Tokyo events in December 2026
198 events in Tokyo in December 2026: festivals, markets, exhibitions, live music and food events, with dates, hours, prices and nearest stations. 49 are free.
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Art exhibitions
Tokyo University of the Arts and Chinese Students: From Hu Gentian to Today
The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts — Chinretsukan Gallery 1F & 2F (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 5 (Sat) 10:00–17:00
Traces Japan–China exchange through the graduation work "Self-Portrait" and materials of Hu Gentian, who came to the Tokyo School of Fine Arts in 1915, alongside works by current students and alumni. International symposium on Nov 22 (free, no registration).
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21st Century Art Borderless Exhibition Japan Renaissance 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 5 (Sat) 10:00–18:00
An open-call art exhibition in the 1st-floor galleries of the National Art Center. Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); open until 18:00 (last entry 17:30).
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Minami Tada: Light, Dignified and Swaying
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Kiyosumi-shirakawa Sta.)
Aug 29 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A retrospective of sculptor Minami Tada, who pursued light throughout her career.
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Katsushika Oi’s “Night Scene in the Yoshiwara” and the Lineage of Night Views
Ota Memorial Museum of Art (Harajuku Sta.)
Oct 6 (Tue) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:30–17:30
Traces how ukiyo-e depicted the night, centred on Oi’s best-known work.
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The Best of the Yamatane Collection I: From Yokoyama Taikan and Takeuchi Seiho to Uemura Shoen and Hayami Gyoshu
Yamatane Museum of Art (Ebisu Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
Masterpieces of modern Nihonga from the collection, including Taikan, Seiho, Shoen and Gyoshu.
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Special Exhibition: “Daitokuji – The Peerless Zen Temple” (700th anniversary)
Tokyo National Museum, Heiseikan (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 14 (Wed) – Dec 6 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
Treasures of Daitokuji in Kyoto, marking 700 years since its founding.
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Akane Yamamoto: KIRIKANE Sculpture (Sogo Museum of Art)
Sogo Museum of Art (Sogo Yokohama 6F) (Yokohama Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–20:00
The first museum solo show of Akane Yamamoto, known for glass works using kirikane (cut gold leaf). About 60 works, from her student copies and wood pieces to glass, plus a new Tale of Genji piece, "Matsukaze." Open 10:00–20:00 (last entry 30 min before closing), no closing days. Adults 2,000 yen (1,800 yen advance/online), university and high school students 1,800 yen, junior high and under free.
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MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary
YURAKUCHO MUSEUM (Tokyo International Forum B1F) (Yurakucho Sta.)
Sep 16 (Wed) – Dec 7 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
15th-anniversary exhibition of anime studio MAPPA (Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan). Second period from Oct 28 (closed Oct 26-27); timed entry, last admission 17:00.
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Traditional Crafts Open-Call Exhibition 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) – Dec 7 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of open-call works of traditional crafts from across Japan. Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); last day closes at 13:00 (last entry 12:30).
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JAGDA International Student Poster Award 2026
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Nogizaka Sta.)
Nov 25 (Wed) – Dec 7 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of the student poster award by the Japan Graphic Designers Association (JAGDA). Free. Closed Tuesday (Dec 1); last day closes at 15:00 (last entry 14:30).
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Calligraphy Museum 90th Anniversary: Nakamura Fusetsu and the Museum
Calligraphy Museum, Taito (Uguisudani Sta.)
Jul 18 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 09:30–16:30
An anniversary show at the museum painter-calligrapher Nakamura Fusetsu opened at his Negishi home, displaying its masterpieces together with the museum's history. The second half runs from Oct 6.
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Synchronic Constellation: Stars That Shared Their Time
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Kiyosumi-shirakawa Sta.)
Sep 5 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo linking artists who lived in the same era and resonated across borders and genres, like stars in a constellation. Open until 20:00 on Fridays in November.
Official page (Japanese)Sep 9 (Wed) – Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Renaissance art from the Louvre. Open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Tuesdays.
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Albert Marquet (Sompo Museum of Art 50th anniversary)
Sompo Museum of Art (Shinjuku Sta.)
Sep 22 (Tue) – Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A retrospective of the French painter Marquet. Open until 20:00 on Fridays.
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Special Exhibition "Introduction! Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Cultural History - The Collection We Preserve"
Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Cultural History (Bashamichi Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
A special exhibition introducing the collection the museum has preserved and passed down. Open 9:30-17:00 (last entry 16:30), until 19:00 on Fri Nov 20. Closed Mondays (open Nov 23). Free for junior high school students and younger.
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Natsuno Hiroko Exhibition (Yurakucho Marui)
Yurakucho Marui 8F Event Space (Yurakucho Sta.)
Nov 28 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 11:00–20:00
An original-art exhibition tracing ten years of manga artist Natsuno Hiroko, from "25-ji, Akasaka de" back to her debut work. Timed advance tickets for Nov 28-29 and open-date advance tickets from Nov 30 (both 2,000 yen). Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
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39th Toden Arakawa Line Photo Contest Winners Exhibition
Machiya Culture Center Fureai Hiroba (Machiya Sta.)
Dec 8 (Tue) – Dec 15 (Tue) 09:00–19:00
Award-winning photos of the Toden Arakawa Line (Tokyo Sakura Tram). Closes at 16:00 on the last day.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 4 (Wed) – Dec 19 (Sat) 12:00–18:00
A solo show by Nobuko Tsuchiya, known for curious sculptures built from everyday materials, at a gallery set in a former public bathhouse in Yanaka. Closed Sun, Mon and holidays.
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Special Exhibition: “Utagawa Hiroshige – Best Angles of Edo” (Uchiyama Collection gift)
Tokyo National Museum, Honkan Room A (Ueno Sta.)
