Events in Tokyo

Philippine Expo

Meander through a mini-Manila during the Philippine Expo. This three day festival in Ueno Park is lively, with music, dancing and food galore.

Kawaii Flea Market

A small flea market, you can find all manner of cute things from clothing to crockery. On bigger days, expect local craftspeople, music, and even live performances.

Torigoe Matsuri

This nighttime festival features one of the largest portable shrines in Tokyo and a vibrant, bordering on chaotic, atmosphere.

Shimokitazawa Flea Market

Find your next dream flea market treasure at this trendy market in Shimokitazawa.

Hanazono Shrine Antique Market

Blue skies are the perfect time to visit this small antique fair. Enjoy some casual browsing without the pressure and noise of the larger markets.

Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival

The roads will be closed and the whole town of Tsukiji will take to the streets to celebrate the annual Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival at Namiyoke Shrine.

International Tokyo Toy Show

Get your dolls, Sonic plushies, and more at Japan's biggest toy trade show.

Weekend Comedy at TCB

Everyone can use a laugh now and then, and Tokyo Comedy Bar offers some of the best chuckles in Tokyo.

Ajinomoto Stadium BIG Flea Market

Spend a day hunting through the maze of stalls and sales in this enormous flea market and snag yourself some bargains!

Hanazono Shrine Antique Market

Blue skies are the perfect time to visit this small antique fair. Enjoy some casual browsing without the pressure and noise of the larger markets.

The Oedo Antique Market

The Oedo Antique Market is the largest outdoor antique market in Japan.

Ohi Racecourse Flea Market

One of the biggest flea markets in Tokyo, there's almost nothing you won't be able to find amongst the rows of stalls and tarps. Feel free to haggle while you hunt, it's all part of the appeal …

Shimokitazawa Flea Market

Find your next dream flea market treasure at this trendy market in Shimokitazawa.

Keisei Rose Garden

Ever wanted to step into the magical world of Alice in Wonderland? See the beautiful sight of 10,000 roses as well as enjoy other fun attractions.

Katsushika Iris Festival

Surround yourself with the beauty of thousands of irises.

Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival

Get your fill of hydrangeas (ajisai in Japanese) at the annual Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival. Also check out the concert, procession, and free toothbrushes.

Sri Lanka Festival 2024

Head to the Sri Lanka Festival for Sri Lankan food, drink, and cultural workshops.

Sanno Festival

Held every even-numbered year, Sanno Festival is one of Tokyo's three great festivals.

Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival

Head to Odawara Castle for a pastel flower paradise of hydrangeas and irises.

Weekend Comedy at TCB

Everyone can use a laugh now and then, and Tokyo Comedy Bar offers some of the best chuckles in Tokyo.

Candle Night for 1 Million People

As Tokyo Tower turns off its lights, more than 1000 candles will be lit for this poignant annual event.

Yokohama Sparkling Twilight

Wander the seafront at Yokohama in the morning for the parades of ships and shrines, before settling into the teeming Yamashita Park for the evening fireworks display

Ohi Racecourse Flea Market

One of the biggest flea markets in Tokyo, there's almost nothing you won't be able to find amongst the rows of stalls and tarps. Feel free to haggle while you hunt, it's all part of the appeal …

Mottainai Flea Market

This is the flea market to shop-til-you-drop — find second hand clothes, DVDs, books, anything you can think of.