This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For Oct 12-14
Cultural Events, Festivals, And Lots To Eat
*Due to Typhoon #19 approaching this weekend many of the event dates have been changed/cancelled. Dates have been updated below.*
It's hard to choose one event (if you had to) this week, and long weekend. From festivals to concerts and food events covering the whole of Japan (and other countries too), this weekend is all about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new!
Empowering Women's Health
Ladyknows Fes
This woman's health festival offers ladies a fun way to learn about their bodies. In Japan the proportion of people who haven't taken a medical check for over a year was highest among women in their 20s and 30s. This event is a great opportunity to update your knowledge and learn more about your body (info sessions will be held in Japanese).
- Date
- MON, OCT. 7-FRI, OCT. 11, 2019
- Time
- 1 P.M.-9 P.M.
- Location
- TRUNK GALLERY 1F-4F, 1-5-4 SHOTO, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥600 (ADULT), ¥200 (AGES 7-15), ¥100 (UNDER 6) UNDER 3 FREE
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: LADIES, MOTHER AND DAUGHTER
Loaves of Happiness
Setagaya Bread Festival
Come smell and taste the bakery-filled atmosphere at this popular annual bread festival in Setagaya. There will be over 100 booths selling delicious bread of all kinds, as well as live performances and music to get you in the mood for tasting.
- Date
- SUN, OCT. 13-MON, OCT. 14, 2019
- Time
- 11 A.M.-5 P.M.
- Location
- SETAGAYA MONOZUKURI SCHOOL, IKEJIRI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SETAGAYA PARK FOUNTAIN AREA, AND OTHER AREAS AROUND IKEJIRI OHASHI
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BREAD LOVERS, FAMILIES WITH KIDS, SOLO DATES (SO NO ONE CAN JUDGE YOU)
Rock Opera
Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert
The Tokyu Theatre will be hosting The Really Useful Group Ltd.’s arrangement of Jesus Christ Superstar; A 1970 rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The musical is mostly sung-through, with little spoken dialogue so it’s perfect for any rock music lover! The story is loosely based on the last week of Jesus's life, with a free interpretation of the psychology of Jesus and other characters.
- Date
- FRI, OCT. 11-MON, OCT. 14, 2019
- Time
- VARIOUS
- Location
- TOKYU THEATRE ORB, SHIBUYA HIKARIE 11F, 2-21-1 SHIBUYA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- ¥6,500-¥12,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, MUSICAL FANS, ROCK FANS
International Food Festival
Nishimachi International School Food Fair
Come hungry and be prepared to enjoy delectable dishes from around the world, including mouth-watering Korean BBQ, burgers, chicken and pork adobo, Thai green curry, Mexican quesadillas, a dessert buffet serving exclusive sweets from around the globe and so much more! For the kids, there will be face painting, kids manicures and tattoo stickers, crafts, and games galore, while the parents can enjoy a relaxing drink or two. There will also be lots of live entertainment with music, taiko drums, hula dancing and cheerleading performances. A great event for the whole family!
- Date
- SAT, NOV. 23, 2019 (ORIGINALLY OCT. 12 BUT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO TYPHOON)
- Time
- 10 A.M.-3 P.M.
- Location
- NISHIMACHI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, 2-14-7 MOTOAZABU, MINATO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FOODIES, CHILDREN
Cheers to Oktober!
Yokohama Oktoberfest
Mixing Japan's love for beer and German tradition, Oktoberfest is being held in the birthplace of Japan's beer industry. With over 100 varieties of beer, including limited-edition Oktoberfest beers to enjoy, you're guaranteed an exciting night with a beautiful view of the Yokohama bay right next door. Watch live musical performances, fill your plates with traditional German cuisine, and wash it all down with a tall crisp glass!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SAT, OCT. 20, 2019 (CLOSED THIS WEEKEND SAT. 12 & SUN. 13)
- Time
- 12 P.M.-9:30 P.M. (WEEKDAYS), 11 A.M.-9:30 P.M. (WEEKENDS)
- Location
- YOKOHAMA REDBRICK WAREHOUSE EVENT SPACE
- Fee
- ¥300 ENTRANCE FEE (FREE ENTRY FOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND YOUNGER, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, BEER-LOVERS
Children's Paradise
Kodomo No Kuni Kids Autumn Festival
Kodomo no Kuni, one of Japan's largest amusement parks for the little ones, is hosting its annual autumn festival offering children three full days of various events and chances to go out and play. There will be group sports, craft-making, heroes live shows and so much more.
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 12-MON, OCT. 14, 2019 (CHANGES EXPECTED DUE TO TYPOON)
- Time
- 9:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
- Location
- 700 NARACHO, AOBA-KU, YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA
- Fee
- ¥600 (ADULT), ¥200 (AGES 7-15), ¥100 (UNDER 6) UNDER 3 FREE
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS
© Photo by iStock: JianGang WangCultural Carnival
Festival Brasil
Join local and international artists in celebrating Brazil's culture, cuisine, and music. Expect a large crowd as it is one of the most popular cultural festivals in Yoyogi Park — for a good reason. Come enjoy the livliest of all dances, samba dancing!
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 12 - SUN, OCT. 13, 2019 (CHANGES EXPECTED DUE TO TYPOON)
- Time
- 10 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, 2-3 JINGUMAE, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, FRIENDS, PEOPLE WHO WANT TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Umakamon!
Kyushu Fair in Yoyogi Park
This food festival brings local Japanese dishes from all around Kyushu to Tokyo. You can taste and enjoy a variety of regional Kyushu dishes in Yoyogi Park. The perfect opportunity to enjoy plenty of unique Japanese cuisine with friends and family.
- Date
- FRI, OCT. 11-MON, OCT. 14, 2019 (CANCELLED DUE TO TYPOON)
- Time
- 10 A.M.-6 P.M.
- Location
- YOYOGI PARK, EVENT SQUARE, 2-1 JINNAN, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FOODIES, SWEET TOOTHS, FRIENDS, FAMILIES
Capital Gourmet
Taste Of Tokyo 2019
Mark your calendars for an intercultural food and drink event that is not to be missed. Taste of Tokyo aims to present the best and finest foods, beverages, and culinary products and services the city has to offer. Over the course of three days, the event will include hands-on seminars and cooking classes taught by top chefs, live music and entertainment, and a wide variety of food and drink vendors representing cuisines from around the world.
- Date
- FRI, OCT. 11-SUN, OCT. 13, 2019 (CANCELLED DUE TO TYPOON)
- Time
- 11 A.M.-8 P.M.
- Location
- HIBIYA PARK, TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM, MARUNOUCHI NAKADORI AVE
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES, FOODIES
All That Jazz
Yokohama Jazz Promenade
A major music event tracing its origins back to 1993, Yokohama Jazz Promenade attracts over 120,000 visitors each year to its numerous jazz clubs, bars, and streets where fans of the musical genre will be celebrating along with musicians from around the world. If you've been missing street music in Japan, this is your event!
- Date
- SAT, OCT. 12-SUN, OCT. 13, 2019 (CANCELLED DUE TO TYPOON)
- Time
- 12 P.M.-9 P.M.
- Location
- MUSIC HALLS, JAZZ BARS, AND OPEN AREAS AROUND YOKOHAMA (SEE WEBSITE FOR ALL DETAILS)
- Fee
- ¥5,000 (ONE DAY PASS, ACCESS TO ALL LOCATIONS), CHILDREN AGED 4-12 FREE, UNDER 4 NOT PERMITTED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, JAZZ LOVERS, MUSICIANS, ARTISTS
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