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This Weekend: Tokyo Area Events For April 22-23

Exhibitions, Park Events, And Fun In The City

By The Savvy Team |
April 21, 2017 |
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The city is full of life and energy as the weather continues to warm up. From getting a nice stretch at Tokyo Midtown's outdoor yoga event and joining a walk for a cause in Hibiya Park, to immersing in the traditional Edo period and tea ceremony via two exceptional exhibitions, this weekend is full of exciting events to keep you happily busy.

All You Can Eat Vegan

Tokyo Vegan Gourmet Festival

The largest vegan festival in Tokyo, here you can find not only all-you-can-eat vegan food from across Japan, but also booths selling natural, organic and gluten-free products, in addition to a number of great events, including open-air yoga and more.

Date: Sun, April 23, 2017
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Kiba Park Main Stage Area, 4-chome, Koto-ku, Tokyo. Five-min walk from Kiba station on the Tozai line.
Fee: Free!

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Unlock The Secret Past

Super Ukiyoe: The Edo Code

Watch the Edo period come alive at the digital Ukiyoe exhibition. Featuring 20,000 traditional Japanese art masterpieces in 3D animations, this special exhibition will make you feel as if you're really living in the iconic era. Wander through the old streets of Tokyo and experience the Edo fashion and kabuki theater. You might even meet some Yokai (Japanese ghosts) creep up here and there along the way.

Date: Now through Sun, May 21, 2017
Time: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.(weekdays), 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (Fri, Sat, before national holiday), 10 a.m.-7 p.m.(sun, national holiday)
Location: Nihonbashi Kayabacho Special Event Space, 1 Chome-8-1 Nihonbashikayabacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥1,600 (Adults), ¥1,000 (Age 3-13)

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Into The Nature

Open The Park

Soak up the sun at Tokyo Midtown's annual spring "Open The Park" event. Enjoy the nice weather by relaxing the yoga style, admiring the koi-nobori collection, reading at the outdoor library, and having a sip of coffee at the café. In celebration of the 10th anniversary, an art installation of Mount Fuji will be also welcoming you at the grass square.

Date: Fri, April 21- Sun, May 28, 2017
Time: Various
Location: Tokyo Midtown Grass Square, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free

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Beyond Fashion

Documentary: The First Monday in May

Follow Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine, on a year-long preparation for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Chinese-inspired fashion exhibition and the iconic Met Gala that draws style icons from around the globe. Starts April 15 at Le Cinema in Shibuya.

Date: From Sat, April 15, 2017
Time: Various
Location: Le Cinema Shibuya, 2-24-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥1,800 (General)

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Blossom Power

Flower Dream

A must-go for all flower lovers, this annual festival features live gardening performances, stunning Ikebana (Japanese floral arrangement) pieces, and flower booths. Better yet, part of the proceeds will be donated to help reconstruct the Tohoku region after the March 2011 quake and tsunami.

Date: Sun, April 23, 2017
Time: 1 p.m.-7 p.m. (Sat) 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sun)
Location: Tokyo Big Sight, 3 Chome-11 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥1,500

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Our Planet, Our Duty

Earth Day Tokyo

Take your first step in saving the planet at Yoyogi Park this weekend. This two-day Earth Day event brings charities, NGOs and eco-friendly businesses together to bring awareness to environmental issues. Of course, you can also just go for the great live music and healthy organic food fair. Either way, it's worth it.

Date: Sat, April 22- Sun, April 23, 2017
Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (April 22), 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. (April 23)
Location: Yoyogi Park, 2-1 Yoyogi Kamizonocho, Shibuya-ku,Tokyo
Fee: Free

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Together As One

Gold Ribbon Walking

March with fellow families against illnesses that affect children every year. In addition to the walking course, petting zoos, food booths, and live performances are on the agenda. Participants can register on the day.

Date: Sat, April 22, 2017
Time: 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Location: Hibiya Park Fountain, 100-0012, 1-2 Hibiyakoen, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Fee: ¥1,500 (Adults), ¥800 (Elementary and middle school)

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A Floral Getaway

Bunkyo Azalea Festival (Tsutsuji Matsuri)

Sakura isn't the only flower blooming in spring and that is why we invite you to witness the beauty of tsutsuji (azalea) at Nezu Shrine's annual Azalea Festival. Here you can also check out the plant fairs, tea houses, and various food vendors.

Date: Now through Fri, May 5, 2017
Time: 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Location: Nezu Shrine, 1-28-9 Nezu, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥200

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Flowers and Coffee

Ebisu Urban Garden Festival

Green thumb or not, this urban outdoor festival is a feast for the eyes and soul. Enjoy your ice coffee under the blooming flowers at the outdoor cafe or join a sustainable workshop that transforms waste into urban gardens full of life. A chance to become one with nature.

Date: Sat, April 22- Sun, May 7, 2017
Time: Various
Location: Ebisu Garden Place, 4-20 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Fee: Free

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Clash of Culture

The Elegant Other: Cross-cultural Encounters in Fashion and Art

East meets West through the eyes of fashion and accessories. More than 200 pieces ranging from dresses, paintings, and photographs will detail the cultural exchange that started from the late 19th century and continued to the present day.

Date: Now through Sun, June 25, 2017
Time: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Location: Yokohama Museum of Art, 3-4-1, Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Fee: ¥1,500 (General)

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The Mystery Of Japanese Tea

The Chanoyu — The Arts of Tea Ceremony, The Essence of Japan

Digging into the history of tea and tea ceremony, this unique exhibition displays the gradual evolution of tea ceremony from the Muromachi Era to the present day. It also explores how the value of the tea tradition changed from being the symbol of status to the iconic cultural practice of the country.

Date: Tue, April 11- Sun, June 4, 2017 (Closed on Mondays)
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Location: Heiseikan, Tokyo National Museum, 13-9 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ¥1600 (Adults), ¥1200 (University students), ¥900 (High school), Free (Junior high and under)

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