Events in Roppongi & Nogizaka
Art museums such as the National Art Center and Mori Art Museum, and big complexes like Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Midtown.
40 events listed · 13 free · 4 good for kids · 24 indoors
Live music & concerts 12, Art exhibitions 11, Festivals & local events 7, Markets & flea markets 5, Food events 3, Pop-ups 2
Pop-ups
Roppongi Hills Halloween Headdress Workshop - Roppongi Art Night Special Edition
Roppongi Hills West Walk 2F (in front of BEAMS) (Roppongi Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–18:00
Make an original headdress from your favorite parts with artist Vivienne Sato. 45-minute sessions start on the hour. Advance booking and payment on a first-come basis via the application form (Hills App membership required). Cancelled in severe weather.
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Bree Luey Artist Talk (MAM Project 035)
Mori Art Museum Learning Room (Roppongi Hills Mori Tower) (Roppongi Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 14:00–15:30
An artist talk held with "MAM Project 035: Bree Luey". 70 seats, first come first served; booking required (until Oct 28). Japanese–English simultaneous interpretation and sign language.
DetailsOct 31 (Sat) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 11:00–21:00
Four days of German food and drink. Closes at 20:00 on the last day, Nov 3.
DetailsOct 16 (Fri) – Nov 4 (Wed) 11:00–19:00
An autumn festival with design works across the lawn and the building.
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Itsuo Art Museum Collection: Buson, Goshun and Masterpieces of the Tea Ceremony
Suntory Museum of Art (Roppongi Sta.)
Sep 16 (Wed) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Paintings by Buson and Goshun and tea utensils from the Itsuo Art Museum.
DetailsOct 30 (Fri) – Nov 22 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
An open-call exhibition in five categories: Japanese-style painting, Western-style painting, sculpture, crafts and calligraphy, across floors 1–3 of the National Art Center. Closed Tuesdays (open Nov 3, closed Nov 4). A twilight ticket (adults ¥700) is valid from 16:00.
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Akasaka Flea Market in ARK HILLS – Christmas Special
ARK Hills, ARK Karajan Place (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 11:00–18:00
A larger-than-usual Christmas edition of the ARK HILLS flea market. Among Christmas decorations, stalls sell antique goods, vintage clothing, ornaments, interior items and accessories. 11:00–18:00.
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NACT Artist Workshop "Painting and Walking!"
The National Art Center, Tokyo (3F studio, etc.) (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 10:00–12:00
Families copy a painting chosen from Art Library books onto a board with artists Rintaro Hara and Yu Hara, then take it for a walk around the museum. 30 groups per session; wear clothes that can get dirty.
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Fuji Electric Super Concert: Sir Simon Rattle and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) 18:20 start
Starts 19:00. Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with Krystian Zimerman, Takemitsu's 'A Flock Descends into the Pentagonal Garden' and Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring'. Half-price student seats only via Japan Arts Pia.
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21st Century Art Borderless Exhibition Japan Renaissance 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 5 (Sat) 10:00–18:00
An open-call art exhibition in the 1st-floor galleries of the National Art Center. Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); open until 18:00 (last entry 17:30).
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Christmas Flower Arrangement (Soi-même, Hills Marche Christmas)
ARK Hills, ARK Karajan Place (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) – Dec 5 (Sat) 10:00–14:00
A workshop held within the Saturday Hills Marche (10:00–14:00) during ARK HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026. Make a Christmas flower arrangement with Soi-même on Nov 28 and Dec 5; 20–30 places. From age 3.
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Traditional Crafts Open-Call Exhibition 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) – Dec 7 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of open-call works of traditional crafts from across Japan. Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); last day closes at 13:00 (last entry 12:30).
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JAGDA International Student Poster Award 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) – Dec 7 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of the student poster award by the Japan Graphic Designers Association (JAGDA). Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); last day closes at 15:00 (last entry 14:30).
DetailsSep 9 (Wed) – Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Renaissance art from the Louvre. Open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Tuesdays.
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026)
Tokyo Midtown Galleria 2F (in front of lucien pellat-finet) (Roppongi Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 14:00 start
Live Christmas music at MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026. Three sets each day at 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00, about 30 minutes each.
