Bean Throwing and Dance of the 7 Lucky Gods
Ward off bad luck by throwing beans and dancing at this setsubun celebration.
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Setsubun Mamemaki (Bean Throwing) Festival
Visit the Setsubun Mamemaki (soya bean throwing) Festival at Zōjōji Temple for good fortune.
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Mt. Takao Setsubun
Join the throngs of people in throwing beans to cleanse misfortune on the slopes of Mt Takao.
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Shimokitazawa Tengu Festival 2025
★ Staff recommendationWatch out for Tengu on the busy streets of Shimokitazawa! Have your soybeans handy for when you see them, and keep your eyes peeled while enjoying the food stalls and festival.
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Winter Wonder Festival
Figure collectors, this is the event for you! Wonder Festival is known as the world's biggest festival for figures (also known as "garage kits").
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Chinatown Lion Dance
The Chinatown Lion Dances are part of the Spring Festival Celebrations in Yokohama's Chinatown.
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Matsuda Wintersweet Festival
Take a stroll through Matsuda's Yadoriki area, surrounded by crowds of people and Wintersweet shrubs.
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Super Bowl 2025: Where to Watch
Find out where to watch the Super Bowl (online and in-person) while you're in Tokyo.
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Artists Flea Market at Kirameki Art Festival
We love a flea market here at Tokyo Cheapo, and this one is made for creatives and artists.
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Chinese Traditional Performances
These Chinese Traditional Performances are part of the Spring Festival Celebrations in Yokohama's Chinatown.
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Kite Market
The Kite Market at Ōji Inari Shrine celebrates kites, which are considered lucky charms that ward off fires.
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Shinjuku Southern Terrace Illumination
Christmas illuminations only a short walk away from one of Japan's busiest stations. Just the thing to brighten your day without going far.
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Hibiya Magic Time Illumination 2024
Hankering for some winter illuminations? Look no further than Hibiya Magic Time Illumination.
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Japan International Orchid and Flower Show
This is one of the world's largest flower events.
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Marunouchi Illumination 2024
With over 1.2 million lights, Marunouchi's Nakadori Avenue feels like a winter wonderland, complete with ice rink and miniature merry-go-round.
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Tokunoshima Tourism & Products Fair
Experience Tokunoshima-an island in Kagoshima Prefecture- without leaving Tokyo.
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Artists Flea Market at Kirameki Art Festival
We love a flea market here at Tokyo Cheapo, and this one is made for creatives and artists.
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Chinatown Celebration Parade
The Chinatown Celebration Parade is an event celebrating the birth of the Jade Emperor.
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Chinese Spring Festival 2025
★ Staff recommendationCelebrate the Chinese Spring Festival in Tokyo's own Chinatown in Yokohama.
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Lantern Festival 2025
The Lantern Festival in Yokohama is the final day of Lunar New Year celebration.
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Ashigakubo Icicles Illumination
See the illuminated icicles of Ashigakubo in Saitama and find yourself in a winter wonderland.
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