25 Best Anime-Related Events in Japan (October 2024)

Anime is an integral part of Japanese culture, with many unique and world-famous animations originating from Japan. Spanning various genres and styles, anime appeals to a wide range of audiences through movies, TV series, merchandise, exhibitions, and events. As an art form and entertainment medium, anime influences many fans in fields such as music, fashion, sports, and culture.

Japan hosts a plethora of events and festivals that celebrate its rich cultural heritage. In modern times, many of these events seamlessly blend traditional elements with anime-related themes. If you are an anime fan seeking an exciting event to attend, look no further. In this article, I will share the best anime-related events in Japan, offering you a glimpse into the vibrant world of anime celebrations.

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1. Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe in Japan 2024 (Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka)

The Jujutsu Kaisen Cafe will hold an event in four venues in three cities in Japan Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Special themed menus inspired by the characters and exclusive merchandise will also be available.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Location and Dates:

Tokyo

• BOX cafe&space Q plaza Harajuku (MAP)
  August 29 to October 27, 2024
• BOX cafe&space Harajuku ALTA (MAP)
  August 29 to October 27, 2024

Osaka

• BOX cafe&space Tennoji MIO (MAP)
  August 29 to October 27, 2024

Nagoya

• BOX cafe&space Global Gate Nagoya (MAP)
  August 29 to October 27, 2024

Website: https://0.jujutsukaisen-cafe.jp/

For more information about this event, check out the following article!

▶︎Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe in Japan 2024

2. Gintama x Yomiuri Land ~ The 20th anniversary!

Special collaboration of the Gintama x Yomiuriland in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the popular anime and manga series Gintama. Featuring themed attractions, foods, and exclusive merchandise inspired by the characters and series.

Genre: Collaboration
Location: Yomiuri Land
Dates: August 30 to October 14, 2024
Website: https://realize-event.net/gintama_yomiuriland/

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Access	12 minutes by (BUS) from Yomiuriland-mae Station.

3. Jujutsu Corridor (Jujutsu Kaisen x Tokyo Skytree)

The Jujutsu Corridor is a collaboration between the famous Japanese anime series the Jujutsu Kaisen and Tokyo Skytree. Featuring an exclusive visual display of the characters on various tower floors. Visitors and fans can enjoy the food menus inspired by the characters and limited-edition merchandise is also available for purchase. Special illumination of the popular characters from the series is light up in the observatory deck of the Skytree is one of the main highlight activities of the event.

Genre: Collaboration Event
Location: Tokyo Skytree
Dates: September 25 to December 22, 2024
Website: https://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/event/special/jujutsukairou/

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Access	7 minutes walk from Oshiage Station.

4. Evangelion Crossing EXPO (Tokyo)

The Evangelion Crossing EXPO is an immersive exhibition of the famous Japanese anime series “Neon Genesis Evangelion” featuring a variety of exclusive merchandise, artwork, and original designs based on the series. Limited-edition items are also available for purchase. A collaboration cafe offering a special menu inspired by famous lines from the Evangelion series will also open at the exhibition site. Visitors and fans will enjoy the displays and other collectible items of the characters.

Genre: Exhibition/Collaboration Cafe
Locations: Roppongi Museum
Dates: September 13 to October 22, 2024
Website: https://eva-x-expo.exhibit.jp/

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Access	9 minutes walk from Roppongi Station.

5.  Attack on Titan The Final Season x GiGO collaboration cafe Ikebukuro

The Attack on Titan Final Season x GIGO Collaboration cafe in Ikebukuro is a themed event cafe featuring popular anime series-themed menus such as food. drinks and desserts inspired by the characters and themes of Attack on Titan. Limited-edition items are also available and other exclusive merchandise.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Location: GiGO collaboration cafe Ikebukuro
Dates: August 31 to October 27, 2024
Website: https://tempo.gendagigo.jp/

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Access	5 minutes walk from Ikebukuro Station

6. Chibi Maruko-chan and Sunday Brunch Shimokitazawa Collaboration

Chibi Maruko-chan and Sunday Brunch Shimokitazawa Collaboration is a unique dining experience featuring themed menus inspired by the characters with the cozy atmosphere of the popular cafe in Tokyo the Sunday Brunch Shimokitazawa. The fans can enjoy delicious foods and exclusive merchandise of Maruko and friends.

