Festivals & local events in Tokyo
320 festivals & local events in Tokyo, on now or this week, with dates, hours, prices and nearest stations in English. 150 of them are free.
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Let's enjoy ORIGAMI (Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center)
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center 7F (Asakusa Sta.)
Oct 20 (Tue) 13:00–16:00
A monthly origami session on the third Tuesday at the tourist center opposite Kaminarimon. About 15 minutes each, no reservation needed. Easy for overseas visitors too.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 20 (Tue) – Oct 21 (Wed) 10:00–16:30
An event for mothers and babies. Every visitor gets a gift set of 6 items including beauty products and an original bag. Advance booking via LINE required.
Instagram postOct 22 (Thu) 09:30–13:30
An outdoor play space where babies, toddlers and parents can relax in nature, run by the NPO Mother Tree Nature School. No reservation, free. Check the official Instagram in case of rain.
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Take-chan's Toy Box: What's a Ninja?
Sakuragaoka Community Center gym (Chitose-Funabashi Sta.)
Oct 22 (Thu) 10:30–11:30
A parent-and-child class of rhythmic movement and active play built around a ninja story. First 13 groups; booking from Oct 8.
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Waku-Waku Friday: Glass-Noodle Sensory Play
Hananoki Hiroba-kan, playroom (4F) (Machiya Sta.)
Oct 23 (Fri) 10:30–11:30
Squishy, slippery play with harusame glass noodles for babies and toddlers. Sign up at the door.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 23 (Fri) 10:30–13:00
An outdoor play day for babies, toddlers and parents: a cart loaded with toys comes to Jidayubori Park. 10:30-13:00, free, no registration — just come along. The date may change.
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Make an Original Garland Together (Tokyo Water Science Museum)
Tokyo Water Science Museum, 1F Orientation Room (Kokusai-Tenjijo Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 09:30–17:00
A parent-and-child workshop making a garland while learning about the water cycle. Sessions at 11:00 and 13:30 (10 each); numbered tickets handed out at the 1F information desk from 1 hour before (no reservations). Listed hours are the museum's opening hours.
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Setagaya Industry Festa 2026
Sangenjaya Fureai Hiroba / Setagaya Sangyo Plaza (Sangenjaya Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
A local industry festival bringing together Setagaya businesses and farmers, with stage shows, hands-on activities and local products.
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Arakawa Nature Park Autumn Fun Festival
Arakawa Nature Park, Sansan Square (Machiya Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
An autumn festival in Arakawa Nature Park with crafts, a stamp rally and rakugo.
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Living with Your Dog: Winter Care Class (Ogunohara Park)
Ogunohara Park, Lawn Plaza (Kumanomae Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 10:00–11:00
An outdoor class on winter care that you attend with your dog; walk-ins also accepted.
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Kids' Rooftop Farm: Vegetable Harvest (Shinagawa City Office)
Shinagawa City Office Annex, Rooftop (Oimachi Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 10:00–12:30
A vegetable-harvesting experience for children in the rooftop garden of the Shinagawa City Office. Two sessions (10:00-11:00, 11:30-12:30), 20 children each, first come; apply by phone or email. 800 yen. Cancelled in rain.
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FAMILY GREEN Atelier (October)
Gazenbo Yokokawa Shozo Memorial Park (next to Azabudai Hills) (Kamiyacho Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 11:00–17:00
A monthly atelier for children and families by Machi no Kenkyujo and Mori Building: water art, weaving, autumn material play and a picture-book corner. On rainy days it moves indoors to Azabudai Hills Tower Plaza 1F.
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Shinjuku Machi Fes 2026 Fun Street
Shinjuku-dori Avenue (Shinjuku Sta. East Exit to Isetan) (Shinjuku-sanchome Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 11:00–15:00
Booths by companies and groups and street performances such as music and juggling line Shinjuku-dori Avenue. Food trucks at Shinjuku More 4-bangai. Cancelled in stormy weather.
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English Picture-Book Story Time (Nakamachi Library)
Shinjuku City Nakamachi Library, children's corner (Ushigome-kagurazaka Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 14:00–14:30
English picture-book readings mixed with English poems and songs. Capacity 10, first come first served; apply at the counter or by phone.
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Dog Training Class (Shinozaki Park Dog Run)
Shinozaki Park Dog Run (Shinozaki Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 14:00–15:30
A dog training class held by Edogawa City at the Shinozaki Park dog run. 14:00-15:30, free. If it rains, it moves to Saturday, October 31.
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Tokyo Hyakki Yako 2026 (Yokai Parade)
Koenji Look Shopping Street (Koenji Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 14:30–15:50
Some 250 people dressed as yokai parade through a Koenji shopping street in daylight.
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Okubo Halloween Story Time (Okubo Library)
Shinjuku City Okubo Library, picture-book corner (Okubo Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) 15:30–16:30
Halloween picture-book readings in Japanese, with a Thai-language reading also planned. Two sessions (15:30, 16:00), 6 families each, no registration.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 16 (Fri) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
Oct 16–18: industry, commerce and tourism; Oct 23–25: agriculture and traditional crafts. Hands-on booths for making screws, metal casting, Edo hairpins and more.
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TOKYO DOGS' RUNWAY (TOKYO outside Festival, Showa Kinen Park)
Showa Kinen Park, Yume Hiroba (Tachikawa Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 09:30–16:00
A dog event where owners and their dogs walk a red-carpet runway, with dog yoga and booths for dog clothes and food. Runway: Oct 24 12:30-14:30, Oct 25 12:00-14:00. Dogs welcome (leash required in the park).
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Futakotamagawa Halloween Party 2026
Futakotamagawa Rise & Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C. (Futako-tamagawa Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
Family weekend with a stamp rally, workshops and a dance stage.
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earth garden “Autumn” 2026
Yoyogi Park Event Plaza and Outdoor Stage (Harajuku Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
An autumn festival in Yoyogi Park. The outdoor stage is due to start at 12:00 and needs a supporter ticket to enter.
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Sumidagawa Open Terrace 2026
Sumida River Terrace (by Arakawa Yuen and Miyamae Park) (Kumanomae Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–19:00
Riverside fun on the Sumida River terraces: river cruises, a mini train, a mini aquarium, a stamp rally and a pop-up library. Until 19:00 by Arakawa Yuen, until 16:00 by Miyamae Park. Ogutoberfest runs the same days.
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Nakano Tohoku Kizuna Festival 2026
Nakano Shiki-no-Mori Park, Nakano City Office plaza and more (Nakano Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–20:00
Dances and nebuta floats from Sendai, Morioka, Yamagata, Fukushima and Aomori (Kuroishi Yosare), plus the Akita Kanto festival, gather in Nakano, with Tohoku products and food at Shiki-no-Mori Park. Parades Oct 24 17:00–18:30 and Oct 25 13:00–14:20; go/no-go announced at 8:00 on the day on the official site and social media.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A two-day open house at the Oku-Asakusa workshop building for leather, shoe and kiriko glass makers: kiriko and badge-making workshops, sales of leather offcuts and old shoemaking tools, seconds and more. From Asakusa Station, take the Taito City Kita-Megurin bus to "Hashiba Rojin Fukushikan Nishi", then 3 min on foot. No visitor parking.
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Arakawa Lock Gate Town Walk (Koto x Edogawa)
Around the Arakawa Lock Gate (Komatsugawa 1-chome, Edogawa) (Higashi-Ojima Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A town walk centered on the Arakawa Lock Gate linking Koto and Edogawa wards, with lock gate viewing, panel displays and prizes for participants. 10:00-16:00, free, no registration needed. Canceled in stormy weather.
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42nd Kitazawa Matsuri
Kitazawa Town Hall, Kitazawa Park and Kitazawa Gakuen Junior High School (Shimokitazawa Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
Shimokitazawa's local festival, Oct 24-25, 10:00-16:00. On Oct 25 (11:00-15:30) a free sports challenge (football, parkour, kendama, boccia) at Kitazawa Gakuen Junior High, food stalls and mochi pounding at Kitazawa Park, and exhibits at Kitazawa Town Hall. No parking.
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Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony 2026: Tea with Kids & Edo Tsumami-zaiku Craft (Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum)
Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum (Musashi-Koganei Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 10:30–16:00
At the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum venue of the Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony: a "tea seat to enjoy with children" at the Tenmyo House (junior high and under with one guardian), and an Edo tsumami-zaiku craft experience near the Mantoku Ryokan (take your work home). Tickets sold at the venue on the day, first come, first served.
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Become a Kawasaki Robot Engineer! Programming (Haneda Innovation City)
Haneda Innovation City, Bldg B 2F, Kawasaki Robot School (Tenkubashi Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Oct 25 (Sun) 11:00–15:30
Program and operate real Kawasaki industrial robots. For grade 3 to junior high students with a guardian; advance booking required.
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Nakagawa River Gathering at Higashi-Tateishi Ryokuchi Park 2026
Higashi-Tateishi Ryokuchi Park (Keisei-Tateishi Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 09:45–14:00
A riverside park day with fire engine and police car displays, a water-hose experience, a stamp rally, school club performances and food trucks. Cancelled in rain; no parking.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A special train runs around the traffic park and you can ride it. Break from noon to 13:00. Cancelled if it rains.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–13:00
One of Arakawa's children's festivals, with game and craft corners and dance performances.
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Riverside Storytime (Ogu Library)
Sumidagawa Open Terrace (Ogu Library if it rains) (Kumanomae Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–11:30
Picture-book reading and finger plays on the Sumida River embankment, plus a boat ride. Book at the Ogu Library counter or by phone.
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30th Chuo-Ichinoe Furusato Festival
Ichinoe Sakaigawa Waterside Park / Matsue No.5 JHS etc. (Ichinoe Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
Local festival at six sites along Ichinoe Sakaigawa Waterside Park. Ceremony 10:15; held in rain (parade cancelled).
Official page (Japanese)Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–14:00
A neighborhood festival with stage performances, games and food stalls. Everyone welcome.
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8th Yanaka Disaster Prevention Kaekko Festival
Yanaka Disaster Prevention Community Center / Hatsune no Mori Plaza (Nippori Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:00–14:00
A neighbourhood event in Yanaka where parents and children learn about disaster preparedness while having fun. On rainy days it runs only at the community center.
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Harajuku Omotesando Hello Halloween Pumpkin Parade
Harajuku and Omotesando (check-in at Jingumae Elementary School) (Meiji-jingumae Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:30–16:30
A shopping-street parade in which children in costume walk about 1 km along Omotesando. It sets off at 13:00; a candy rally around participating shops runs from 11:00. Cancelled in rain.
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Yume Neko Cat Adoption Event (Nihonbashi Kobunacho)
Ibasen Building 7F (Nihonbashi Kobunacho) (Kodemmacho Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:30–15:00
An adoption event to find new homes for rescued cats, listed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Animal Care center. Always contact the organizing group before attending.
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Farrier Talk at Nagisa Pony Land
Nagisa Pony Land, Pony House (Kasai-Rinkai-Koen Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 10:30–11:30
A close-up demonstration of horseshoeing and hoof trimming, introducing the work of a farrier. Open to everyone; you may join or leave partway through.
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Oizumi Heritage Project: Koizumi Dairy Farm
Koizumi Farm (Oizumi-gakuen Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 11:00–12:00
Hear about the history and cows of Koizumi Farm, the only dairy farm in Tokyo's 23 wards. Free, 20 places; elementary kids with a guardian.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 25 (Sun) 11:00–17:00
Halloween smart-ball game (follow the official Instagram to play, with prizes) and sweets for those showing the 'Hello Halloween Pumpkin Parade' stamp rally card. Children of elementary age or younger must be with a guardian.
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Halloween Yokocho 2026 (Kunitachi, Higashi-Ichijo-dori)
Higashi-Ichijo-dori, Kunitachi (Kunitachi Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 11:00–15:00
A kids' Halloween with Higashi-Ichijo-dori closed to cars: a stamp rally with treats, games like can toss, photo spots, live music and an original acrylic stand giveaway. Costumes optional.
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Sakura Hanamido Festival
Sakura Hanamido (Daita-Minami Children's Center) (Shimokitazawa Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 12:00–15:00
Themed "Magic Festival": game corners and handmade stalls run by kids from the children's center, plus local food stalls.
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Daita-minami Children's Center Festival "Sakura Hanamido Matsuri"
Sakura Hanamido (Daita-Minami Children's Center) (Wakabayashi Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 12:00–15:00
A children's center festival themed "magic festival", planned by a kids' committee: game corners, handmade shops and food stalls by locals. 12:00-15:00, free entry (food and some games paid), no booking.
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Kamimachi Children's Center Kids Festival 2026
Kamimachi Children's Center (Kamimachi Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 12:15–15:30
A children's center festival with game stalls, handmade goods, food and a stage. Entry needs a festival ticket handed out in advance.
