This Weekend: Tokyo Area Events for Oct 22-23

Beautiful weather, great food and amazing opportunities to go out are just a few of the signs that, yes, autumn is finally here in Tokyo! From an art festival in Roppongi to a traditional dance parade in Nihonbashi and a rose viewing event in Kyu-Furukawa Gardens, this weekend is all about enjoying the beautiful weather outside! Have a wonderful weekend!

Cultural Parade

Nihonbashi-Kyobashi Festival & Market

Held for the 44th consecutive year, this is a must-go event for anyone wishing to explore the diverse Japanese culture in one day! Dancers from all around Japan gather in the streets of Nihonbashi to perform regional dances, from Tokushima's Awa Odori to Okinawa's taiko dance in a parade of 2,000 participants. The event also features a market selling local goods from all over Japan from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. along the Nishikawagishijizou-Dori near Tokyo station.

Date

Sun, Oct. 23, 2016

Time

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location

Chuo-Dori 3 Chome to Muromachi 3 Chome. Closest stations: Kyobashi, Nihonbashi, Tokyo

Fee

Free admission

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Every Title Has Its History

Forty Years of Kadokawa Pictures

Challenging the social norms of Japanese filmmaking, 40 years ago Kadokawa Pictures opened the pathway to modern film directors. This exhibition traces the history of Kadokawa's films and their impact on the Japanese society through posters and press materials, including actual scripts of the iconic film series Sailor Suit and Machine Gun.

Date

Now through Sun, Oct. 30, 2016

Time

11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location

The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, 3-7-6 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Fee

¥210 (GENERAL), ¥70 (UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND SENIOR CITIZENS), FREE FOR BELOW 18 YEARS OLD AND DISABLED PERSONS

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Warm It Up

Autumn Oedo Beer Festival

With Tokyo's nights turning colder, here's a great chance to warm yourself up! The Oedo Beer Festival is the biggest craft beer event in Japan. Hawaiian or Belgian—they have it all. A great event for a casual meet up with friends and colleagues!

Date

Now through Sun, Oct. 23, 2016

Time

11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (UNTIL 8 P.M. ON SUN)

Location

2-2 Nishikicho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku. Closest stations: Shin-ochanomizu, Awajicho, Kanda (exit 4)

Fee

Free admission

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Bed of Roses

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Autumn Rose Festival

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 Japanese garden reflects the authenticity of the Wa spirit. All of this at the sight and scent of gorgeous roses!

Date

Now through Sun, Oct. 23, 2016

Time

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens, 1 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo

Fee

¥150 (GENERAL), ¥70 (OVER 65)

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Carnivore Affair

Niku Party 2016 Saitama Halloween Special!

Steak? Cutlet? Sukiyaki? Kebab? Roasted beef? Yes please! Over 100,000 people visited the summer meat fest in Kansai and the day has come for meat lovers all over Kanto region to join in for some meat binge eating times. Come savour slices of meat whilst sipping on good wine and craft beer, and enjoy the live music performances by various musicians.

Date

Now through Sun, Oct. 23, 2016

Time

10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Fri from 12 p.m.)

Location

Saitama Super Arena, 8 Shintoshin, Chuo-ku, Saitama, Saitama Prefecture

Fee

Free admission (¥600 for a food coupon)

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Artsy Night Out

Roppongi Art Night 2016

Long known for its nighttime entertainment, Roppongi is gradually evolving to become the hub of Tokyo's art scene and this event is really all about that. This three-day event taking place in various places around Roppongi, features a wide array of performances, artworks display, design, music, videos and more. One thing for sure, we can't wait for the humans-turned-raw fish "Sushi Performance" by the young and promissing artist Mizuki Hiramoto. Open until late at night, drop by for a calming, yet energizing time!

Date

Fri, Oct. 21-Sun, Oct. 23, 2016

Time

5:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. (Fri), 11 a.m. to 6 a.m. (Sat-Sun)

Location

Roppongi Hills, Mori Art Museum, Tokyo Midtown, Suntory Museum of Art, 21_21 Design Sight, The National Art Center, Roppongi Shopping District, and other cooperating facilities and public spaces in Roppongi district

Fee

Free admission

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