Genre: Collaboration
Location: Sunday Brunch Shimokitazawa
Dates: September 18 to October 31, 2024
Website: https://www.chibimaru.tv/

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Access	3 minutes walk from Shimo-Kitazawa Station.

7. Demon Slayer Theme Restaurant at USJ (Osaka)

A themed restaurant offers a special menu inspired by the famous Japanese anime Demon Slayer for a limited time only available at USJ. The fans will enjoy the exciting rides as well as the foods and drinks that bring them to the world of Demon Slayer world.

Genre: Themed-Restaurant
Location: SAIDO at Universal Studios Japan
Dates: July 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025
Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/en/us/events/no-limit-summer-2024

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For more information about this event, check out the following article!

▶︎Demon Slayer Theme Restaurant at Universal Studios Japan

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Access	13 minutes walk from Universal-City Station.

8. Twisted-Wonderland Cafe (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya)

Inspired by Disney’s Twisted Wonderland game a themed cafe event The Twisted Wonderland Cafe will be held in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Features theme menu, decorations, and exclusive merchandise inspired by the characters. Giving a unique experience and submerging visitors in the magical world of Twisted Wonderland.

Genre: Cafe
Location and Dates:
Tokyo

• OH MY CAFE Shinjuku Mylord 7th floor (MAP)
  September 6 to November 4, 2024

Osaka

• Collabo_Index SHINSAIBASHI (MAP)
  September 12 to October 20, 2024

Nagoya

• kawaraCAFE&KITCHEN Nagoya PARCO store 5th floor (MAP)
  October 3 to November 24, 2024

Website: https://twst2024.ohmycafe.jp/

9. Eevee and Friends Afternoon Tea (Tokyo)

Eevee and Friends afternoon tea is a special afternoon tea collaboration with the well-known Japanese anime character Pokemon and the Strings Omotesando. Featuring themed menus and lovely decorations inspired by the characters. The visitors can enjoy the place and the unique experience of afternoon tea bringing you to the Pokemon world.

Genre: Afternoon Tea Collaboration
Location: Cafe and Dining Zelkova
Dates: September 17 to November 30, 2024
Website: https://www.strings-group.jp/omotesando/en/zelkova/

For more information about this event, check out the following article!

▶︎Eevee and Friends Afternoon Tea in Tokyo 2024

10. Kaiju No.8 Special Exhibition

The first and special exhibition of the Japanese anime series Kaiju No.8 was held in Tokyo Dome City Gallery Aamo. Featuring approximately 120 framed illustrations of famous scenes, art, and exclusive merchandise.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: Tokyo Dome City Gallery Aamo
Dates:  September 13 to November 10, 2024
Website: https://kaiju-no8-ex.jp/

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Access	4 minutes walk from Suidobashi Station.

11. Learn at Touken Ranbu: Japanese Swords and the Future Exhibition (Tokyo)

A special exhibition about the history of Japanese swords where you can learn and have fun at the same time with some activities with the famous Japanese anime television series Touken Ranbu.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Dates: July 10 to October 14, 2024
Website: https://www.toukenranbu-miraiten.jp/

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Access	6 minutes walk from Tokyo International Cruise Terminal Station.

12. ONE PIECE ONLY

A special exhibition of the popular Japanese anime ONE PIECE featuring the making process of One Piece in magazines and comic books. Great opportunity to witness this exhibition, especially to the fans, a unique and extraordinary exhibition.

Genre: Special Exhibition
Location: Play Museum
Dates: October 9, 2024 to January 13, 2025
Website: https://one-piece-only.play2020.jp/en/

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Access	12 minutes walk from Tachikawa Station.

13. Tokyo Ghoul Anime 10th Anniversary Exhibition

In celebrating the 10th anniversary of the TV anime Tokyo Ghoul an immersive exhibition will be held in Tokyo and Osaka. Featuring the exhibition, artwork, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. In addition, exclusive anniversary merchandise and limited edition items are available for purchase.

