 30, 2020
- Time
- 8 A.M.-8 P.M.
- Location
- AROUND HACHIOJI STATION - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
For International Residents Living in Japan
Expat Expo Tokyo 2020
The Expat Expo Tokyo 2020 is a special new event organised to help international residents living in Japan. Vendors will be offering a range of information for international residents to find English-friendly services provided by local businesses, governments and associations. There will also be fun performances and events that visitors are able to join for free alongside seminars and presentations by professionals.
- Date
- FRI, NOV. 6 - SAT, NOV. 7, 2020
- Time
- 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO WORLD GATE, 4-1 TORANOMON, MINATO CITY, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES AND RESIDENTS
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. 7-SUN, NOV. 8, 2020
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO BIG SIGHT EAST HALL, 3-11-1 ARIAKE, KOTO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥800 (ADVANCE), ¥1,000 (AT THE DOOR)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: DESIGNERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILY
Cinema Delights
Tokyo International Film Festival 2020
The only Japanese film festival accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations is back again this year, bringing films from around the world to Tokyo. Around 200 cinema pieces are divided into numerous sections, allowing viewers to explore various tastes.
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 31-MON, NOV. 9, 2020
- Time
- VARIES DEPENDING ON PROGRAM
- Location
- TOHO CINEMAS ROPPONGI HILLS, EX THEATER ROPPONGI, NATIONAL FILM CENTER, THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, KABUKIZA THEATRE, AND TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM - Map
- Fee
- VARIES DEPENDING ON PROGRAM
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FILM FANS
The Sound of Music
Shibuya Music Scramble
Shibuya's largest street music festival, this event opens the city's doors to diversity, uniqueness and inspiration. Think of a street festival from back home and you'll get the picture. There will be station live shows, street jazz, Shibuya diversity sessions bringing Shibuya's top musicians, dance events, live concerts, and so much more. All in all, this is the weekend to be in Shibuya!
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 17-SAT, NOV. 7, 2020
- Time
- DEPENDS ON EVENTS. SEE OFFICIAL WEBSITE.
- Location
- BUNKAMURA AVENUE, SHIBUYA 109, DOGENZAKA, SHIBUYA MODI AND OTHER LOCATIONS IN SHIBUYA - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, MUSIC LOVERS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS
Roses Are Red
Kyu-Furukawa Garden Roses Bloom
Although the annual Rose Festival is canceled this year, the park still invites guests to take a pleasant stroll amid plenty of beautiful roses at this Western-style Japanese garden. The venue is well known for its infusion of Eastern and Western aesthetics; the western-style building brings back the 1900s British taste, while the garden reflects the authenticity of the Japanese "Wa" spirit. All of this amidst the sight and scent of gorgeous roses!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH END OF NOVEMBER
- Time
- 9 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- KYU-FURUKAWA GARDENS, 1 NISHIGAHARA, KITA-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- ¥150 (GENERAL), ¥70 (OVER 65)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: NATURE LOVERS, FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS, DATES
Spooky Sparkles
Forest Halloween Night 2020
Held only on weekends, the Shinrinkoen Park will hold a light-up/illumination event using various art works and heaps of Halloween-related decorations. Other installations and art projects will also be exhibited at the same time. Enjoy an unique night walk through the park with illuminations and artistic illuminations.
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 10 - SUN, NOV. 8, 2020 (WEEKENDS ONLY)
- Time
- AFTER 5 P.M. (NOV. AFTER 4:30 P.M.)
- Location
- MUSASHI-KYURYO NATIONAL GOVERNMENT PARK, 1920 YAMATA, NAMEGAWA, HIKI, SAITAMA - Map
- Fee
- GENERAL: ¥450 (UNDER MIDDLE SCHOOL FREE)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
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