This Weekend: Tokyo Area Events For Dec 10-11
Art Events, Christmas Markets, And Fun In The City
Gradually getting ready for the holiday season? Looking for some nice gifts or shopping inspiration? We see you nodding. Plenty of that happening this weekend in and around Tokyo, so take the chance and explore — in every sense of the word. Enjoy!
Contemporary Dance
Hommage à Dore Hoyer 2016
The leading figure in contemporary German dance Susanne Linke returns to Japan for the first time in 16 years to explore the groundbreaking work of a major influence on her career: Dore Hoyer. Be the witness of the ever so powerful moves by young expressionist dancers.
- Date
- Fri, Dec. 9-Sun, Dec. 11, 2016
- Time
- 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Fri), 1 p.m. to 3 p.m./7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Sat), 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (Sun)
- Location
- Owlspot Theater, 4-5-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo
- Fee
- ¥4,000 (advanced booking), ¥4,500 (on the day)
Art Appreciation
Dali Exhibition
One of the most renowned modern artists of the 20th century, Salvador Dali is known for his surreal art with a touch of pop. The exhibition, ending this week, brings 250 Dali collection pieces and related archives from around the world. Consider yourself invited to the fantastic and extraordinary world of Dali's eccentric art.
- Date
- Now through Mon, Dec. 12, 2016
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Fridays, and Saturday until 8 p.m.)
- Location
- The National Art Center, Tokyo Special Exhibition Gallery 1E, 7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo
- Fee
- ¥1,600 (adults), ¥1,200 (college students), ¥800 (high school students)
Antique Shopping Spree
Akasaka Nominoichi in Ark Hills
Looking for a sophisticated place to shop for your Christmas gifts? Let us suggest Akasaka Nominoichi, an antique fair where you can grab furniture, clothes, jewelry, and so much more. If you get too hungry from all the shopping, you can also stop by for a coffee and homemade cookie break at the numerous food trucks parked in the area.
- Date
- Sun, Dec. 11, 2016
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location
- Ark Hills, 1-12-32, Akasaka, Minato, Tokyo
- Fee
- Free admission
Farming Fun
7th Farmer&Kids Festa 2016
This weekend, come savor and buy fresh vegetables delivered straight from farms across Japan. There will be loads of activities for your kids to enjoy, such as riding on tractors, petting sheeps, making dried persimmons — and meeting Anpanman. A perfect family event!
- Date
- Sat, Dec. 10-Sun, Dec. 11, 2016
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location
- Hibiya Park, 1-6 HIBIYAKOEN, CHIYODA-KU
- Fee
- Free admission
Art & About
Xmas Art Festa 2016
"Ginza galleries," a voluntary organization consisting of 37 galleries in the Ginza area, is launching a special festive event for art appreciators. "Xmas Art Festa" will have each participating gallery host the visitors with special exhibitions which showcase various artworks, from museum-class masterpieces such as Georges Rouault, Fujita, Kitaoji Rosanjin to approachable small works, from traditional pictures or potteries to contemporary arts. Among the participating galleries are Gallery Harota Fine Art, Taimei Gallery, Monji Fine Art Gallery and Gallery Nii Tokyo.
- Date
- Fri, Dec. 9-Sat, Dec. 17, 2016
- Time
- Depends on each gallery's business hours
- Location
- Ginza 5-chome, 6-chome, 7-chome and 8-chome. See each gallery's website for access information.
- Fee
- Free admission
Expedition Around Tokyo
The Underground Mysteries 2016
If you're looking for an adventurous time with your girlfriends, boyfriend, family or even colleagues, this game is a must-try. The Underground Mysteries is a joint project by Tokyo Metro and puzzle event creator Scrap that will have you scratch your head as you explore some of Tokyo's best locations. Your goal? Solve the final question on the puzzle guidebook included in the game kit to officially call yourself Japan's Sherlock Holmes.
- Date
- Now through Tue, Jan. 31, 2017
- Time
- Game kits sold from 7:40 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Location
- Around Tokyo Metro Stations
- Fee
- ¥2,160 per game kit
A True Festive Experience
Yokohama Akarenga Christmas Market
Held for the seventh time this year, the Akarenga Christmas market is one of the biggest of its kind around Tokyo, gathering tens of thousands of visitors annually. A great place to visit for shopping, eating and sightseeing, as well as experience a true Christmas feeling with a giant Christmas tree, hot wine, seasonal ornaments and even snow. Santa Claus will also be making an appearance on every Wednesday and Saturday while the market is on.
- Date
- Now through Sun, Dec. 25, 2017
- Time
- All day
- Location
- Around Yokohama Redbrick Warehouse, 1-1 Shin Minato, Naka-ku, Yokohama
- Fee
- Free admission
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