Event List in Tokyo This Week / Weekend (September 2 to 8, 2024)
The best events, activities, and exhibitions held this week / weekend in Tokyo
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In Japan, people tend to say autumn is the perfect season to connect with culture, such as literature, art, food, etc. Because of this, it is also a season when you’ll see many cultural events across Japan, especially in Tokyo.
Tokyo, being such a large city, has many events happening simultaneously. Because of this, it might be difficult to keep track of events that you’d be interested in. These range from art exhibitions, theatrical performances, and musical concerts to cultural festivals and seasonal food-related events. Some of these events are just a couple of days long.
That’s where this article will hopefully come in handy. I have created a list of events for this week in Tokyo. If you live in Tokyo and have some free time, or if you happen to be visiting Tokyo during this week, then I hope at least one of these events will interest you to check it out.
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Autumn culture in Japan
Before going to the list, I’d like to explain the phrase Bunka no Aki (文化の秋), which means “autumn for culture.” As I mentioned in the introduction of this article, autumn is a season when Japanese people traditionally spend time getting in touch with culture.
In Japan, there are these phrases related to autumn: Supo-tsu no aki (スポーツの秋), Dokusho no aki (読書の秋), Shokuyoku no aki (食欲の秋), Shukaku no aki (収穫の秋), and Geijutsu no aki (芸術の秋). These mean “Autumn for sports”, “Autumn for reading”, “Autumn for hunger”, “Autumn for harvest”, and “Autumn for art” respectively. All of these words have a different origin story, but in the end, all these are phrases you’ll hear people say once the temperature outside starts to chill down.
“Autumn for Sports” comes from the fact that the Tokyo Olympics of 1964 were held in October. “Autumn for reading” became popular after Japanese writer Natsume Soseki (夏目漱石) referenced an old poem stating that autumn is the best season for reading because of the temperature. “Autumn of hunger” is said because there are so many delicious seasonal foods such as chestnuts, sweet potatoes, persimmon, and Pacific saury, among others.
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Now that you know a little bit about autumn-related Japanese culture, here is the event list in Tokyo this week (September 2 to 8, 2024).
1. Naked Fireworks (Hanabi) Aquarium 2024
It is an annual summer event at Aqua Park Aquarium Shinagawa. It features special effects by NAKED, including colorful and spectacular projections and lighting effects that create beautiful fireworks effects.
Event Period: July 13 to September 8, 2024
Location: Aqua Park Shinagawa
Official Website: https://www.aqua-park.jp/special/hanabiaquarium2024/en_index.html
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5 minutes walk from Shinagawa Station. |
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2. Minion Theme Cafe in Japan
A collaboration cafe event featuring the well-known character The Minions offering a themed menu and limited edition items related to their latest movie the Illumination Despicable ME4.
Event Period: August 3 to September 24, 2024
Location: TOKYO PARADE goods&cafe Shibuya PARCO 6F
Official Website: https://cafe.parco.jp/parade/detail/?id=9012
For more information about this event, check out the following article!
▶︎Minion Theme Cafe in Japan 2024
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3. Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe in Japan 2024
The popular iconic manga and anime series “Detective Conan” celebrates its 30th anniversary in a special pop-up cafe held in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Hokkaido, Hakata, and Miyagi. Featuring exclusive themed food and drinks inspired by the character and limited edition merchandise.
Event Period: July 26 to September 23, 2024
Location: BOX cafe&space Shinjuku Mylord
Official Website: https://30th.conan-cafe.jp/
Check out more about this in the following article!
▶︎Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe in Japan 2024
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1 minute walk from Shinjuku Station. |
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4. Mango EDITION Afternoon Tea
An afternoon tea featuring mango’s sweets menu will be held in Tokyo Tower in The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon. A perfect treat for family and friends having a good day exploring Tokyo Tower.
Event Period: June 26 to September 17, 2024
Location: The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon
Official Website: https://lobbybar.toranomonedition.com/en/
For more information about this event, check out the following article!
▶︎Lobby Bar: Mango EDITION Afternoon Tea at The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon
5. KEIO PLAZA HOTEL TOKYO x ONE PIECE: Sweets Buffet
A special collaboration with the popular anime and manga series “One Piece” and the Keio Plaza Hotel in Tokyo. Featuring a girl’s party sweet buffet, with themed decorations and themed sweets buffet inspired by the character or scenes from the series. Where the guest can enjoy a unique dining experience surrounded by the themed decor of the One Piece.
Event Period: June 1 to September 30, 2024
Location: 2nd floor/All day dining <Jurin>
Official Website: https://www.keioplaza.co.jp/event/onepiece-fair/sweets.html
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▶︎KEIO PLAZA HOTEL TOKYO x ONE PIECE: Girl’s Party Sweets Buffet
6. Summer Tokyo Disney Resort 2024
Is an annual summer event at the famous Tokyo Disney Resort, offering a variety of summer-related programs, shows, entertainment, and merchandise. They also offer refreshing summer foods and beverages to make the resort even more enjoyable.