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Kitami Children's Center Festival "Kitami Kids World"
Kitami Junior High School grounds (Kitami Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 13:00–15:30
The annual festival of Kitami Children's Center. Play with festival tickets (about 100 handed out first-come at the venue on the day), and many corners need no ticket. In rain it moves to the Kitami Junior High martial arts hall.
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English Halloween Story Time (Nishi-Ochiai Library)
Shinjuku City Nishi-Ochiai Library, 2F Meeting Room (Ochiai-minami-nagasaki Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 14:00–15:00
English picture-book reading and games with Chris Minton. 10 families; apply at the counter or by phone.
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Akasaka-mitsuke Station Rescue Cat Adoption Event (Minatoneco)
Akasaka-mitsuke Multi Space "Age Salon" (Akasaka-mitsuke Sta.)
Oct 25 (Sun) 14:00–16:00
An adoption event by Minato-ku rescue group Minatoneco where you can meet cats waiting for new families. Reservations are being taken, so booking ahead is recommended.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 25 (Sun) 15:00–16:30
Nezu's annual neighborhood Halloween. Reception on Aizome-odori; free for children, held rain or shine.
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Halloween Party at Shin-Shibamata Children's Center
Shin-Shibamata Children's Center (Shibamata Sta.)
Oct 27 (Tue) 11:15–11:45
A Halloween party for babies, toddlers and parents with decorations and music. Costumes welcome. Sign up on the day.
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Toddler Playtime at Nozawa Children's Center: Rolling Balls & Birthday Party
Nozawa Children's Center (Sangenjaya Sta.)
Oct 28 (Wed) 10:30–11:30
A gathering for toddlers who have just started walking and their parents; ball play and a birthday party this time.
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Parent & Child Craft: Handprint Ghosts (Galaxcity)
Galaxcity (Children's Future Creation Hall) (Nishiarai Sta.)
Oct 15 (Thu) – Oct 29 (Thu) 09:45–11:45
Press your child's handprint onto ghost-shaped paper to make a Halloween ghost. Thursdays Oct 15, 22 and 29; sign up on the day.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 30 (Fri) 10:30–15:30
Shinagawa's parenting event. The 7th-floor corner runs timed sessions: baby massage, outdoor play from age 0, dads' chat, a first talk about bodies and more. Free entry, come and go, no reservation.
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Motomachi Halloween 2026
Yokohama Motomachi Shopping Street (Motomachi-Chukagai Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) 13:00–18:00
Halloween on Yokohama's Motomachi Shopping Street. Events run about 13:00-18:00 (pedestrian zone about 11:00-19:00): a PAW Patrol big balloon display (13:00-17:00), Peko-chan & Poko-chan greetings (from 14:00), Halloween balloon giveaway (from 15:00) and candy from participating shops (from 16:00, while supplies last).
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Halloween Party 2026 (Higashi-Nippori Fureai-kan)
Higashi-Nippori Fureai-kan (Nippori Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) 14:00–16:30
A Halloween party at Arakawa City's community and children's center, 14:00–16:30: answer quizzes to get special sweets, plus a maze this year. Costumes welcome. No advance booking (same-day sign-up on the 1st floor, 13:45–15:45) and no capacity limit.
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Halloween Haunted Walk (Hananoki Hiroba-kan)
Hananoki Hiroba-kan (Machiya Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) 17:00–19:00
A Halloween courage walk through the darkened building. No booking; reception 16:50–18:40.
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Tokyo Skytree Town Halloween
Tokyo Skytree Town (Solamachi Plaza, etc.) (Tokyo Skytree Sta.)
Oct 1 (Thu) – Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–18:00
A family Halloween parade (10:30, 14:30) and stamp rally on Oct 31.
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Sunshine City FUN! FUN! HALLOWEEN 2026
Sunshine City ALPA (Higashi-ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 1 (Thu) – Oct 31 (Sat) 11:00–16:00
Festival stalls and workshops on Oct 17, 18, 24, 25, 30 and 31, and a concert on Oct 31.
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Geikoten 2026 (Yanesen Town-wide Art & Craft Exhibition)
Yanaka, Nezu & Sendagi area (temporary HQ: Yuyusha) (Nippori Sta.)
Oct 14 (Wed) – Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–17:00
The whole Yanaka-Nezu-Sendagi area becomes a gallery, with 75 street-corner exhibitions by artists, artisans and locals. Look for the red “。” tenugui sign; there is also a 6-spot stamp rally. Hours vary by project.
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Galaxcity Craft Class (Weekends & Holidays, October)
Galaxcity (Children's Future Creation Hall) (Nishiarai Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
Make seasonal crafts from everyday materials like paper cups and chopsticks. 10:00-12:00 and 13:30-16:00 on Oct 17, 18, 24, 25 and 31; sign up on the day.
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Picture-Card Story "Drop-chan's Great Adventure" (Tokyo Water Science Museum)
Tokyo Water Science Museum, 1F Orientation Room (Kokusai-Tenjijo Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 09:30–17:00
A kamishibai picture-card show by museum staff that teaches the water cycle through a story. Sessions at 11:00 and 13:30 (50 each); numbered tickets from 1 hour before (no reservations). Listed hours are the museum's opening hours.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
Stage shows and panel displays from towns linked to Ota Dokan, the builder of Edo Castle. Cancelled in bad weather.
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SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026
Kasai Rinkai Park, Shiokaze Hiroba (Kasai-Rinkai-Koen Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
Ward festival with stage acts, SDGs experience booths, secondhand market and food stalls at Kasai Rinkai Park. Stage from 11:00; cancelled in bad weather.
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Arakawa Eco Caravan (Autumn)
Yuinomori Arakawa, Yuinomori Hall (1F) (Machiya Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
A hands-on environmental event about ocean plastic: make a kaleidoscope from ocean plastic, play a fishing game, see panels and join a litter-pick challenge. No registration needed.
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Science Class: Low-Temperature Science with Liquid Nitrogen (Bunkyo City Education Center)
Bunkyo City Education Center (Hongo-sanchome Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
Experiments with liquid nitrogen for grade 3 to junior high students. Two sessions of 30 by lottery; apply by Oct 19 (Bunkyo residents/students only).
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Pony Rides at the Autumn Park Festival (Nagisa Pony Land)
Kasai Rinkai Park (near Central Plaza) (Kasai-Rinkai-Koen Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–14:30
Ponies from Nagisa Pony Land visit the Autumn Park Festival at Kasai Rinkai Park and give rides to children up to 6th grade. Cancelled in rain (if the weather is unstable, only petting and goods sales may be held).
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Halloween Parade & Password (Yuyake Koyake Fureai-kan)
Yuyake Koyake Fureai-kan (Minami-Senju Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–11:00
Halloween at an Arakawa City community center on Oct 31: the 'Tell me the password!' activity from 10:00 (first 100, no booking) and a Halloween parade 10:00–11:00 (50 infants, 20 children; advance sign-up required, children must sign up in person). A Halloween photo spot is also set up Oct 26–31 (no booking).
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Family Animated Film Screening on the Big Screen (Kami-Ikebukuro Library)
Toshima City Kami-Ikebukuro Library B1 Multipurpose Hall (Kita-Ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 11:00–11:30
Four short Mickey Mouse cartoons shown on a big screen for kids and parents, no booking needed.
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Nomunomono Leather Goods Workshop (October)
Nomunomono (Shin-Okachimachi Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 11:00–17:00
A workshop at a leather goods shop. Three sessions at 11:00, 14:00 and 16:00 (about 1 hour, 4 people each). Book by phone, email or Instagram DM; walk-ins OK if seats remain. Held almost every last Saturday of the month.
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French Story Time (Toyo Library)
Koto City Education Center 1F, Training Room 2 (Toyo Library) (Toyocho Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 14:00–15:00
A native French speaker shares autumn-themed picture books and songs (doors 13:45). 10 groups, first come; apply online only from Oct 16, 9:00.
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Halloween Storytime (Kita-Shinjuku Library)
Kita-Shinjuku Lifelong Learning Center 3F Japanese-style Room (Okubo Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 14:00–15:00
Halloween picture books and kamishibai followed by a mini craft session, no booking needed.
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Happy Halloween! Japanese & English Story Time (Ariake Children's Library)
Koto City Ariake Children's Library (Ariake Sports Center 7F) (Ariake-tennis-no-mori Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) 15:00–15:30
A special Halloween story time with stories in both Japanese and English. Costumes and babies welcome. About 15 people, no registration.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 31 (Sat) 17:30–21:00
Roller-skate in costume on Halloween night. Starts 18:00.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 20 (Tue) – Nov 1 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
A Panda Day tie-in stamp rally spotlighting red pandas and pheasants that share the giant panda's Chinese highland home. No prizes.
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Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fes 2026
Ikebukuro East area (Naka-Ikebukuro Park, etc.) (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
One of Japan's largest cosplay festivals, with an 18+ night event on Oct 30.
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IKEBUKURO LIVING LOOP × Sunshine City PLAYPARK 2026
Sunshine City ALPA 1F, plaza by the south entrance (Higashi-ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 1 (Sun) 11:00–16:00
Three days of hands-on play and workshops for kids, with a stamp rally.
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Tokyo Yuki Matsuri SNOWBANK PAY IT FORWARD 2026
Yoyogi Park Event Plaza and Outdoor Stage (Harajuku Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 1 (Sun) 09:00–18:00
A snowboard jib battle with pro riders and live music on the outdoor stage, plus booths for blood donation and bone-marrow donor registration. Held rain or shine.
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Tora-san Summit 2026
Shibamata Taishakuten approach (main venue), Tora-san Museum, Yamamoto-tei and more (Shibamata Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
22 filming locations of the Otoko wa Tsurai yo (Tora-san) films gather in Shibamata to show off local performing arts, specialties and food. Held rain or shine.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A dog event at seaside Rinko Park where you can spend the whole day with your dog: a natural-grass dog run, 50 m dog races, agility trials, a market of dog food and wear, meeting rescue dogs, and a Halloween costume party. Oct 31 10:00–17:00, Nov 1 10:00–16:00. Free entry (some paid content; food and goods extra). Some activities need advance booking.
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Pandabashi Wan-Wan Halloween 2026
Panda Bridge, JR Ueno Station (outside Iriya gate) (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 1 (Sun) 11:00–17:00
A dog Halloween on Panda Bridge at Ueno Station: costume fashion show, mini train driven by JR staff (dogs ride in your arms; some conditions; cancelled in rain), shopping booths and photo sessions.
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A Bon dance event for Shinagawa City's 80th anniversary, with food stalls, a local products market and stages by local groups. On the 31st characters join the dance; on the 1st Azumi Inoue and Yuyu perform and the Shinagawa Ondo is shown. Held rain or shine.
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51st Funabori Festival
Funabori Community Hall and surroundings (Funabori Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 09:00–15:00
A neighborhood festival around Funabori Community Hall with stage performances of dance, song and music, exhibitions and a flea market.
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Pug Fes 2026 AUTUMN at Eeno no Mori Dog Garden
Eeno no Mori Dog Garden (Yumenoshima, Koto) (Shin-Kiba Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 09:00–16:00
An autumn dog festival for owners of pugs and pug mixes, with a pug goods market. Held rain or shine (cancelled in storms). Each dog needs a ticket too.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 1 (Sun) 09:15–13:00
Stage shows and exhibits by local clubs, stalls selling yakisoba and imagawayaki, and go and mahjong try-outs. No registration needed.
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Katsushika Waste Reduction & Cleaning Fair
Katsushika Incineration Plant (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–14:00
Tour the incineration plant, enjoy a brass band and a hero show, browse a used-book sale and flea market, and try an earthquake simulator or loading a garbage truck. Last entry 13:30.
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48th Kita-Koiwa Festival
Koiwa Park / Koiwa No.3 Junior High School (Koiwa Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
A "festival for the whole family": brass bands, yosakoi and kids' dance on stage, a children's area with games and woodworking, and food stalls.
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24th Sukusuku Messe @ Kasuya
Kasuya Children's Center and Kasuya Community Center (Chitose-Karasuyama Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–13:00
A day packed with programs for babies and toddlers, held with the Kasuya Community Center culture festival. No booking needed.
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Ekokkuru Autumn Festival (Ekokkuru Koto Environmental Learning Center)
Ekokkuru Koto (Koto City Environmental Learning Center) (Shiomi Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
An autumn festival at Koto Ward's environmental learning center, with a craft show by Masato Kubota (known as "Wakuwaku-san"), a workshop to touch and observe local insects and crabs, a solar car display and ride, and a wooden toy corner. 10:00–15:00, free (some food for sale). Some booths have limited capacity.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 1 (Sun) 10:30–14:00
One of Arakawa's children's festivals, with a brass band, dance performances, craft corners and food stalls. Cancelled if it rains.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 1 (Sun) 10:30–14:00
A neighborhood children's festival in Ogu with brass band and dance stages, a craft corner and food stalls. Cancelled in rain; no cars or motorbikes.
