This Week(End): Tokyo Area Events For Sept 8-9

Festivals, Exhibitions, And Fun In The City

By The Savvy Team |
September 7, 2018 |
What's Happening

As Tokyo is gradually getting ready to embrace autumn — despite the still lingering heat and humidity — we witness a transition from late summer night matsuri madness to a more relaxed event scene. This doesn't mean there won't be excitement and plenty of fun things to do this weekend though — perhaps even more! Here's what to look forward to this week(end).

Up To The Top To Save A Life

TELL Tokyo Tower Climb 2018

Following massive success at its inaugural event last year, TELL’s Tokyo Tower Climb is back this Sunday, and yes, you are all encouraged to jump in (i.e. climb) and help support the organization’s cause: prevent suicide and provide mental health support to Japan’s international community. This is a memorable event, which requires you to climb 600 steps toward the top of Tokyo Tower, but it's worth every step of it!

Date: Sun, September 9, 2018
Time: 7:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Registration opens at 7 a.m.. Climbing (regular teams) starts at 8:30 a.m.
Location: TOKYO TOWER, 4-2-8 SHIBAKOEN, MINATO, TOKYO
Fee: Adults: ¥4,000, Children (4-13): ¥2,500, Corporate Cup Team: ¥15,000, School Cup Team: ¥12,000. FREE FOR WATCHING AND CHEERING
Info: Recommended for: Solo challenges, Team building activities

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Feel The Breeze

Afro-American Caribbean Festival

Join the African-American and Caribbean community for a fun festival bringing some exciting cultural highlights. There will be food, drinks, a market to browse through for interior and food goodies, and a lot of visual interpretations of the rich culture of these beautiful world regions.

Date: Sat, Sept.8-Sun, Sept. 9, 2018
Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Location: YOYOGI PARK KEYAKI STREET, 2-1 YOYOGI KAMIZONO-CHO, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Families, Foodies, World Travelers, Friends

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Community Specials

Kichijoji Autumn Festival

Held for the 46th consecutive year, this festival brings residents of the fashionable Kichijoji neighborhood together in celebration of the beginning of autumn. The festival begins with the standard mikoshi parades, all arriving from various neighborhoods of Kichijoji. The mikoshi will eventually gather at Musashino Hachimangu shrine, which on Sunday will serve as a host for all mikoshi and matsuri folks.

Date: Sat, Sept.8-Sun, Sept.9, 2018
Time: 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Location: Kichijoji station, Kichijoji Shopping Alleys, Musashino Hachimangu shrine
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Families, Couples, Social media influencers

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Sing Along

Shibuya Zunchaka Music Jam Festival

Inspired by the simple idea of having the freedom to sing, dance and enjoy music outdoors in Shibuya for a single day in the year, this unique music festival was launched in 2016 and is now one of the largest Shibuya attractions. Everyone is invited to join the many street singers, marching bands and other cool kids in Shibuya regardless of whether you're a gifted singer or not so much. This one's a fun event to let a little loose and just sing, sing, sing along!

Date: Sun, Sept. 9, 2018
Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location: Hachiko Plaza, Center Gai Street, Shibuya City Office, Cat Street, Jingumae intersection and more
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Kids, Families, Musicians, Friends, Couples, Instagrammers

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The Scripts That Changed It All

The Books That Changed The World: Exhibition

We all have that one tome that forever changed our paths at some point in our lives. But this rare in our digitally-saturated era exhibition, points its quills to those several books that changed the status quo for millions of humans on the planet — for better or worse. Stop by to see what these books are and how they changed our existence.

Date: Sat, Sept.8-Mon, Sept.24, 2018
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: The Ueno Royal Museum, 1-2 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Bookworms, Solo dates

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Guilt-Free Seductions

Natural Sugar Afternoon Tea

Andaz Tokyo’s The Tavern-Grill & Lounge chefs have created a wonderful range of savory and sweet finger foods that are free of any refined sugar. Enjoy this guilt-free indulgence that has a more health friendly approach to afternoon tea.

Date: Now through Sun, September 30, 2018
Time: 2 p.m.–5 p.m. (1 p.m.-3 p.m.; 3:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. on weekends and public holidays)
Location: Andaz Tokyo The Tavern-Grill & Lounge, 1-23-4 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Weekday ¥4,200 / Weekends and holidays ¥4,500
Info: Recommended for: People on diet who still want to eat sweets

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Cultural Festivities

China Festival 2018

If you're a fan of Chinese culture, history, food — and pandas — allow yourself enough time this weekend and stop by at Yoyogi Park, where Japan's neighbor will be highjacking the park for two days to showcase its best sights and vibes.

Date: Sat, Sept. 8-Sun, Sept. 9, 2018
Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Location: Yoyogi Park Event Space, 2-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free entrance!
Info: Recommended for: Foodies, Friends, Families, World Travelers

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Cinema Beyond Borders

Kurosawa Travels Around The World: Exhibition

Akira Kurosawa, the legendary Japanese cinema master, often said that "film is a kind of international plaza," where people from every country can come together. Inspired by his words, this exhibition brings together 84 posters of his films from 30 countries in an attempt to understand how his work was seen and appreciated beyond borders, language and culture.

Date: Now through Sun, Sept. 23, 2018
Time: 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location: National Film Archive of Japan Exhibition Gallery (7th floor), 3 Chome-7-6 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥250 (General)
Info: Recommended for: Japanese cinema fans, Solo Dates

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Old Is Gold

Tokyo International Forum Flea Market

Inspired by traditional flea markets in Europe, this monthly treasure hunting event brings together serious antique collectors and handmade artists displaying rare objects for bargain prices. Stop by to find your own new gem for your home and wardrobe!

Date: Sun, Sept. 9, 2018
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Tokyo International Forum Event Space, 3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Treasure Hunters

Goals And Visions

Sustainable Goals Student Ideas: Photo Exhibition

A picture is worth a thousand words. And when it's captured by the youth that may lead us toward a better future, it's worth even more. An exhibition focusing on the winning works of university students from around the world who have captured their own version and vision of one or more of the UN's 17 sustainable goals in a single picture, this one is a must-see for anyone who's even slightly interested in our present as is in our future.

Date: Now through Wed, Oct. 31, 2018
Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Location: ITOCHU AOYAMA ART SQUARE, Itochu Garden B1F, 2-3-1 Kita-aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free!
Info: Recommended for: Everyone

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What are your plans for the weekend? If you’re organizing a fun or interesting event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!

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