Genre: Exhibition
Location and Dates:

• Tokyo: Warehouse TERRADA G1 Bldg. 2-6-4 Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
  October 21 to December 21, 2024
• Osaka: VS. in Grand Green Osaka
  December 14 to 29, 2024

Website: https://tokyoghoul-anime10th.jp/exposition/

14. Jujutsu Kaisen x IKEPRI25 | Sunshine City Prince Hotel Collaboration

The Jujutsu Kaisen x IKEPRI 25 collaboration at the Sunshine City Prince Hotel in Tokyo is an exciting event featuring themed rooms inspired by the characters from the series. That gives a unique experience for the visitors, especially for the fans staying in a themed hotel and enjoying a themed menu and exclusive merchandise inspired by the characters of the Jujutsu Kaisen.

Genre: Collaboration
Location: Sunshine City Prince Hotel
Dates: June 1 to October 13, 2024
Website: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/sunshine/plan/contents/jujutsukaisen/#lounge

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Access	11 minutes walk from Ikebukuro Station.

15. Final Fantasy XVI (FF16) collaboration cafe (Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto)

A collaboration cafe of the Final Fantasy and Pasela Store in Tokyo, Yokohama, and Kyoto featuring themed menus, and decorations all inspired by the characters. In addition, exclusive Final Fantasy XVI merchandise is also available for purchase.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Location and Date:
September 25 to October 31, 2024

• Tokyo: Pasela Resorts AKIBA Multi Entertainment Store Honeyto Cafe (Akihabara)
• Yokohama: Pasela Resorts Yokohama Kannai
• Kyoto: Anshin Oyado Kyoto Shijo Karasuma store

Website: https://paselabo.pasela.co.jp/collaboration/4917/

16. SPY x FAMILY Tsukuba Geo Museum (Ibaraki)

A special event of Tsukuba Geo Museum in Ibaraki with the collaboration of the Japanese anime and manga series SPY x FAMILY featuring various themed activities and exhibitions with its unique settings related to the SPY x FAMILY world.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: Mount Tsukuba Area Geopark, Ibaraki, Japan
Dates: Ongoing Until February 28, 2025
Website: https://ttca.jp/

17. Mob Psycho 100 III x Stationery Cafe in Omotesando, Tokyo

The Mob Psycho 100 III and Stationery Cafe is a fun and special collaboration where the characters are enjoying eating sukiyaki. Featuring themed menus, in-store decoration, and goods all inspired by the characters. Also, limited edition items are available to purchase.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Location: Stationery Cafe
Dates: October 2 to November 30, 2024
Website: https://www.bun-cafe.com/archives/165575

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Access	5 minutes walk from Omotesando Station.

18. Ryoko Kui Exhibition & Delicious in Dungeon (Kyoto)

A special event held at the Kyoto International Manga Museum offers a captivating experience of the world of Ryoko Kui and Delicious in Dungeon. It features artworks, exhibitions, anime-themed merchandise, and more.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: Kyoto International Manga Museum
Dates: July 13 to October 8, 2024
Website: https://kyotomm.jp/en/ee/ryoko-kui-exhibition-delicious-in-dungeon-exhibition/

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Access	3 minutes walk from Karasuma Oike Station.

19. Black Butler x Animate Cafe (Tokyo, Osaka)

The Black Butler also known as Kuroshitsuji and Animate Cafe Collaboration in Tokyo and Osaka, features various artworks, decorations, and food menus such as afternoon tea sets and desserts all inspired by the characters. Collectible items and limited edition goods are available for purchase.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Location and Date:
October 3 to November 4, 2024

• Tokyo: Animate Cafe Ikebukuro 2nd branch
• Osaka: Animate Cafe Osaka Nihonbashi

Website: https://www.animatecafe.jp/event/ac000555

20. Magical Doremi Cafe 2024 (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya)

The Magical Doremi Cafe 2024 celebrates the beloved anime Ojamajo Doremi with a vibrant menu of themed dishes and sweets. Fans can enjoy unique creations like the Takorice Bowl, Pineapple Burger, and Note Donut Parfait in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, each inspired by the show’s characters.