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Picture Book Storytime in English and Japanese (Kita City Central Library)
Kita City Central Library 2F, Children's Library "Story Room" (Jujo Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 10:30–11:45
A storytime with picture books read in English and Japanese. Two sessions, 10:30–11:00 and 11:15–11:45 (doors open 10 minutes before). For children whose first language is not Japanese or who are interested in English picture books. No registration needed.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 1 (Sun) 11:00–16:00
Minato City's child-abuse prevention campaign event, with booths for parents and children to enjoy together: food booths, games, workshops, exhibits, stage shows and a talk with the mayor and the Minato Children's Council.
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Planetarium from Age 0: Stories of the Autumn Night Sky (IMAGINUS)
IMAGINUS (Suginami Science Lab), 3F (Koenji Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 12:00–12:20
A 20-minute planetarium show with an autumn sky story featuring a prince riding Pegasus. Capacity 20; tickets sold online until 10 minutes before the start.
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Children's Rights Day Forum Nakano 2026 (Craft Workshop & Play Park)
Nakano City Hall 1F (Nakanoba, Sharenoma, Sotoniwa) (Nakano Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) 13:00–16:00
A forum at Nakano City Hall with a craft workshop for ages 3 to 12, a free-play park and a stamp rally.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 2 (Mon) 10:00–19:30
The first in seven years: four films at ¥800 each, including "90 Years Old - So What?". Stage greetings by Rei Kikukawa (Oct 30) and Kanji Tsuda (Oct 31) at select screenings. Seats cleared between shows.
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Special Guide: Find Animal Motifs on the Five-Storied Pagoda (Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Cultural Property Week)
Ueno Zoo, East Garden (in front of the Five-Storied Pagoda) (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 2 (Mon) 11:00–11:30
A special guided walk for Tokyo Cultural Property Week, looking for animal motifs on the former Kan'ei-ji Five-Storied Pagoda, an Important Cultural Property. 25 people, first come on the day; reception from 10:50 in front of the pagoda. Held in rain; wear comfortable shoes for the gravel path.
Official page (Japanese)Sep 30 (Wed) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–18:00
Japan's oldest amusement park goes Halloween with a join-in parade and themed rides.
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Shonan Candle 2026 (Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden)
Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden (Katase-Enoshima Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 17:00–20:00
About 10,000 candles light up Enoshima for 25 days, with a collaboration with the anime "Rascal Does Not Dream" series and paid workshops such as painting candle cups. Garden entry is free until 17:00; the Sea Candle tower costs extra.
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ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026
Senso-ji Temple Main Hall and Hozomon Gate (Asakusa Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 18:00–21:30
A roughly 6-minute projection on Senso-ji's Main Hall and Hozomon Gate, based on votive paintings, the Kanbun Engi scroll and ukiyo-e. Free, no booking. A paid special viewing of the normally closed Denpoin Garden runs at the same time (9:00–21:00).
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Arakawa Culture Festival: Tea Ceremony
Machiya Culture Center 1F Hall and 3F Meeting Room 1 (Machiya Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–15:00
Tea ceremony sessions held for three days at Machiya Culture Center as part of Arakawa City's culture festival. 10:00-15:00 (planned).
Official page (Japanese)Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–14:00
One of Arakawa's children's festivals: dance and taiko performances, game and craft corners, new-sports try-outs and food stalls. Cancelled if it rains.
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21st Mizumoto Park Fureai Festival
Mizumoto Park, Hanashobu Plaza (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–15:30
A park festival with a flower market, craft workshops, Katsushika-grown vegetable sales, a goldfish display, food trucks and stage shows. Cancelled in stormy weather.
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Autumn Craft Festival: Nature Edition (Minato City Science Museum)
Minato City Science Museum, Lab (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–16:00
A nature-themed craft event in the museum's lab on Culture Day. Two sessions: 10:00-12:00 (last entry 11:45) and 14:00-16:00 (last entry 15:45). No reservation needed; open to all.
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The 45th Sports Center Festival
Edogawa City Sports Center (Nishi-Kasai Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 10:00–16:00
A festival on Culture Day at the Edogawa City Sports Center, with events featuring top athletes, para-sports trial corners and a prize quiz. 10:00-16:00, free (some activities require registration).
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Kamishibai-Only Storytime (Shimo-Ochiai Library)
Shinjuku City Shimo-Ochiai Library Multipurpose Room (Takadanobaba Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 11:00–11:45
A storytime told entirely with kamishibai picture-card stories for ages 4 to elementary and parents.
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Atsumare! Ebara 2026 (Town-wide Culture Event)
Square Ebara and other venues (Musashi-Koyama) (Musashi-Koyama Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 11:00–17:00
A hands-on culture event on Culture Day across five venues in Ebara and Musashi-Koyama: workshops from 100 yen, stage shows, outdoor kamishibai, festival games, a food market and talks. Main venue: Square Ebara. Just drop in.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 11:00–15:00
A neighborhood festival in Koenji-kita: Namisuke photo party (numbered tickets; 11:30, 13:00, 14:00), rubber-band shooting and putting golf (free), badges (paid), food stalls with frankfurters and popcorn, and a display of works by a local kindergarten. Held rain or shine.
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Bean and Sparkly Gem Charm Making (Ultraman Shopping Street Workshop Day)
Kinuta 8-chome Children's Playground (Soshigaya-Okura Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 11:00–16:00
At the Ultraman Shopping Street workshop event in Soshigaya, the kids' cafe Soramame runs a booth where children make charms from beans and sparkly gems. 11:00–16:00, for ages up to 18, free. About 6 minutes' walk from Soshigaya-Okura Station; held in rain, cancelled in severe weather.
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Yawaraka Art Academy: Pablo Picasso (Toneri Library)
Toneri Community Learning Center, Study Room 2 (Toneri-koen Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 14:00–16:00
A parent-and-child class by Toneri Library. Children look at Picasso's paintings to discover the secrets of his techniques and talk about what the artist was thinking, and guardians can try his techniques in a workshop. 8 pairs, first come, first served; apply at the counter, by phone or online.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) 15:00–15:30
Gentle parent-and-child yoga on the park lawn that even little ones can join. Book via Ogu Library's counter, phone or website.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 4 (Wed) 15:30–16:00
Enjoy picture books full of food, then vote for your favorite dish. First 15 groups; numbered tickets from 15:15 on the day.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 4 (Wed) – Nov 5 (Thu) 17:00–21:00
Two nights only: Otemachi Nakadori is lit with Japanese washi umbrella lanterns. On Nov 4 there is a free umbrella paper-pasting workshop with a craftsman.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 5 (Thu) 09:30–13:30
An outdoor play space where babies, toddlers and parents can relax in nature, run by the NPO Mother Tree Nature School. No reservation, free. Check the official Instagram in case of rain.
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Museum with Your Baby (Ota City Folk Museum)
Ota City Folk Museum (meeting room & special display corner) (Nishi-magome Sta.)
Nov 5 (Thu) 10:00–11:30
A curator's gallery talk on the special display about writer Uno Chiyo, plus parent-child play and picture-book reading for babies. Eight pairs, first-come; phone booking from Oct 15, 8:30. Strollers welcome; nursing and diaper changing available.
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Toshima Childcare Festival
Toshima Center Square (Toshima City Office 1F) (Higashi-ikebukuro Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) 10:00–11:30
Intros to ward nursery schools, school-lunch recipes, height and weight checks, picture-book reading, hand/footprint crafts and a photo booth.
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Toddler Storytime at Umegaoka Library (November)
Setagaya Umegaoka Library, Story Room (Umegaoka Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) 10:30–11:00
Picture books and finger plays for ages 0-2 and their parents. 10:30-11:00, free, no registration, first 15 families. Another session on Nov 20.
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Play with Folk Instruments (Haramachi Children's Center)
Haramachi Children's Center B1 Playroom (Nishi-koyama Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) 10:30–11:30
A session for ages 0-2 and their parents, playing with folk instruments from around the world. 10:30-11:30, free, just come along. Shoes off for both parent and child.
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Special Night Opening: Building Light-up (Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum)
Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum (Musashi-Koganei Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) – Nov 7 (Sat) 16:30–20:30
For two days only, the museum in Koganei Park stays open into the evening, lighting up its restored historic buildings with a candle night. Light-up 16:30–20:30 (opens 9:30, last entry 20:00).
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Chokokuji Temple Tori-no-Ichi (First Rooster Day), Asakusa
Chokokuji Temple (Senzoku, Asakusa) (Iriya Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 00:00–24:00
The Tori-no-Ichi fair at Chokokuji, the 'Rooster Temple' next to Otori Shrine, open a full day from midnight to midnight with lucky rakes, amulets and food stalls. This year has two Rooster Days.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Hanahata Ootori Shrine (First Rooster Day)
Ootori Shrine (Hanahata, Adachi) (Rokucho Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 05:00–24:00
The Tori-no-Ichi rooster fair (First Rooster Day) at Ootori Shrine in Hanahata, Adachi, said to be the birthplace of the fair. Open from 5:00 to around 24:00. A temporary parking lot is available, with a shuttle bus to the shrine from 9:00 to 21:00. Tobu buses run from Rokucho Station.
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Meguro Otori Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (First Rooster Day)
Otori Shrine (Meguro) (Meguro Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 08:00–22:00
Tori-no-Ichi fair at Otori Shrine in Meguro. Lucky kumade rake charms are offered from about 8:00 to 22:00. From 19:00, kagura dance and the kumade dance are performed at the main hall. In 2026 there are two rooster days.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Kasai Shrine, Katsushika (1st Rooster Day)
Kasai Shrine (Higashi-Kanamachi, Katsushika) (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 08:00–22:00
The Tori-no-Ichi fair at Kasai Shrine in Higashi-Kanamachi, Katsushika. Held from 8:00 to around 22:00 according to the shrine.
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Yotsuya Suga Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (First Rooster Day)
Suga Shrine (Yotsuya) (Yotsuya Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 09:00–22:00
Grand festival of the Otori shrine within Suga Shrine in Yotsuya. Lucky kumade charms are offered 9:00–22:00 (1,000 yen with broom, 800 yen kakkome). Each charm comes with one draw in a lucky lottery. Stalls line the grounds, with dedicatory dances at the kagura stage.
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Azabu-Juban Juban Inari Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (First Rooster Day)
Juban Inari Shrine (Azabu-juban Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 09:00–23:00
Tori-no-Ichi at Juban Inari Shrine, right next to Exit 7 of Azabu-juban Station. From 9:00 to around 23:00, kumade rake charms and lucky wallets are offered all day; kumade start at 1,000 yen. A limited goshuin stamp (pre-written, 500 yen) is available only on this day.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Mamai Katori Shrine, Shin-Koiwa (1st Rooster Day)
Mamai Katori Shrine (Chuo, Edogawa) (Shin-Koiwa Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 09:00–21:00
The Tori-no-Ichi fair at Mamai Katori Shrine near Shin-Koiwa. 9:00–21:00 according to the shrine's annual events page.
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Connect with Nature in an Autumn Park (Ekokkuru Koto, Kiba Park)
Kiba Park (meet at Fureai Hiroba entrance) (Kiba Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 09:30–11:30
A nature walk in Kiba Park to observe nuts and autumn leaves and enjoy the season with all five senses, led by Nature Leader Koto. 24 participants, lottery (Koto residents first); applications must arrive by Oct 20.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–16:30
Celebrate the Indian festival of lights in Nishi-Kasai, home to many Indian residents: classical dance and music on stage, curry and sweets, and an Indian bazaar. Now held at Takino Park.
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Tama Zoo Autumn School: Let's Become Guinea Pig Experts!
Tama Zoological Park (Tama-dobutsu-koen Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–11:30
Grades 1–3 observe guinea pigs' bodies and behavior and touch them. 20 spots, lottery, apply by Oct 22.
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Clay Cut-Out Play (Ekokkuru Koto)
Ekokkuru Koto (Koto Environmental Learning Center) (Shiomi Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–12:00
Look at soil particles under a microscope, knead soil into your own clay, then cut out shapes and paint them. 24 participants, lottery (Koto residents first); applications must arrive by Oct 20.
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Kids Science College: Math Magic Tricks (Bunkyo City Education Center)
Bunkyo City Education Center (Hongo-sanchome Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–12:00
Learn magic tricks based on arithmetic, for grade 4 to junior high students. 50 places, first come first served (Bunkyo residents/students only).
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Tori-no-Ichi at Kotohira Otori Shrine, Yokohama (1st Rooster Day)
Kotohira Otori Shrine (Magane-cho, Yokohama) (Bandobashi Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–21:30
Yokohama's Tori-no-Ichi fair. Charm stalls 10:00–21:30, food stalls 11:00–21:30 (official info). Roads nearby are closed to traffic 11:00–24:00.