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Stained-Glass Ornament Making (Hippopotomos, Hills Marche Christmas)
ARK Hills, ARK Karajan Place (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Dec 19 (Sat) 10:00–14:00
A workshop held within the Saturday Hills Marche (10:00–14:00) during ARK HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026. Make a stained-glass ornament with Hippopotomos; 3 people per session, about 30 minutes, 10 places per day. Ages 6 and up (ask about preschoolers).
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New Japan Philharmonic "Beethoven 9" Special Concert 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Yutaka Sado with the Ritsuyukai Choir. U25 tickets available. No preschool children.
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MIDWINTER LOUNGE (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026)
Tokyo Midtown, Midtown Garden (next to the Lawn) (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun) 16:00–22:00
A new outdoor lounge at MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 where you can sip champagne while watching the MIDWINTER LIGHTS bubble illumination in the garden. Open weekdays from 16:00 and weekends from 15:00 until 22:00 (last order 21:30).
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Christmas Afternoon Tea (Grand Hyatt Tokyo, Fiorentina)
Grand Hyatt Tokyo 1F, Fiorentina (Roppongi Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 23 (Wed) 15:00–17:00
An Italian merenda-inspired Christmas afternoon tea with sweets, savories and three kinds of pandoro, 15:00-17:00 (2 hours).
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Suntory Hall Christmas Concert 2026: Bach Collegium Japan 'Messiah on Christmas Eve'
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 24 (Thu) 17:50 start
A Christmas Eve tradition: Bach Collegium Japan under Masato Suzuki performs Handel's Messiah in full. Starts 18:30, ends around 21:40. Paid online streaming also available.
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Keyakizaka Illumination (Roppongi Hills Christmas 2026)
Roppongi Keyakizaka-dori (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 5 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–22:00
Roppongi's 400 m Keyakizaka street is lit in "SNOW & BLUE".
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ARK HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026
Ark Hills: Ark Karajan Square & Ark Hills South Tower (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 08:00–23:30
A Christmas tree and illuminations at Ark Karajan Square (South Tower lit 7:00–25:00). Christmas goods at the Saturday Hills Marché, and a special Christmas edition of the Akasaka Flea Market on Nov 22.
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Mohri Garden Illumination (Roppongi Hills Christmas 2026)
Roppongi Hills Mohri Garden (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–23:00
Christmas lights in Mohri Garden, the Japanese garden at Roppongi Hills. Easy to combine with the Keyakizaka Illumination (from 11/5).
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Roppongi Hills Christmas Market 2026
Roppongi Hills O-yane Plaza (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
The 20th edition, recreating Stuttgart's Christmas market with German food and ornaments.
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MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 Christmas Marché
Tokyo Midtown Galleria B1 (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
An indoor Christmas marché at Tokyo Midtown selling Christmas goods and accessories.
DetailsNov 26 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–23:00
Tokyo Midtown's garden hosts the bubble-and-snow light show "MIDWINTER LIGHTS".
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MIDWINTER LIGHTS (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026, Tokyo Midtown)
Tokyo Midtown, Midtown Garden (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–23:00
Tokyo Midtown's main illumination and the 8.5 m real fir tree light up in Midtown Garden from 17:00 to 23:00, free to view. The Light Walk continues until February 23, 2027.
DetailsDec 25 (Fri) 19:00 start
A Christmas concert by the New Japan Philharmonic conducted by Naoto Otomo, with Masahiro Motoki as navigator. Organ pre-concert from 18:40 and a mini party after the show. No preschool children.
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TMSO Special "Beethoven's Ninth" (Dec 26)
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 26 (Sat) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth by the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra under Kazuhiro Koizumi, with the New National Theatre Chorus. Preschool children not admitted.
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66 Plaza Illumination (Roppongi Hills Christmas 2026)
Roppongi Hills 66 Plaza (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 27 (Sun) 17:00–24:00
Christmas illumination at 66 Plaza in Roppongi Hills, lit until midnight (until 23:00 on the last day).