Event Period: July 2 to September 18, 2024
Location: Tokyo Disney Resort
Official Website: https://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/treasure/summer2024/
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6 minutes walk from Maihama Station. |
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For more travel tips about Tokyo Disney Resort, Check out the following articles.
▶︎Tokyo Disneyland Guide: Best Things to Do
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7. Pokemon and Blue Sky Sky Tree
A lively event that gives a unique experience for all ages is held at Tokyo Skytree featuring the enchanting world of Pokemon where the place is full of Pokemon-themed decorations such as famous characters like Pikachu and Eevee. Various activities to enjoy like exhibits, special merchandise of Pokemon Characters, Themed-foods (Cafe), and Photo booth.
Event Period: June 25 to September 24, 2024
Location: Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck, Tembo Galleria
Official Website: https://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/event/special/pokemon/
For more information about this event, check out the following article!
▶︎Tokyo Skytree x Pokemon Collaboration Event in 2024 Summer
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7 minutes walk from Oshiage Station (SKYTREE) |
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8. Yomiuri Land’s Pool WAI (Water Amusement Island)
An annual event every summer at the Yomiuriland Pool, the water amusement island one of the greatest water parks in Tokyo to beat the heat and enjoy summer. Offering a variety of pools for kids and adults with cool amenities and thrilling water rides.
Event Period: June 29 to September 16, 2024
Location: Yomiuriland
Official Website: https://www.yomiuriland.com/en/pool-wai/
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26 minutes from Yumiuriland-mae Station then take a (BUS) Shinmeisha-mae (bus) to Yomiuriland. |
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9. SpongeBob Cafe in Tokyo 2024
SpongeBob Cafe in Tokyo is held to celebrate its 25th anniversary, featuring various goods and themed foods on their menus available for a limited time only.
Event Period: June 13 to November 4, 2024
Location: RAYARD MIYASHITA PARK South 2F
Official Website: https://benelic.com/cafe_secret_recipe/
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7 minutes walk from Shibuya Station. |
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For more information about this event, check the following article!
10. Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe in Japan 2024
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.
Event Period/ Location:
- BOX cafe&space Q plaza Harajuku
August 29 to October 27, 2024 - BOX cafe&space Harajuku ALTA
August 29 to October 27, 2024
Official Website: https://0.jujutsukaisen-cafe.jp/
For more information about this event, Check out the following article!
▶︎Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe in Japan 2024
11. Hotel New Otani Tokyo
A special summer pool and annual event are held in Hotel New Otani (Tokyo, Osaka, Makuhari). The garden pool and night pool give a relaxing summer experience. It’s one of the good places to enjoy summer with family and friends; it’s not crowded and has a good ambiance.
Event Period: July 12 to September 8, 2024
Location: The New Otani Pools (Tokyo)
Official Website: https://www.newotani.co.jp/en/group/pools/tokyo/
For more information about this event, check out the following article!
▶Best Night Pools in Tokyo 2024 Summer
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10 minutes walk from Kojimachi Station. |
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Weekend Events
1. China Festival 2024
China Festival is a cultural event featuring various famous foods from China, shops, and lively performances with dance and music.
Event Period: September 7 and 8, 2024
Location: Yoyogi Park
Official Website: https://chinafes.net/
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6 minutes walk from Harajuku Station. |
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2. Geisai 2024
Geisai is an annual event held at the Tokyo University of the Arts on the Ueno Campus featuring exhibitions, artworks, and lively performances.
Event Period: Sepetember 6 to 8, 2024
Location: Tokyo University of the Arts, Ueno Campus
Official Website: https://geisai.geidai.ac.jp/2024/
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15 minutes walk from Ueno Station. |
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I hope you enjoyed this article about events in Tokyo this week. As I previously mentioned, it can be difficult to keep track of every festival, exhibition, and other event happening in Tokyo, so hopefully, this article serves as a reference for you to find things to do in Tokyo.
For more information about things to do in Tokyo in 2024, check out the following articles!
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▶10 Best Events in Japan in September 2024
▶Best Anime-Related Events in Japan (September 2024)
▶Best Character Cafes in Japan 2024
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Greetings to all mommies I am a supermom from Philippines. Previously, I worked and lived in Dubai for seven years, until 2015 the year I moved in Japan. Currently, I am happily settled here with my Japanese husband and our 7 months old baby. I could only describe my almost 6 years of living here as a roller coaster ride more so, after I gave birth to my son. Japan had changed me in ways unimaginable. It has influence my lifestyle, my perceptions and beliefs. I was able to witness firsthand the pros and cons of living in the country. From their language, culture and ethnicity, the people, place and in work. Those years were enough to give me quite personal and memorable experiences which I would be more than delighted to share with you.
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