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Keisei Bus Group Thanks Festival 2026
Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 1 (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
Bus displays and ride experiences, mini games, sales of parts from retired buses and original goods, and brass band and dance performances by local groups. 10:00-15:00, free entry.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 7 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
A hands-on environmental fair described as fun for children and adults, held on the 1st, 4th and 10th floors of Chiyoda City Office. 10:00–16:00, free admission. Includes a creature quiz show by WoW Kitsunezaru (11:00, seat tickets from 10:00), a fish quiz show by Sakana no Oniisan Kawa-chan (pre-registration), and booths by 20+ groups such as hand-crank power generation and a solar-powered train. Workshops (aroma spray, herbarium) are pre-registration for people who live, study or work in Chiyoda.
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Come Together! International Family
Daita-Minami Children's Center (Sakura Hanamido) (Shimokitazawa Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 10:30–12:00
A drop-in gathering for families with babies and toddlers who have roots overseas, to share parenting stories from around the world. Booking opens Oct 17; walk-ins welcome.
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Picture Book Science: String Telephones (Minato Science Museum)
Minato City Science Museum, Lab (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 11:20–12:00
Look at all kinds of string telephones in a picture book, then make your own (40 min, 18 children; parents stay close as scissors are used). Lottery closed Oct 13; open seats go first-come until 23:59 the day before.
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Storytime at Shibamata Manabi Koryukan (Nov)
Shibamata Manabi Koryukan (Shibamata Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 14:00–14:30
A storytime for preschoolers and elementary schoolers run by Katsushika libraries. Just come along.
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Multilingual Story Time (Kita-Shinjuku Library)
Kita-Shinjuku Lifelong Learning Center, AV Room (Okubo Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 14:00–15:00
A story time with international students from Indonesia, Tunisia and Myanmar, enjoyable even if you don't understand the languages. Capacity 20, no registration.
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Kurirabo in Koto: Make Your Own LINE Stickers!
Onagigawa Children's Center (Nishi-ojima Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 14:00–16:30
Use digital drawing tools to create LINE sticker images with different expressions and poses. 20 places, lottery if oversubscribed. Apply on the Kurirabo site by Oct 24, 17:00.
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Workshop with Yuka Hamano: Find What You Love (Inariyama Library)
Nerima City Inariyama Library (Oizumi-gakuen Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 14:00–15:00
A children's workshop led by picture-book artist Yuka Hamano about discovering what you love. 30 places by lottery; apply by Oct 25. Free.
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Make a Card Stand from Receipt Roll Cores (Midorigaoka Library)
Meguro City Midorigaoka Library (Midorigaoka Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 14:30–15:30
A Book Week craft: turn used receipt-roll cores into a mini "card stand". 15 places, first come first served from Oct 16 at the library counter or by phone (03-3723-0661).
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Stuffed Animal Storytime (Umeda Library)
Umeda Library 2F, Carpet Corner (Umejima Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) 15:00–15:45
A storytime that children join together with their favorite stuffed animal; bring your own. Up to 10 groups; apply from Oct 10 at the library counter or by phone (03-3840-4646). Reception opens at 14:45.
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Origami Flying Seeds Experiment (Minato City Science Museum)
Minato Science Museum, 1F multipurpose lobby (Toranomon Sta.)
Oct 15 (Thu) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Fold origami models of wind-borne seeds like maple and tree-of-heaven and test how they fly. 10:00-18:00 (last entry 17:45), about 10 minutes, free, no booking.
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Flower and Light Movement at Koganei Park: Autumn Colors Story
Koganei Park (around Ikoi-no-Hiroba and Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum) (Musashi-Koganei Sta.)
Oct 23 (Fri) – Nov 8 (Sun) 17:00–20:00
A free evening light-up that turns Koganei Park into seven chapters of autumn plants, natural-material decorations, light and sound. Workshops such as lantern making (some need booking) and food trucks. Open until 20:30 on weekends and holidays.
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Nerima Traditional Crafts Exhibition: Hands-on Corner (Coconeri)
Coconeri 3F (Nerima Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
Local artisans show their crafts; kids 10+ can try making a shakuhachi flute or Tokyo hand-painted yuzen. Free entry, paid workshops, sign up on the day.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 09:30–20:00
Open until 8 p.m. for two days only (entry until 7 p.m.): keeper talks on nocturnal animals, lit-up sculptures with a guided tour, an outdoor concert on the 8th, and food trucks.
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Nakano Nigiwai Festa 2026 (Autumn)
Around Nakano Station north and south exits (Nakano Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Autumn festival around both exits of Nakano Station: about 30 taiko drum groups, a market of goods from partner towns, shopping-street scratch cards, and stages and fair games at the south exit.
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KIBA FESTA 2026 (Kiba Park)
Kiba Park (Fureai Plaza / Kiba Midoriamu area) (Kiba Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
An autumn park festival with parent-child exercise, running classes, marble mazes and crafts, a market and a mini aquarium. Parent-child exercise on Nov 8 is for ages 1.5–4.
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OTA Fureai Festa 2026 (Ota City 80th Anniversary)
Omori Furusato-no-Hamabe Park, Heiwajima Park, Heiwa-no-Mori Park, Boat Race Heiwajima (Omorikaigan Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
Ota City's festival across four areas. Heiwa-no-Mori Park hosts a special children's area with a petting zoo and bungee experience. At Furusato-no-Hamabe Park, a windmill craft (ages 5-12) runs on Nov 7 and a body-movement workshop (ages 4-12) on Nov 8, about 10 per session, first-come with advance registration.
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Nakano x Suginami x Toshima Anime & Manga Fes 2026 in Suginami
Suginami Kaikan (with Suginami Animation Museum) (Ogikubo Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A free ward festival with screenings, studio talks, hands-on animation booths for families and anime song choirs.
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49th Shibuya Kumin no Hiroba: Furusato Shibuya Festival 2026
Yoyogi Park Event Plaza and other areas (Harajuku Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A community festival run by Shibuya City. About 130 groups, embassies and partner municipalities run tents with food and local products, plus stage shows and sports activities. Parade and Akita dogs on the 7th; ponies and free apples from Iida, Nagano (limited) on the 8th.
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CHANGE TOMORROW 2026 (Chomorrow) Workshop Collection
Tokyo Port City Takeshiba / Waters Takeshiba (Takeshiba Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A two-day festival across the Takeshiba area to experience the future of technology and pop culture. CANVAS's Workshop Collection offers kids' workshops on AI, robots, programming and the environment, plus robot encounters and superhuman sports. Free entry; some programs are paid or need booking.
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GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Gyoen (Landscape Garden and Formal Garden) (Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A participatory environmental festival supporting eco-friendly 'Green Challenge' actions by companies, local governments, groups and citizens. Held Nov 7–8, 10:00–16:00, in Shinjuku Gyoen's landscape and formal gardens. Free with no registration; the garden admission (adults ¥500) applies.
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Suginami Festa 2026
Momoi Harappa Park (also Suginami Kaikan and Momoi Daiichi Elementary School) (Ogikubo Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:30
Suginami Ward's autumn festival at Momoi Harappa Park. Nov 7 10:00-15:30, Nov 8 10:00-15:00. Food and goods stalls, tents from partner towns and countries, sports activities and a stage, plus the Suginami Agriculture Fair, Bread Festival & Sweets Fair, Industry Fair and Taiwan Fair.
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Make the Big Dipper and the Winter Night Sky! (Tamarokuto Science Center)
Tamarokuto Science Center, Science Classroom (Hana-Koganei Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 11:00–15:30
Build an 'open planetarium' tube that shows a starry sky when you look inside, and learn about star distances, brightness and how planetariums work. 12 per session, online first-come (from Oct 16, 10:00).
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Inaribashi Plaza, in front of Shibuya Stream (Shibuya Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 12:00–21:00
Two days of music, food, drinks and play in the plaza beside the Shibuya River. Children and pets are welcome.
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Art Week Tokyo Kids & Youth Workshop: 'Detectives, Collect Everyone's Discoveries!'
AWT BAR (emergence aoyama complex 1F) (Omotesando Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 13:00–17:00
Explore artworks with an art exploration kit, then share the works that stayed with you alongside a facilitator. 15 groups per session, reservation required (deadline Oct 20; lottery results emailed Oct 25).
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Make Translated Picture Books (Nukui Library)
Nerima City Nukui Library (Nakamurabashi Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun) 14:00–15:30
A parent-and-child workshop to make translated picture books for children in Asia, led by staff from the Shanti Volunteer Association. 12 pairs per day by lottery; apply by Oct 18. Free.
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The 50th Tobu Area Festival (Tobu Kumin-kan & Tobu Park)
Tobu Kumin-kan, Tobu Park and surroundings (Mizue Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 09:00–15:00
A 50th-anniversary neighborhood festival in eastern Edogawa, 9:00–15:00: food stalls, stage shows, a parade with drum and brass bands, a stamp rally (first 500) and hands-on play areas. Snack sets for the first 500 children of elementary age or younger. Held rain or shine (parade goes ahead in light rain).
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Nakanomiya Bamboo Grove Kids' Festival (Nerima Forest Kids Festa 2026)
Nakanomiya Bamboo Grove Park (Kasuga-cho, Nerima) (Nerima-kasugacho Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
A kids' festival with ring toss and a treasure hunt in a bamboo grove park. Part of Nerima Forest Kids Festa; may be cancelled in rain.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A hands-on environmental event about ocean plastic: make a kaleidoscope from ocean plastic, play a fishing game, see panels and join a litter-pick challenge. No registration needed.
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32nd Katsushika International Exchange Festival
Katsushika Symphony Hills Annex (Aoto Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:30
An international festival with an Asian café, Korean street stalls, food trucks serving pho, banh mi and kebabs, plus cultural corners such as Chinese games and Korean janggu drum try-outs.
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Ekokkuru Forest Kindergarten: Autumn Forest Exploration (Nuts and Fallen Leaves)
Kiyosumi Park (Kiyosumi-shirakawa Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–11:15
A nature play session for toddlers walking around Kiyosumi Park to find nuts and fallen leaves. Held in light rain. 8 pairs, lottery (Koto residents first); applications must arrive at Ekokkuru Koto by Oct 20.
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Narinomi Festival (Narita Library)
Suginami City Narita Library (Minami-Asagaya Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:40
A children's festival at Narita Library with panel theater, big picture books, warabe-uta songs, finger plays, storytimes, quizzes, drawing songs, a puppet show and film screenings, held in the 2F meeting room and the 1F story room. Some programs give priority to advance applicants; walk-ins join if there is space.
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Adawan Video Workshop: Let's Make a Clay Animation! (9th)
Tokyo Art Center, 2F White Studio (Kita-senju Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
A parent-and-child video workshop by Adachi City. Participants make a stop-motion animation with clay, which can be entered in the 60-second official CM contest "Adawan". Bring a smartphone or tablet. Apply online, by mail or by phone by Oct 28; a lottery is held if oversubscribed.
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Seijo Sakura Children's Center Kids' Festival "Sweets Paradise"
Seijo Sakura Children's Center (Seijogakuen-mae Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:30–14:00
A sweets-themed neighborhood festival for kids with game corners, handmade stalls, a recycling bazaar and food stalls. Tickets for games go on sale at the center from Oct 21.
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Research the Forest! Try Nature Surveys and Woodcutting (Minato Science Museum)
Minato City Science Museum, Lab (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 10:30–15:30
Quizzes on wildlife in Minato's forest in Akiruno, a sensor-camera activity, and sawing thinned logs like a woodcutter (90 min at 10:30 and 14:00, 9 pairs each). Lottery closed Oct 13; open seats go first-come until 23:59 the day before.
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Baby Storytime at Chiyoda Library (November)
Chiyoda Library 10F Children's Room (in Chiyoda City Office) (Kudanshita Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 11:00–11:20
Monthly picture-book reading for babies and toddlers (about 0-2) on the second Sunday. 11:00-11:20, free, no registration needed. Numbers may be limited when crowded.
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kotone yuki Beaded Flower Workshop (Renoveru Omotesando)
Renoveru Omotesando Head Office B1F (Omotesando Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 12:00–17:30
Learn beaded flowers from the basics with artist kotone yuki. 12:00–14:00 hanging plants, 15:00–17:30 tulips. 25 per session; book via the artist's Instagram highlights.
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Arakawa Culture Festival: Invitation to Social Dance
Nippori Sunny Hall (Nippori Sta.)
Nov 8 (Sun) 16:00–19:00
A residents' social (ballroom) dance competition plus performances by Social Dance Federation clubs. Times are provisional.
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Cutlassfish Day Talk with "Sakana no Onii-san" Kawachan & Sea Lion Performance (Sunshine Aquarium)
Sunshine Aquarium, Marine Garden performance stage (outdoor area) (Higashi-ikebukuro Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 11 (Wed) 10:30–11:15
On Nov 7 (Sat) and Nov 11 (Wed), 10:30–11:15, fish presenter Kawachan and keepers talk about cutlassfish, with a cutlassfish quiz for kids, ending with a dance together with Kawachan and the sea lions. The commemorative event runs Oct 9–Nov 15 with coloring displays and a cutlassfish exhibit.