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Japan Philharmonic Orchestra "Beethoven 9" Special Concert 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 27 (Sun) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Ken-ichiro Kobayashi, opening with Bach organ works including the Toccata and Fugue. No preschool children.
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Tokyo Symphony Orchestra Special Concert "Beethoven 9" 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 29 (Tue) 14:00 start
A year-end performance of Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Lorenzo Viotti with the Tokyo Symphony Chorus. No preschool children.
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Vienna Volksoper Orchestra: 'Die Fledermaus' Highlights – Vienna's New Year's Eve at Suntory Hall
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 13:20 start
New Year's Eve at 14:00: highlights of Strauss's Die Fledermaus in concert form, with a ballet ensemble. Premium tickets with champagne (20+). No preschool children.
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Suntory Hall New Year Concert 2027: Vienna Volksoper Orchestra
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Jan 1 (Fri) – Jan 3 (Sun) 13:00 start
Jan 1–3, each day at 14:00. Waltzes, polkas and operetta favorites such as The Blue Danube, with ballet. A pre-concert starts around 13:20.
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Tokyo Symphony Orchestra New Year Concert 2027
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Jan 9 (Sat) 14:00 start
Conducted by Tatsuya Shimono with pianist Michie Koyama. Suppé's Morning, Noon and Night in Vienna overture, Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1 and Dvořák's New World Symphony. Starts at 14:00.
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Learning from Hojoki: Small Architecture for Re-weaving Life
21_21 DESIGN SIGHT (Roppongi Sta.)
Aug 28 (Fri) – Jan 11 (Mon) 10:00–19:00
A design exhibition on small architecture and ways of living, inspired by the classic essay Hojoki.
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Prague Symphony Orchestra New Year Classics Concert, conducted by Tomáš Netopil
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Jan 15 (Fri) 18:30 start
Starts 19:00. Beethoven's 'Emperor' Concerto (piano: Mitsuru Kaneko) and Dvořák's 'From the New World'. Senior and half-price student seats only via Japan Arts Pia.
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Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Special Exhibition Gallery 2E) (Nogizaka Sta.)
Oct 28 (Wed) – Feb 8 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of three shojo manga legends with over 800 works planned, including original monochrome and color drawings. Closed Tuesdays; open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
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RALPH LAUREN MIDTOWN ICE RINK (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026)
Tokyo Midtown Lawn (Roppongi Sta.)
Dec 5 (Sat) – Feb 23 (Tue) 11:00–21:00
A winter-only outdoor ice rink (20m x 42m) on the lawn at Tokyo Midtown. Entry until 20:00. Closed on January 1.
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Mariko Mori: All That Shines
Mori Art Museum (Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 53F) (Roppongi Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Mar 28 (Sun) 10:00–22:00
A major solo show of about 40 works spanning Mariko Mori's 30-plus-year career. Open daily until 22:00 (Tuesdays until 17:00); on Oct 31 it stays open until 6:00 the next morning for Roppongi Art Night. Timed-entry tickets; walk-ins accepted when slots are available. Online tickets are cheaper.
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FAQ
How many Roppongi & Nogizaka are listed on Kyochika?
40 as of Oct 27 (Tue), and 13 of them are free to enter.
Which Roppongi & Nogizaka are free?
Deutschlandfest (German Festival) 2026, NACT Artist Workshop "Painting and Walking!", 21st Century Art Borderless Exhibition Japan Renaissance 2026, Traditional Crafts Open-Call Exhibition 2026, JAGDA International Student Poster Award 2026
Which Roppongi & Nogizaka stay open latest?
66 Plaza Illumination (Roppongi Hills Christmas 2026) (until 24:00), Mariko Mori: All That Shines (until 23:59), ARK HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026 (until 23:30)
Which Roppongi & Nogizaka end soon?
Roppongi Hills Halloween Headdress Workshop - Roppongi Art Night Special Edition (ends Oct 31 (Sat)), Bree Luey Artist Talk (MAM Project 035) (ends Oct 31 (Sat)), Deutschlandfest (German Festival) 2026 (ends Nov 3 (Tue, holiday))
Checked against official pages · updated October 27, 2026
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