Genre: Collaboration Cafe
Locations & Dates:

• Tokyo (Box Cafe & Space Lumine Est Shinjuku Store):
  1 August to 6 September 2024
• Aichi (Kawara Cafe and Dining Nagoya Parco Store):
  22 August to 29 September 2024
• Osaka (Kawara Cafe and Dining Shinsaibashi Store):
  29 August to 6 October 2024

Website: https://ojamajodoremi-cafe2024.jp/

For more information about this event, check out the following article!

▶Magical Doremi Cafe in Japan 2024

21. The Birth of Kitaro x Seibuen Amusement Park

The Birth of Kitaro and Seibuen Amusement Park collaboration is a fun and unique event where the park transforms into the world of GeGeGe no Kitaro a Japanese manga and anime series by Shigeru Mizuki. The collaboration showcases themed rides, attractions, and themed food and beverages inspired by the characters. Some exclusive merchandise is also available at the park.

Genre: Amusement Park Collaboration
Location: Seibuen Amusement Park
Dates: October 15 to December 15, 2024
Website: https://www.seibu-leisure.co.jp/amusementpark/gegege_yuuenchi/

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Access	1 minute walk from Seibuen-Yuenchi Station.

22. My Hero Academia THE MOVIE Your Next” x Prince Hotel Shin Yokohama Collaboration

My Hero Academia THE MOVIE Your Next” x Prince Hotel Shin Yokohama Collaboration is an exciting event featuring themed rooms inspired by the characters and scenes. That gives a unique experience for the visitors, especially for the fans staying in a themed hotel and enjoying a themed menu and exclusive merchandise inspired by the characters and scenes of the “My Hero Academia THE MOVIE Your Next”

Genre: Room Concept and Afternoon Tea
Location: Prince Hotel Shin Yokohama
Date: August 23 to October 31, 2024
Website: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/shinyokohama/plan/contents/myheroacademia/

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Access	2 minutes walk from Shin-Yokohama Station.

23. Urusei Yatsura exhibition in Matsuya Ginza, Tokyo

The Urusei Yatsura an iconic Japanese manga and anime series will hold an exhibition event at Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo. A tribute to the legacy of the Urusei Yatsura featuring a variety of exhibits, artworks, displays, and some behind-the-scenes content. In addition, exclusive merchandise and limited edition items are available at the event.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: Tokyo, Matsuya Ginza 8th floor event square
Date: October 2 to 14, 2024
Website: https://uy-allstarsten.com/

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Access	5 minutes walk from Ginza Station.

24. SPY x FAMILY Exhibition (Okayama)

A special exhibition of the popular Japanese anime and manga series SPY x FAMILY was held in various places across Japan. Featuring exclusive merchandise, displays, artworks, and many more. In addition, limited-edition such as accessories, and apparel are also available for purchase. Great opportunity especially for all the fans to be part of this exciting event.

Genre: Exhibition
Location: Aeon Mall Okayama 5th floor Okayama Mirai Hall
Date: October 4 to 31, 2024
Website: https://spyfamily-ex.com/

For more information about this event, Check the following article!

▶︎Spy x Family Exhibition in Japan 2024

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Access	4 minutes walk from Okayama Station.

25. Chainsaw Man Plaza (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya)

Chainsaw Man Plaza is a pop-up store event of the popular Japanese anime and manga series Chainsaw Man is held in Loft venues in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Features a wide range collection of characters, exhibitions, artworks, displays, behind-the-scenes concepts, exclusive merchandise, and limited edition items. In addition, themed foods and drinks are also available at the event. An exciting event especially for all the fans to collect some memorable items.

Genre: Exhibition
Location and Date:

• Tokyo: Ikebukuro Loft
  September 26 to October 27, 2024
• Osaka: Umeda Loft
  September 27 to October 22, 2024
• Nagoya: Sakae Loft
  November 6 to December 10, 2024

Website: https://chainsawman.dog/

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