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Meguro Kids' Parenting Day "Megurokko Atsumare"
Meguro City Office 2F Large Conference Room (Naka-meguro Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) 09:45–15:00
A family event for babies to preschoolers: puppet show and big-book reading by nursery staff, simple toy-making, a ball pool and height/weight measuring. Morning 9:45-11:45, afternoon 13:00-15:00. Entry may be limited.
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Toddler Playtime at Nozawa Children's Center: Sand Play
Nozawa Children's Center (Sangenjaya Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) 10:30–11:30
A gathering for toddlers who have just started walking and their parents; sand play in the yard (indoors if it rains).
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Storytime for Toddlers (Nakameguro Children's Center)
Nakameguro Children's Center (Naka-meguro Sta.)
Nov 12 (Thu) 10:30–11:30
Storytelling for ages 1-3 and their parents by a local reading group. 10:30-11:30, 20 families by phone booking from two weeks before; walk-ins if space remains.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 13 (Fri) 10:30–13:00
An outdoor play day for babies, toddlers and parents: a cart loaded with toys comes to Jidayubori Park. 10:30-13:00, free, no registration — just come along. Next session: Dec 4.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 6 (Fri) – Nov 14 (Sat) 11:00–12:00
A kids' workshop to mix your own color and turn it into a pen. Two sessions: Fri Nov 6 18:00–19:00 and Sat Nov 14 11:00–12:00. Details and booking on Peatix.
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Yokohama Cocoon Square 2026: YOKOHAMA SILK FESTIVAL
Yokohama City Hall 1F Atrium (Bashamichi Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Nov 14 (Sat) 11:00–17:00
The 11th silk festival on silk and the history of Yokohama, once a major raw-silk port: a symposium, joint guided tours, the Yokohama Scarf AWARD and a silk fashion concert. 11:00–17:00, free entry. Held indoors in the City Hall atrium, so it goes ahead in rain.
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Tama Zoo Autumn School: Become an Asian Elephant Expert! (Grades 4-6)
Tama Zoological Park (Tama-dobutsu-koen Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 09:00–15:00
For grades 4-6: tour and observe the elephant house and try keeper tasks such as cleaning and preparing food. 16 places; apply by Oct 22, 23:59 via the form on Tokyo Zoo Net's Tama page (lottery). Only the registered child takes part; parents may watch the last hour. Bring lunch, water, boots, hat, towel, work gloves, rain gear and a pencil case; no cameras.
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Tama Zoo Autumn School: Let's Become Asian Elephant Experts!
Tama Zoological Park (Tama-dobutsu-koen Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 09:00–15:00
A school for 4th to 6th graders at Tama Zoological Park. Children try cleaning the Asian elephant barn and preparing food. 16 places; apply via the Tokyo Zoonet form by 23:59 on Oct 22 (lottery, results by Oct 29). Parents and siblings may only watch at the end.
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Kids PC Class: Make New Year's Cards on a Computer (Bunkyo City Education Center)
Bunkyo City Education Center (Hongo-sanchome Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 09:30–11:00
Elementary and junior high students design New Year's greeting cards on a PC. 14 places by lottery; apply by Oct 26 (Bunkyo residents/students only).
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Nicowa Shin-Koiwa Festival 2026
Nicowa Shin-Koiwa (Shin-Koiwa Community Center) (Shin-Koiwa Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–16:10
Dance and music by local groups, crafts and paintings on show and for sale, and produce from Hanawa, Fukushima. A kids and parenting fair runs alongside. No registration needed.
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24th Mizumoto Park WAKATE Festa
Mizumoto Park (Central Plaza & Memorial Plaza area) (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
An autumn festival in Mizumoto Park run by Katsushika's young business owners' group, with music on the outdoor stage and more. Postponed to Nov 15 if it rains.
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Animal Welfare Festival (Outdoor Event)
Ueno Park, around Shinobazu Pond (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
Winning entries from the animal welfare poster and national pet photo contests, stage events, a stamp rally and more. Held together with the Japan Veterinary Medical Association's Animal Thanksgiving Day.
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Nature Discovery: Nuts, Migratory Birds and Autumn Insects (Ekokkuru Koto)
Sarue Onshi Park (meet at the clock tower) (Sumiyoshi Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–12:00
Walk through autumn Sarue Park to see nuts, migratory birds and insects getting ready for winter. 25 places, lottery (Koto residents first); apply by Oct 20.
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Autumn Umi-no-Mori Festival (Umi-no-Mori Park)
Umi-no-Mori Park (Tsudoi Meadow & Fureai Woods) (Shin-Kiba Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–17:00
Family activities including a petting zoo, sports such as Dodgebee, inflatable play, crafts, a giant 1-hectare dog run and a creature hunt. A conservation and learning program with insect YouTuber Mushioka Daiki needs advance application (about 25 per session, lottery). Free shuttle buses run from Tokyo Teleport and Shin-Kiba stations.
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Parent-Child Science Class: Kitchen Science (Bunkyo City Education Center)
Bunkyo City Education Center (Hongo-sanchome Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 10:00–15:30
Science experiments with kitchen items for grades 1-3 and a parent. Two sessions, 18 pairs each by lottery; apply by Oct 26 (Bunkyo residents/students only).
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Kyogen on the Lawn at Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens
Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens (lawn by the Western-style house) (Yushima Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 13:00–15:40
Traditional kyogen comedy performed on the lawn in front of the Meiji-era Western-style mansion. Two shows at 13:00 and 15:00 (about 40 min each), no reservation needed. Moves indoors if it rains.
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Minato Nature Walk: Autumn Wildlife Hunt (Institute for Nature Study)
Institute for Nature Study (National Museum of Nature and Science) (Shirokanedai Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 13:00–15:00
Observe birds, insects and plants at the Institute for Nature Study. For Minato residents/workers/students, elementary age and up with a guardian; 30 places by lottery, apply by Oct 25.
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Dog Manners Class (Mizumoto Park)
Mizumoto Park, former Youth Hostel site (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 13:00–15:00
A free outdoor class with talks and games on walking manners for dog owners; phone booking required.
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Edogawa Natural Zoo Talk: Here Come the Animals! (Kasai Library)
Kasai Library 3F AV Room (Kasai Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 14:00–15:00
Keepers from Edogawa Natural Zoo answer questions on how to make friends with small animals. Wear clothes that can get dirty. 30 places; apply by phone or at the counter from Oct 17, 15:00.
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Minato City Kids' Club Festival 2026
Shinmei Ikiiki Plaza, 6F gym (Hamamatsucho Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 14:30–16:30
Local children's groups run booths such as target shooting, bread fishing, paper airplane making and a fire extinguisher experience. Bring indoor shoes.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 14 (Sat) 15:00–15:30
A storytime for preschoolers with a panel theater and handbell music. No booking; just come along.
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Ota City 80th Anniversary Peace Prayer Fireworks 2026
Tama River bank (Nishi-Rokugo 4-chome, Ota) (Rokugodote Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) 17:00–18:00
Fireworks marking the 80th anniversary of Ota City. The stage starts at 17:00 and fireworks are planned from 17:30 to 18:00. Cancelled in stormy weather; the decision is announced by 11:00 on the day on the city website. About 5 minutes on foot from Keikyu Rokugodote Station; watch from the Ota side of the river.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 14 (Sat) – Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–20:00
A festival of Spanish food, music and dance, with paella cooked in a giant pan and a sevillanas contest. Held in rain; cancelled in stormy weather.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 14 (Sat) – Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
An outdoor event where children aged 0 to 18 can try arts and culture: hands-on booths by companies and groups, live performances, an outdoor cinema and food trucks. Entry is free with no registration; some workshops charge a fee.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 14 (Sat) – Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
An outdoor event for kids aged 0–18 to try arts and culture: hands-on booths by companies and groups, live performances, an open-air cinema and food trucks. Organized by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Arts Council Tokyo; program may change or be cancelled due to weather.
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Yuinomori Festival: Let's be a Hero
Yuinomori Arakawa, Yuinomori Hall (1F) (Machiya Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–12:00
A library festival planned by teen staff, with booths for picture-book reading, riddle solving, capsule-toy book hunts, bookmark fishing and plush-toy photos. Open to all; last entry 11:30.
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First Bicycle Class for Kids, Session 6 (Ota City, PiO)
Ota City Industrial Plaza PiO, Large Exhibition Hall (Keikyu-Kamata Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–15:30
Instructors teach how to ride a bicycle plus traffic rules and manners. Two sessions (10:00-12:00, 13:30-15:30), 14 places each, first-come; applications Oct 30 11:00 to Nov 6 10:00. Bring your own bike and helmet with an inspection slip from a Cycle Base Asahi shop in Ota. For Ota residents aged 4 to elementary school.
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Edogawa Arts Festival: Autumn Yoga Festival
Tower Hall Funabori 5F Small Hall (Funabori Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
Try a range of yoga classes, from parent-and-child yoga to chair yoga for seniors. Apply by Nov 13 via web form, email, fax or postcard.
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Mirai Tankyu Festa 2026 (Shinjuku Station West Exit Plaza)
Shinjuku Station West Exit Plaza Event Corner (Shinjuku Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
An eco hands-on event for elementary school children hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Environment. Twelve booths and a stage offer seed-ball making, T-shirt upcycling, recycled-paper postcards, space-exploration robots, soap making and more. Advance lottery booking until Oct 28; same-day web booking also available.
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Make Glowing Slime! (Minato City Science Museum)
Minato City Science Museum, Lab (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 10:30–14:20
A lab class to make slime that glows. Sessions 10:30-11:20 and 13:30-14:20. November lottery event, reservation required (check the official page for availability). For elementary, junior high and high school students.
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Meguro International Exchange Festival 2026
Nakameguro GT (plaza and B1 hall) (Naka-meguro Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 11:00–16:00
Meguro City's international exchange festival. The plaza stage has choirs, a traditional-costume fashion show and yosakoi dance by international parent-child teams. Embassies sell goods from their countries and food trucks serve dishes from around the world; the B1 hall has a world picture book display and a quiz rally. Held rain or shine.
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Become a Tomato Expert! Tomato Secrets and the Future of Farming (Tamarokuto Science Center)
Tamarokuto Science Center Event Hall (Hana-Koganei Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 13:00–14:00
Parents and children hear University of Tokyo researchers talk about tomato varieties, their secrets and the future of agriculture. 24 groups, up to 3 per group. Online first-come (from Oct 24, 10:00).
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Old-Time Craft Demonstration: "Sheep" (Next Year's Zodiac) (Suginami Local History Museum)
Suginami Local History Museum (old farmhouse) (Eifukucho Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 13:30–15:30
Straw-craft demonstration in the old farmhouse, timed with lighting the irori hearth. On Nov 15 a straw "sheep" for next year's zodiac is made (demonstration only, not hands-on). No advance application; just come to the venue.
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Picture Book Play Time: Taste of Autumn (Shakujii Park Furusato Museum)
Shakujii Park Furusato Museum (Shakujii-koen Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 14:00–14:45
An autumn-themed picture book session for children up to elementary age and their parents. Free, 50 places, book by phone.
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Make a Noren Curtain for Some no Komichi: Stencil-Dyeing Workshop (Shimo-Ochiai Library)
Shinjuku City Shimo-Ochiai Library Multipurpose Room (Shimo-Ochiai Sta.)
Nov 15 (Sun) 14:00–15:30
Stencil-dye a cloth with an instructor from Ochiai's dyeing district; the pieces are later displayed at the Some no Komichi festival. 10 places, first come first served from Oct 28 at the library counter or by phone.
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Let's enjoy ORIGAMI (Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center)
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center 7F (Asakusa Sta.)
Nov 17 (Tue) 13:00–16:00
A monthly origami session on the third Tuesday at the tourist center opposite Kaminarimon. About 15 minutes each, no reservation needed. Easy for overseas visitors too.
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Wakabayashi Children's Center "Let's Find Autumn!" (Wakabayashi Park)
Wakabayashi Park (Wakabayashi Children's Center if rain) (Wakabayashi Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) – Nov 18 (Wed) 10:30–11:30
A parent-and-toddler session in Wakabayashi Park: collect leaves and acorns, then make crafts and hold a little fashion show. Wed Nov 11 and 18, 10:30–11:30, meet and finish at the park. If it rains, play with equipment at the children's center. Advance registration is indicated; contact the center (03-3412-6413).
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Nozawa Children's Center Toddler Hour: "Let's Play in the Ground"
Nozawa Children's Center (Sangenjaya Sta.)
Nov 18 (Wed) 10:30–11:30
A gathering for toddlers who have just started walking and their parents, to play together and share information. This day is outdoor play on the grounds (indoors if it rains). 10:30–11:30, free.
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Tori-no-Ichi Fair at Otori Shrine, Asakusa
Otori Shrine (Asakusa) (Iriya Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 19 (Thu) 00:00–24:00
The famous rake fair at Otori Shrine, said to be where Tori-no-Ichi began. In 2026 it is held on Nov 7 and Nov 19, running 24 hours from the midnight drum, with stalls selling lucky kumade rakes.
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Chokokuji Temple Tori-no-Ichi (Second Rooster Day), Asakusa
Chokokuji Temple (Senzoku, Asakusa) (Iriya Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 00:00–24:00
The second Rooster Day at Chokokuji, open from midnight to midnight with lucky rakes, amulets and food stalls. Some amulet prices have been revised this year.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Hanahata Ootori Shrine (Second Rooster Day)
Ootori Shrine (Hanahata, Adachi) (Rokucho Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 05:00–24:00
The Tori-no-Ichi rooster fair (Second Rooster Day) at Ootori Shrine in Hanahata, Adachi, said to be the birthplace of the fair. Open from 5:00 to around 24:00. A temporary parking lot is available, with a shuttle bus to the shrine from 9:00 to 21:00. Tobu buses run from Rokucho Station.
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Meguro Otori Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (Second Rooster Day)
Otori Shrine (Meguro) (Meguro Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 08:00–22:00
Second Tori-no-Ichi day at Otori Shrine in Meguro. Lucky kumade rake charms are offered from about 8:00 to 22:00. Kiyari chanting by the Edo Firefighters Memorial Association around 10:10, and kagura and the kumade dance from 19:00.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Kasai Shrine, Katsushika (2nd Rooster Day)
Kasai Shrine (Higashi-Kanamachi, Katsushika) (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 08:00–22:00
The Tori-no-Ichi fair at Kasai Shrine in Higashi-Kanamachi, Katsushika. Held from 8:00 to around 22:00 according to the shrine.
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Yotsuya Suga Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (Second Rooster Day)
Suga Shrine (Yotsuya) (Yotsuya Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 09:00–22:00
Second rooster day of the Otori shrine festival within Suga Shrine in Yotsuya. Lucky kumade charms are offered 9:00–22:00 (1,000 yen with broom, 800 yen kakkome). Each charm comes with one draw in a lucky lottery. Stalls line the grounds, with dedicatory dances at the kagura stage.
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Azabu-Juban Juban Inari Shrine Tori-no-Ichi (Second Rooster Day)
Juban Inari Shrine (Azabu-juban Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 09:00–23:00
Second Tori-no-Ichi day at Juban Inari Shrine, right next to Exit 7 of Azabu-juban Station. From 9:00 to around 23:00, kumade rake charms and lucky wallets are offered all day; kumade start at 1,000 yen. A limited goshuin stamp (pre-written, 500 yen) is available only on this day.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Mamai Katori Shrine, Shin-Koiwa (2nd Rooster Day)
Mamai Katori Shrine (Chuo, Edogawa) (Shin-Koiwa Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 09:00–21:00
The Tori-no-Ichi fair at Mamai Katori Shrine near Shin-Koiwa, 9:00–21:00. On the last Rooster Day the Hikime-mai ritual is held at 19:00 and 19:30.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 19 (Thu) 09:30–13:30
An outdoor play space where babies, toddlers and parents can relax in nature, run by the NPO Mother Tree Nature School. No reservation, free. Check the official Instagram in case of rain.
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Tori-no-Ichi at Kotohira Otori Shrine, Yokohama (2nd Rooster Day)
Kotohira Otori Shrine (Magane-cho, Yokohama) (Bandobashi Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) 10:00–21:30
Yokohama's Tori-no-Ichi fair. Charm stalls 10:00–21:30, food stalls 11:00–21:30 (official info). Roads nearby are closed to traffic 11:00–24:00.
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28th Edogawa Industry Fair (Sangyo Tokimeki Fair)
Tower Hall Funabori (Funabori Sta.)
Nov 20 (Fri) – Nov 21 (Sat) 10:00–17:00
Exhibits of products and technology from local companies, plus hands-on making workshops. No registration needed.
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Kowa-yaki Pottery Painting (Koiwa Library)
Koiwa Library 4F AV Room (Koiwa Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) 10:30–15:00
Learn about Kowa-yaki ware from Edogawa traditional craft artisans and paint an unglazed plate. Two sessions (10:30-12:00, 13:30-15:00), 10 each; sign up at the 3F counter from Nov 1, 9:00.
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Detective Conan Art Fireworks 2026 (Yokohama, Yamashita Pier)
Yamashita Pier (Motomachi-Chukagai Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) 13:00–19:30
Fireworks choreographed to Detective Conan music. Gates and the goods/food areas open at 13:00, fireworks 17:00-17:45, venue closes at 19:30. All seats reserved and ticketed (wheelchair seats available; preschoolers without a seat free). Held rain or shine; canceled in stormy weather.
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Kurilabo in Koto: Make a Light-Up Keychain
Onagigawa Children's Center (Nishi-ojima Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) 14:00–16:30
Connect an LED and a button battery into a circuit, learn how light works, and take home a glowing keychain. 20 children (lottery if oversubscribed); apply on the Kurilabo site Oct 21 0:00 - Nov 7 17:00.
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Kids Festival Little (Matsue Library)
Matsue Civic Plaza 2F Meeting Rooms 1-2 (Ichinoe Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) 14:00–16:00
A children's play event with games including e-sports, run by library staff with local partners. Just come on the day; about 50 places.
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Parent-and-Child Storytime "Petit Exercise" (Yayoi Library)
Chuo-Honcho Community Learning Center 2F, Study Room 1 (Umejima Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) 15:00–16:00
A parent-and-child storytime by Yayoi Library. Families listen to kamishibai picture-card stories and move together while imagining the story, with coordination exercises and sign language. Wear comfortable clothes. Same-day registration, 15 people.
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47th Hachioji Ginkgo Festival
Ginkgo avenue on Koshu Kaido (Oiwakecho to Kobotoke checkpoint ruins / Ryokai Bridge) (Nishi-Hachioji Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Nov 22 (Sun) 09:00–16:30
A festival along about 4 km of ginkgo trees lining the Koshu Kaido road. The program will be announced on the official site once decided.
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TOKYO Shukakusai 2026 (Tokyo Harvest Festival)
Tokyo International Forum, Ground Plaza & Lobby Gallery (Yurakucho Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Nov 22 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Government's food and tourism fair with local specialties from across Tokyo, food trucks with regional dishes, and local sake, shochu and craft beer. Also traditional craft demonstrations, family workshops and a footbath.
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Wanko to NAKAYOKU Night at Sanrio Puroland
Sanrio Puroland (Tama-Center Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Nov 22 (Sun) 19:00–22:00
A night event to enjoy Puroland after hours, reserved for you and your dog, with group photos and greetings with Pompompurin. A dog is required, and proof of vaccination is needed.
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Minato Mirai Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Ride (November)
Yokohama Hammerhead Parking Lot 3 (Bashamichi Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 06:30–08:30
An early-morning chance to ride a tethered hot-air balloon in Minato Mirai. Sun Nov 22, 6:30-8:30; about 5 minutes including boarding. Advance booking required (bookings for Nov 22 open Oct 22 at 8:00). Children must ride with a guardian. May be suspended or canceled due to weather.
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Chihuahua EXPO 2026 AUTUMN (Eeno no Mori Dog Garden)
Eeno no Mori Dog Garden (Yumenoshima, Koto) (Shin-Kiba Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 09:00–16:00
A dog event where owners of Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes can meet, with a Chihuahua goods market. Held rain or shine (cancelled in storms). Each dog needs a ticket too.
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Fun Train Day at Niijuku Traffic Park (Nov)
Niijuku Traffic Park (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A special train runs around the traffic park and you can ride it. Break from noon to 13:00. Cancelled if it rains.
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Shinkawa Hyakki Yako (Night Parade of Yokai)
Shinkawa Sakura-kan (Funabori Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 10:00–16:30
Yokai parade along the Shinkawa canal from 15:00, yokai boat rides, a yokai fashion show and talk, and a ghost-story session.
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Find the Chirimen Monsters! Make Your Own Specimen (Minato City Science Museum)
Minato City Science Museum, Lab (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 10:30–15:30
Observe the tiny sea creatures mixed in with dried baby sardines and make your own specimen (10:30 and 14:30, 60 min each, 18 per session). The lottery closed Oct 13; any remaining seats can be booked first-come until the day before.
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Marriage For All Festival
Shimokita Senrogai Akichi (open lot) (Shimokitazawa Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 11:00–19:00
A festival on marriage equality by Marriage For All Japan on 'Good Couple Day', with food, booths and talk shows on stage. Hours are tentative.
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Kitchen Science: Make a Color Magic Cake (Tamarokuto Science Center)
Tamarokuto Science Center, Science Classroom (Hana-Koganei Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 13:30–15:30
Use the anthocyanin pigment in blueberry jam to see colors change with acidity and alkalinity, then bake a three-color pound cake. Lottery, applications must arrive by Nov 9. No allergy accommodations.
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CANDY DISCO Kids Disco (Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbo-Park)
Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbo-Park (near Tenbo Hill) (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) 13:30–18:00
A kids' disco with DJ music and activities for playing and learning. Two parts, 13:30–15:00 and 16:30–18:00; no booking needed.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 1 (Sun) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 06:00–16:30
One of Bunkyo's five flower festivals: chrysanthemum dolls, cascades and thousand-bloom displays fill the grounds of Yushima Tenmangu. Open 6:00 to sunset. Health checks on weekends and holidays; tourism PR and goods on Nov 7–8.
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Pompompurin Wan Wan Biyori at Tama Central Park
Tama Central Park (Tama-Center Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 10:00–17:00
Co-hosted by FLAFFY and Sanrio Puroland: a dog market, Pompompurin greetings you can join with your dog, stage shows and a dog run. Some areas require a dog, others are off-limits to dogs. Times are tentative.
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12th Metropolitan Zoos Africa Fair (Tama Zoo)
Tama Zoological Park (Tama-dobutsu-koen Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 09:30–16:00
African country booths, a BALANGOMA concert, an interactive dance stage, an African stamp rally and face painting. Opening ceremony with Osman Sankon on the 22nd.
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Zutto Issho! Smile Festa (rescue dog & cat adoption and more)
TFT Hall 500 (Ariake) (Kokusai-Tenjijo Sta.)
Nov 22 (Sun) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 10:00–16:00
By the Japan Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: dog and cat adoption sessions (11:00-15:30 each day), talk shows, a family musical and disaster-prep workshops. No pets allowed in the venue.
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Yorkie Festival 2026 AUTUMN (Eeno no Mori Dog Garden)
Eeno no Mori Dog Garden (Yumenoshima, Koto) (Shin-Kiba Sta.)
Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 09:00–16:00
A holiday dog festival for owners of Yorkshire Terriers and Yorkie mixes, with a Yorkie goods market. Held rain or shine (cancelled in storms). Each dog needs a ticket too.
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Green Parenting Plaza: Autumn Nature Explorers (Kameido Chuo Park)
Kameido Chuo Park, Area B (Kameido Sta.)
Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 10:00–11:30
An outdoor play session for toddlers and parents, exploring the park to find signs of autumn. 50 people, first come; apply online from Nov 5. Held rain or shine; no strollers.
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Ramsar Listing 8th Anniversary Event (Kasai Kaihin Park)
Kasai Kaihin Park, West Beach (Kasai-Rinkai-Koen Sta.)
Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 10:00–15:00
Panel displays, a stamp rally and crafts for families (no booking), plus bird-watching and tidal-flat nature walks (advance booking) at the Ramsar-listed Kasai Kaihin Park. 10:00-15:00, all free.
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Wheelchair Basketball Class (Shinjuku City × Yoshimoto Sports Experience Project)
Shinjuku Sports Center (Nishi-Waseda Sta.)
Nov 23 (Mon, holiday) 13:00–14:45
A parent-and-child para-sports class led by a former Paralympic silver medalist and a former wheelchair basketball player. 25 pairs (50 people); apply by Nov 2, 15:00 by phone, postcard, fax or the city website (lottery if oversubscribed).
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Koishikawa Korakuen Special Night Opening
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens (enter via West Gate) (Iidabashi Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Nov 24 (Tue) 18:00–21:00
Light-up of the garden (incl. snow-suspension ropes) and projection mapping on the Engetsu-kyo bridge and earthen wall. Buying the night ticket in advance is recommended (last entry 20:00). Tea house and kitchen cars on site.
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Nozawa Children's Center Toddler Hour: Birthday Party
Nozawa Children's Center (Sangenjaya Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) 10:30–11:30
A gathering for toddlers who have just started walking and their parents, to play together and share information. This day is a birthday party. 10:30–11:30, free, in the playroom and other rooms of the center.
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Shih Tzu Festival 2026 AUTUMN (Eeno no Mori Dog Garden)
Eeno no Mori Dog Garden (Yumenoshima, Koto) (Shin-Kiba Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) 09:00–16:00
An autumn dog festival for owners of Shih Tzus and Shih Tzu mixes, with a goods market. Held rain or shine (cancelled in storms). Door tickets may stop if advance tickets sell out.
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Wakuwaku Nature Explorers: Ekokkuru Koto Edition
Ekokkuru Koto biotope (Shiomi Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) 09:30–11:30
Explore seasonal nature in the Ekokkuru Koto biotope with naturalist Hiroshi Sasaki, through quizzes and talks. 15 parent-child pairs, lottery (Koto residents first); apply by Oct 20. Held in light rain.
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3rd Harue Fes: Welfare Experience Stamp Rally
Harue Elementary School, Edogawa (Ichinoe Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) 10:00–16:00
An event with band performances and a stamp rally around welfare experience booths, organized by the Hohoemi Mirai Project committee. 300 people, first come first served on the day.
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3rd Chuo City Harumi Festival
Harumi Community Center 'Harumirai' & Harumi Pier Park (Kachidoki Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) 10:00–15:00
Fair-game corner (reservation needed), candle crafts with children's center staff, kids' mikoshi carrying, projection-mapping movement games, inflatables and a mini train. Held rain or shine (may be cancelled depending on conditions).
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ARAKAWA KIRAKIRA PARADE (November)
Arakawa Yuen amusement park (Kumanomae Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) 17:00–17:30
The monthly evening parade at Arakawa Yuen amusement park. In November it starts at 17:00 on Saturday the 28th. Park admission is required.
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Edogawa Book Exploration Stamp Rally
12 Edogawa public libraries and 6 local bookstores (Shin-Koiwa Sta.)
Oct 27 (Tue) – Nov 29 (Sun) 09:00–21:30
Collect stamps at Edogawa's public libraries and local bookstores to win Edoriver badges and a reading bag.
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Autumn Leaves Festival & Autumn Night Walk 2026 (Showa Kinen Park)
Showa Kinen Park (Nishi-Tachikawa Sta.)
Oct 29 (Thu) – Nov 29 (Sun) 09:30–21:00
The ginkgo avenues along the Canal and Katarai paths and the maples of the Japanese Garden are lit up from 16:30 to 20:30. The Japanese Garden at night needs a separate ticket (Oct 29–31 park admission only). At night, entry is via the Nishi-Tachikawa and Tachikawa gates only.
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Yakushiike Autumn Leaves Festival (Machida)
Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori, Yakushi Pond (Machida Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun) 06:00–18:00
Autumn leaves at Yakushi Pond. Nov 14–29 the park stays open until 20:00 with night illumination and a mist 'sea of clouds' show (hourly 10:00–19:00). Free guided tours on Nov 21–23, 28 and 29 (13:30 and 15:30, about 1 hour). Public transport is recommended as parking gets crowded.
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Japan Wanko Festa 2026 Autumn in Odaiba
Symbol Promenade Park Central Plaza & Promenade, Odaiba (Daiba Sta.)
Nov 27 (Fri) – Nov 29 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A dog festival to enjoy with your dog: pet goods shops from across Japan, a dog run, breed meetups, photo booths with your dog and dog-friendly food trucks.
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Wan-Fes.with 2026: A Festival to Enjoy with Your Dog
National Olympics Memorial Youth Center (Sangubashi Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A dog festival where your dog can sit next to you in an indoor hall normally closed to dogs to watch the stage. Also a dog marathon, runway, disaster-preparedness seminar and manners class.
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Tokyo Canicross 2026 (Dog Marathon)
Mizumoto Park Central Plaza (Kanamachi Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) 09:00–16:00
A dog marathon where you run 1.5 km or 3 km on grass with your dog. Free to watch, with a market and food trucks from 10:00. A vet is on site. Held rain or shine.
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Setagaya Art Festival: Multilingual Workshop for Parents and Kids (Tamagawa Kumin Kaikan)
Tamagawa Kumin Kaikan (Tamagawa Seseragi Hall), 4F Rooms 4-5 (Todoroki Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) 10:00–11:30
A parent-and-child workshop for listening to and imitating the sounds of many languages, not just English (3rd of 3 sessions). Advance booking, first come first served (NPO Tagengo Hiroba CELULAS).
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The 46th Seinen Carnival (Komatsugawa Elementary School)
Komatsugawa Elementary School grounds and nearby (Hirai Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) 11:00–18:00
An autumn community festival in the Komatsugawa-Hirai area, 11:00 to about 18:00: food stalls run by neighborhood associations, taiko and dance on stage, a lantern-mikoshi procession from 16:30 and a prize draw at 17:00. Stamp rally for children of elementary age or younger (first 150). Held in rain (some parts may be cancelled).
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Storytime at Kanda Machikado Library (November)
Kanda Machikado Library (in Kanda Sakura-kan) (Ogawamachi Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) 11:00–11:15
Picture-book reading and traditional children's songs for babies to elementary schoolers and their parents. 11:00-11:15, free. Numbers may be limited when crowded.
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Parent-Child Design Workshop: Make an Advent Calendar
Yoga Community Hall, Meeting Room 2 (Yoga Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) 13:30–15:30
A design workshop where parents and kids make an advent calendar to count down to Christmas. 12 pairs; apply via Google Form (deadline Nov 16; waitlist when full).
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Tenbo-Park Autumn Sky Play: Weekday Workshops (Sunshine 60 Observatory)
Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbo-Park, event space (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Sep 10 (Thu) – Nov 30 (Mon) 11:00–15:00
Weekday workshops for ages 3–5 from opening until 15:00. October features crafts such as a fruit basket; November's seasonal content will be announced officially.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) – Dec 5 (Sat) 09:00–17:00
Autumn events at a maple garden. Paper-cutting performance on Nov 3 (11:30, 13:30), snow-rope (yukitsuri) making viewing on Nov 14 (10:30, 13:30; Nov 15 if rain), food trucks Nov 20–23, the Momiji-tei teahouse shutters opened for a 'best seat in the villa garden' Nov 21–23, and a classical concert on Dec 5 (11:30, 14:00). Last entry 16:30.
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Kurirabo in Koto: Design Your Own Business Card
Onagigawa Children's Center (Nishi-ojima Sta.)
Dec 5 (Sat) 14:00–16:30
Kids design a business card for their 'future job,' choosing colors, text and layout, and take it home. 20 places (lottery if oversubscribed); apply on the Kurirabo site Nov 1–21 (until 17:00).
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Tokyo Metropolitan 9 Gardens Autumn Leaves Stamp Rally 2026
9 Tokyo Metropolitan Gardens (Kiyosumi, Rikugien, Hama-rikyu, Kyu-Furukawa, etc.) (Kiyosumi-shirakawa Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 09:00–17:00
A stamp rally around nine gardens: Hama-rikyu, Kyu-Shiba-rikyu, Koishikawa Korakuen, Rikugien, Kyu-Iwasaki-tei, Mukojima-Hyakkaen, Kiyosumi, Kyu-Furukawa and Tonogayato. Cards are handed out at each garden (one per person, while supplies last). Depending on the number of stamps, you get original garden or JR East goods or a lottery entry. Last entry 16:30.
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ZEN NIGHT TOKYO (Tokyo National Museum Garden)
Tokyo National Museum Garden (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 14 (Wed) – Dec 6 (Sun) 17:30–19:30
Night opening of the Tokyo National Museum garden with illuminated autumn leaves around the pond and walking meditation. 17:30–19:30, until 21:00 on Fri/Sat; ticket includes the Daitokuji special exhibition.
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Kyu-Furukawa Gardens "Autumn Leaves and Roses, Japanese and Western Autumn"
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens (Kami-Nakazato Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 09:00–17:00
An autumn event at a garden where you can see autumn leaves and autumn roses together. Koto and pan flute concerts on Nov 28 at 12:00 and 15:00 (canceled in rain), and a rose fragrance workshop on Nov 24 (advance registration, 40 people). Also a temporary Rose Garden Market shop and a digital stamp rally. Last entry 16:30.
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Koishikawa Korakuen: Enjoying the Mountain Autumn Leaves
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens (Iidabashi Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 09:00–17:00
A daytime autumn-leaves program at Koishikawa Korakuen (from the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association event list). Separate from the special night opening.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 17:30–21:00
Maples and pond reflections lit up at Mejiro Garden, 17:30–21:00 (last entry 20:30), with projection mapping on the tea house from Dec 1. Reservations needed until 19:00 on Nov 21–23, 28–29 and until 18:00 on Dec 5–6.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 25 (Wed) – Dec 6 (Sun) 18:00–20:30
Light-up of the autumn-colored Japanese garden, with new projection mapping on the storehouse and bamboo grove, matcha tea houses, and food stalls/kitchen cars. The garden closes at 17:00 and reopens at 18:00; last entry 19:30. Daily tickets are limited; online ticket holders use a priority lane.
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Try Samurai Sword Fighting! Parent-Child & Kids Classes (Edo Machi Taito Geirakusai)
Asakusa Public Hall, Meeting Room 3 (Asakusa Sta.)
Nov 29 (Sun) – Dec 6 (Sun) 11:00–18:00
A beginner workshop on period-drama sword choreography with fight director Kenichiro Inoue. Parent-child class 11:00, kids 14:00, general 16:30. Book by phone with Asakusa Public Hall from Oct 25, 9:00 (first come).
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J-WAVE presents INSPIRE TOKYO 2026 WINTER -Best Music & Market-
Yoyogi Park Event Plaza and LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (Harajuku Sta.)
Dec 4 (Fri) – Dec 6 (Sun) 11:00–21:00
J-WAVE's urban culture festival, with the wine-and-food area "813 wine club." by WONK's Kento Nagatsuka and the meat-food area "Nice To Meat U" picked by DJ TARO. Weekdays 15:00–21:00, weekends 11:00–21:00.
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Mt. Takao Autumn Leaves Festival 2026
Mt. Takao (Kiyotaki Station plaza and around) (Takaosanguchi Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 08:00–17:00
On Oct 24 from 10:00 there is a fire ritual (saito goma) at the Kiyotaki Station plaza. During the festival, a limited lottery runs at the Takaosanguchi Tourist Information Center (Oct–Nov 8:00–17:00, Dec until 16:00). On Fridays, weekends and holidays from Nov 1 to Dec 6, the cable car line is lit up from sunset to 20:30.
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Float Down with Air Power! Parachute Craft (Minato Science Museum)
Minato Science Museum, 1F multipurpose lobby (Toranomon Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
A drop-in table science activity where you build a parachute and feel the force of air. About 15 minutes, around 5 people per round, no booking (last entry 15:45). Weekends and holidays in Nov-Dec.
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Winter Gishi-sai Festival 2026 (Sengakuji Temple)
Sengakuji Temple (Sengakuji Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 14 (Mon) 07:00–20:00
Sengakuji's winter festival for the 47 Ronin, open 7:00-20:00 on all three days. The Gishi procession arrives around 15:30 on Dec 14, and a free gagaku concert is held in the main hall from 18:00 on Dec 12.
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Parent-Child Futsal Class (Bunkyo City)
Bunkyo Sports Center (Myogadani Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) – Dec 19 (Sat) 09:15–11:45
Try futsal with your child, coached by Tokyo United FC (choose Nov 28 or Dec 19). Preschool course 9:15, grades 1–2 course 10:45. 20 pairs each, lottery; apply online Oct 10–Nov 1. For Bunkyo residents, workers or students with no soccer experience.
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Autumn Foliage Digital Stamp Rally (Jindai Botanical Gardens & Jindaiji)
Jindai Botanical Gardens & around Jindaiji (Chofu Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
A digital stamp rally around the autumn leaves of Jindai Botanical Gardens and Jindaiji Temple. Walk with the official digital map open and GPS on; 1,000 points earn a gift (first 200 people each month), and 3,333 points earn an extra present from the gardens. The gardens are open 9:30–17:00 (last entry 16:00), closed Mondays.
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Jump Festa 2027
Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 1-9 and 11 (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:00–17:00
The annual year-end event for Weekly Shonen Jump titles with stage shows, merchandise and original-art displays. 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30). Entry is by invitation via app application Nov 2–16; preschoolers may enter without a ticket, one per guardian.
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ARAKAWA KIRAKIRA PARADE (December)
Arakawa Yuen amusement park (Kumanomae Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 17:00–17:30
A parade of electric bicycles decked out in illuminations, riding through the amusement park with music. Starts at 17:00 and lasts about 30 minutes; cancelled in rain or strong wind.
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Christmas in Moominvalley 2026 (Moominvalley Park)
Moominvalley Park (metsä) (Hanno Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 10:00–19:00
A winter event that turns Moominvalley into a snowy scene. At night, the Luminous Night Show in front of Moomin House and the "White Terrace of Snow and Light" illumination by the lake. Lake fireworks at 18:15 on weekends, holidays and Nov 11, Dec 24 and 25. The park closes at 19:00 or 20:00 depending on the day (see the official calendar).
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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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Futako Tamagawa Rise Christmas 2026
Futako Tamagawa Rise (Futako-tamagawa Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 16:00–23:00
A Christmas tree with light-and-sound shows every 15 minutes; winter lights until Feb 28.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 11 (Wed) – Dec 25 (Fri) 09:00–21:00
Tokyo Disneyland's Christmas special event: the daytime parade "Toys Wonderous Christmas!", a Christmas version of the Electrical Parade Dreamlights, and the "Starbright Christmas" fireworks (may be cancelled in strong wind). The park is usually open 9:00-21:00 (until 18:30 on Dec 4). A park ticket is required.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 11 (Wed) – Dec 25 (Fri) 09:00–21:00
Tokyo DisneySea's Christmas special event: "Disney Christmas Greeting" with Mickey and Duffy on decorated boats in Mediterranean Harbor (about 15 min, twice a day) and the "Starbright Christmas" fireworks, plus a tree with blue 25th-anniversary ornaments. Usually open 9:00-21:00 (until 18:30 on Nov 27). A park ticket is required.
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Terrace Mall Shonan Illumination 2026 "Our Blue Xmas"
Terrace Mall Shonan 1F Village Area South Plaza (Tsujido Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–23:00
Blue illuminations inspired by the Shonan sea and sky at Terrace Mall Shonan, directly connected to Tsujido Station, celebrating its 15th anniversary. Visitors' message ornaments shine on the 8 m main tree, and a music-synced light show runs every 15 minutes from 17:00 to 21:00.
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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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MIDTOWN YAESU CHRISTMAS 2026
Tokyo Midtown Yaesu 1F Galleria, Main Entrance and more (Tokyo Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 16:00–23:00
A Christmas display directly connected to Tokyo Station that expresses Yaesu's history and canals in light. "MIRAGE VOYAGE" in the 1F Galleria runs a light-and-sound show every 10 minutes. "YAESU WINTER LIGHTS" stays lit until Feb 14, 2027.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 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.
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Omotesando Illumination 2026
Omotesando (Jingumae to Omotesando crossing) (Omotesando Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri) 16:30–22:00
The zelkova trees along Omotesando light up for the holidays (dates planned). Lights from around sunset.
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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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YORUNOYO 2026 (THE YOKOHAMA ILLUMINATION)
Osanbashi Yokohama International Passenger Terminal, Yamashita Park & more (Nihon-odori Sta.)
Dec 4 (Fri) – Dec 30 (Wed) 17:00–21:05
A large light-and-sound illumination across Yokohama's waterfront, including Osanbashi Pier and Yamashita Park, co-hosted by the City of Yokohama. Held every day during the period; free entry.
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New Year at Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo (lion dance, hatsumode, calligraphy and more)
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo (Shirokanedai Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) – Jan 3 (Sun) 10:00–20:00
Kiyari chant, lion dance and sake-barrel opening from 10:00 on Jan 1 (free). Hatsumode worship at the in-hotel Aoi-den on Jan 1-2 (free, 10:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:30) and koto music in the lobby Jan 1-3. Festival games room Dec 31-Jan 3, New Year calligraphy Jan 1-2.
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Tokyo Fire Department New Year Parade 2027 (Ariake)
Ariake Garden (exhibition) / Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park (ceremony) (Ariake Sta.)
Jan 6 (Wed) 10:00–15:00
The Tokyo Fire Department's annual New Year review. The ceremony at Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park (about 10:00–12:00) requires advance application; the exhibition at Ariake Garden is open 10:00–15:00, free.
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Senso-ji New Year Visit and Great New Year Prayer 2027
Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Sta.)
Jan 1 (Fri) – Jan 7 (Thu) 06:30–17:00
The Great New Year Prayer runs every year from Jan 1 to 7, with special prayers every 30–60 minutes. The main hall is open 6:30–17:00 in Oct–Mar (grounds open 24 hours). On Jan 1–3 Nakamise is one-way from Kaminarimon, with crowd control.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 31 (Sat) – Jan 10 (Sun) 16:30–21:00
The final season at Oi Racecourse before redevelopment. Closed on race days.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 13 (Fri) – Jan 11 (Mon) 17:30–22:00
An immersive 1.8 km illumination walk through Yoyogi Park. Last entry 21:00.
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Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS (Yebisu Garden Place)
Yebisu Garden Place Center Plaza (Ebisu Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Jan 11 (Mon) 11:00–23:00
A giant Baccarat chandelier, about 5 m tall with 250 lights, glows inside a 10 m showcase. Lit 11:00–23:00 (from the 17:00 lighting ceremony on the first day, Nov 14).
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Tama Center Illumination 2026
South of Tama Center Station, Parthenon Avenue and around (Tama-Center Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Jan 11 (Mon) 16:30–22:30
Winter illuminations stretching from Tama Center Station along Parthenon Avenue. Lighting ceremony Nov 14; lit 16:30–22:30 until Jan 11, 2027. Some displays until 20:30.
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Tachikawa Illumination 2026
Sunsun Road, Tachikawa Station North Exit (Tachikawa Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) – Jan 17 (Sun) 16:30–24:00
About 600,000 lights along Sunsun Road, lit from sunset to midnight.
Official page (Japanese)Jan 15 (Fri) – Jan 17 (Sun) 09:00–19:00
The custom-car show. Jan 15: 9:00–14:00 trade and press, 14:00–19:00 special public opening. Jan 16: 9:00–19:00. Jan 17: 9:00–18:00. Digital tickets only.
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Tokyo Square Garden Winter Illumination 2026
Tokyo Square Garden (Kyobashi Sta.)
Nov 5 (Thu) – Jan 31 (Sun) 16:00–24:00
One of the largest illuminations in the Kyobashi area: about 170,000 LED bulbs powered by renewable energy. Lit 16:00–24:00. Lighting ceremony and a Christmas concert by a local choir on Nov 5 from 17:45 (program may change in rain). A Christmas tree made with a HERALBONY artist is on display until Dec 25. Directly connected to Kyobashi Station (Ginza Line).
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Tokyo Shitamachi Bamboo Lantern Walk (Take-akari)
Kitajukkengawa riverside terrace, Sumida River Walk, Sumida Park & more (Oshiage (Skytree) Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Jan 31 (Sun) 17:00–22:00
Bamboo lanterns light up the Kitajukkengawa riverside terrace (Genmori to Koume bridges), Sumida River Walk, Ushijima Shrine, Sumida Park and the 4F entrance floor of Tokyo Skytree. A concert on the water by members of the New Japan Philharmonic and bamboo lantern workshops are also planned.
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LIGHTBEATS (Takeshiba, Takanawa & Oimachi light installation)
TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, WATERS takeshiba & OIMACHI TRACKS (Takanawa Gateway Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) – Jan 31 (Sun) 17:30–23:05
A light-and-sound installation by JR East across three districts: Takeshiba, Takanawa and Oimachi. Walk through to create light and sound, wave your arms at a fountain to move the water and lights, and see floor projection mapping linked between the three sites. Hours are tentative.
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Shitaya Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage 2027
Shitaya Seven Lucky Gods (7 temples and shrines incl. Juei-ji and Iriya Kishimojin) (Iriya Sta.)
Jan 1 (Fri) – Jan 31 (Sun) 08:00–17:00
Visit seven temples and shrines around Iriya, Shitaya and Negishi. Reception 8:00–17:00 on Jan 1–15 and 9:00–16:00 on Jan 16–31 (annual period per Taito City's official tourism site). Some sites may not receive visitors on certain days.
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Forest Aurora and Sparkling Drops (Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo)
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo garden (around Yusui Pond) (Edogawabashi Sta.)
Nov 10 (Tue) – Feb 7 (Sun) 18:40–21:40
See the "Forest Aurora" and the "Tokyo Unkai" sea-of-clouds mist together in the winter garden. Shows at 18:40, 20:40 and 21:40 (about 7 min each); tree night shows at 19:40 and 21:10.
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Ashikaga Flower Park "Flower Fantasy" 2026-2027
Ashikaga Flower Park (Ashikaga Flower Park Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Feb 14 (Sun) 15:30–21:00
A large flower-themed illumination in Ashikaga, Tochigi. The night session runs 15:30-20:30 (until 21:00 on weekends and holidays); from early November to early January, until 21:00 on weekdays and 21:30 on weekends and holidays. Lights come on around 17:00 (around 16:30 from early November to early January). Free parking; no pets.
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I-Garden Air Illumination "Crystal Garden 2026-2027"
I-Garden Air (around Hotel Metropolitan Edmont) (Iidabashi Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) – Feb 14 (Sun) 16:30–23:00
The 24th illumination at I-Garden Air in Iidabashi with about 22,000 LEDs, around the Suidobashi entrance and Streets A–C. Lighting ceremony on Nov 11 from 16:55 (about 10 min).
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Shinjuku Minamillumi 2026-2027
JR Shinjuku Station South Exit area (Suica Penguin Plaza, JR Shinjuku Miraina Tower, Shinjuku Southern Terrace and more) (Shinjuku Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) – Feb 14 (Sun) 17:00–24:00
An illumination linking six spots around Shinjuku Station's South Exit with about 275,000 LEDs. Suica Penguin Plaza gets a "Hanamichi" gate marking the penguin's March 2027 graduation, plus a digital stamp rally Nov 11–Dec 25 (hours vary by spot).
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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.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 24 (Sat) – Feb 28 (Sun) 17:00–20:00
A 65-day winter light show at the zoo-and-amusement park. Illumination tickets go on sale at 15:00 on the day. Closed Tue/Wed (except holidays) from 1/12–1/27 and in February. Unlimited-ride pass 2,500 yen.
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20th Shinjuku Kabukicho Kuyakusho-dori Illumination
Kuyakusho-dori, Shinjuku (Yasukuni-dori to Shokuan-dori) (Shinjuku Sta.)
Oct 30 (Fri) – Feb 28 (Sun) 16:30–03:00
About 120,000 LEDs light up the trees along roughly 700 m of Kuyakusho-dori in this annual winter illumination. Lighting ceremony on Oct 30 from 16:30 in front of Shinjuku City Hall, with the Tokyo Fire Department Band.
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ARIAKE GARDEN Winter Illuminations
Ariake Garden (Mall 5F Water Terrace, Ariake Garden Park, etc.) (Ariake Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Feb 28 (Sun) 17:00–23:00
Illuminations around Ariake Garden. A new spot on the mall's 5th-floor Water Terrace shows a "garden" of glowing butterflies, with a dome you can step into for photos, and the "MISIA Tree" is lit up. From Dec 1 to Jan 31 the lights come on at 16:00.
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Hotel Okura Tokyo Bay Winter Illumination "Precious Time Illumination"
Hotel Okura Tokyo Bay (Maihama Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) – Feb 28 (Sun) 16:30–23:59
Winter illuminations at three spots on the grounds of Hotel Okura Tokyo Bay in Maihama: the Candle Gate, the Dome of Brilliance at the main entrance, and the courtyard. Lit from sunset until midnight.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 12 (Thu) – Feb 28 (Sun) 16:00–23:00
Hibiya Step Square and Naka-dori around Tokyo Midtown Hibiya fill with lights.
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Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination "TOKYO SNOW DOME CITY"
Tokyo Dome City (Suidobashi Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) – Feb 28 (Sun) 17:00–24:00
Over a million lights and Cinnamoroll across Tokyo Dome City.
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Lighting Collaboration Kanamachi: Kanamachi Illumination
Around Kanamachi Station and Tokyo University of Science (Kanamachi Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Feb 28 (Sun) 17:00–23:00
A winter illumination brightening the area around Kanamachi Station and in front of Tokyo University of Science in Katsushika. Lit daily 17:00-23:00.
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Yomiuriland Jewellumination 2026 Growing Light
Yomiuriland (Keio-Yomiuri-Land Sta.)
Oct 29 (Thu) – Apr 4 (Sun) 16:00–20:30
Jewel-toned illuminations by lighting designer Motoko Ishii. Lighting hours vary by season.
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Tokyo German Village Winter Illumination 2026-2027 "Why USA!?"
Tokyo German Village (Sodegaura Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Apr 4 (Sun) 16:30–20:00
The annual winter illumination at Tokyo German Village in Sodegaura, Chiba. This season's theme is a trip across America. Lit from sunset until the park closes at 20:00; a lighting ceremony is planned for Oct 31.
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Sagamiko Illumillion 2026-2027 "Kawaisouni! Giragira Circus Galaxy Tour"
Sagamiko MORI MORI (Sagamiko Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – May 9 (Sun) 16:00–21:00
One of the largest illuminations in the Kanto region, with about 6 million lights. This season features the Kawaisouni! characters such as Opanchu Usagi. Open 16:00-21:00 (varies by season; some closed days); weekends and holidays only from Apr 5, 2027. Dogs are allowed with a signed agreement (pet fee 1,000 yen). Paid parking available.
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Edogawa Sportsland Ice Skating Rink (2026–27 Season)
Edogawa Sportsland Ice Skating Rink (Shinozaki Sta.)
Oct 1 (Thu) – May 31 (Mon) 09:00–18:00
The only ward-run ice rink in Tokyo's 23 wards, open Oct 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027. Public skating Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00–18:00 and weekends/holidays 10:00–18:00 (no public skating Tue/Thu). Check the official site for year-end hours.
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