Sep 29 (Tue) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
Hiroshige’s views of famous places in Edo, from a newly donated collection.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 3 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
See Marimekko’s patterns inside an Art Deco residence.
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Exhibition: Picture Books with Limited Coloration – White, Black and More
International Library of Children's Literature, Brick Building 3F Museum (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 6 (Tue) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:30–17:00
A free exhibition (first period) of picture books that make a strong impression by deliberately limiting their colors, in a Meiji-era brick library at the back of Ueno Park.
Official page (Japanese)Oct 7 (Wed) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
An exhibition touring the ceramics of Saga and Nagasaki. Open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (open on holidays). Free entry on Oct 14.
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TOKYO ATLAS International Art Exhibition (Daiba, Aomi, Tennozu)
Daiba Park, Odaiba Kaihin Park, Telecom Center Bldg, Aomi Minami Futo Park, Ail Shinagawa, WHAT MUSEUM (Daiba Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A new international art exhibition held by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and others on the waterfront. Artists from Japan and abroad, including Yayoi Kusama and Leiko Ikemura, show at six venues in Daiba, Aomi and Tennozu, with a related show "Coordinates" of artists supported by Tokyo. Last entry 16:30; closed Mondays (next day if a holiday).
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The Design of Yoshida Shoya: The Future Envisioned by the New Mingei Movement
Panasonic Shiodome Museum of Art (Shimbashi Sta.)
Oct 15 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
The designs of Yoshida Shoya, who led the new mingei movement in Tottori.
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Exhibition "Made in Toshima Kamishibai: What Nippon Gageki Left Behind"
Toshima City Local History Museum (IKE・Biz 7F) (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:00–16:30
An exhibition at Toshima City Local History Museum on kamishibai picture-story shows made in Toshima, introducing the legacy of the publisher "Nippon Gageki". Free, no reservation. Closed Mondays (open Nov 23) and Nov 24.
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Seeds and Roots: How to Cultivate the City
Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery (Hatsudai Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 11:00–19:00
A contemporary art exhibition on the theme of “cultivating the city”.
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Nakarai Tosui and Higuchi Ichiyo: 100 Years On
Ichiyo Memorial Museum, Taito (Minowa Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 09:00–16:30
A special exhibition on Nakarai Tosui, Higuchi Ichiyo's fiction mentor and the man she admired, marking 100 years since his death: his life, writings and bond with Ichiyo. The museum in Ryusen is a walk from Otori Shrine.
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Special Exhibition: Gokenin of Edo – The Samurai Who Supported the Shogunate
Bunkyo Museum (Hongo-sanchome Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A special exhibition tracing the work and lives of the gokenin retainers who ran the shogunate's daily business, through manuals and drawings they kept. Gallery talks need no booking.
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Special Exhibition: Eric Carle and the Colors of Life (Shinagawa Aquarium)
Shinagawa Aquarium (B1 Kumanomi Room and throughout) (Omorikaigan Sta.)
Jul 25 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 10:00–17:00
A 35th-anniversary show pairing the art of The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Eric Carle with the colors of sea life, with hands-on content for families.
Official page (Japanese)Jul 18 (Sat) – Dec 27 (Sun) 09:30–16:30
A special exhibition gathering sculptor Fumio Asakura's animal sculptures, cats included, at his former studio-home in Yanaka, along with crafts featuring animals and insects from his collection. Closed Mon and Thu; a temporary closure of about a week is planned during the run.
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Art Brut 2026 Touring Exhibition: Sozo Training!
Tokyo Shibuya Koen-dori Gallery (Shibuya Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Dec 27 (Sun) 11:00–19:00
A touring art brut exhibition starting October 10.
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Cincinnati Art Museum: European Treasures That Crossed to America
The Ueno Royal Museum (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Jan 10 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
Masterpieces of European painting from the Cincinnati Art Museum.
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Learning from Hojoki: Small Architecture for Re-weaving Life
21_21 DESIGN SIGHT (Roppongi Sta.)
Aug 28 (Fri) – Jan 11 (Mon) 10:00–19:00
A design exhibition on small architecture and ways of living, inspired by the classic essay Hojoki.
Official page (Japanese)Sep 11 (Fri) – Jan 11 (Mon) 11:00–19:00
A contemporary art solo show on the glass-walled 8th and 9th floors. Closed Wednesdays.
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MOMAT Collection (Sep 29, 2026 – Jan 11, 2027)
The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo – Collection Gallery (Takebashi Sta.)
Sep 29 (Tue) – Jan 11 (Mon) 10:00–17:00
Follows the course of modern and contemporary Japanese art through the collection.
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Special Exhibition: Kanchoro Poetry Gatherings – Ogai's View of the Tanka World
Mori Ogai Memorial Museum (Sendagi Sta.)
Oct 10 (Sat) – Jan 11 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
A special exhibition on the tanka gatherings Mori Ogai hosted at his Sendagi home, Kanchoro, and his view of the poetry world of his day. Last entry 17:30.
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Ways of Reading: How the World Speaks to Us, How We Speak to the World
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Gallery A & C (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 19 (Thu) – Jan 11 (Mon) 09:30–17:30
A free exhibition offering five ways of reading the world through art, with Alberto Giacometti, Shuntaro Tanikawa, Bikky Sunazawa and others.
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Reassembling: Contemporary Japanese Photography vol. 23
Tokyo Photographic Art Museum (Ebisu Sta.)
Sep 30 (Wed) – Jan 17 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
The annual series introducing emerging photographers.
Official page (Japanese)Sep 30 (Wed) – Jan 17 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Photography and video by contemporary artists from Asia.
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Contemporary Japanese Packaging 2026
Printing Museum, Tokyo – P&P Gallery (Edogawabashi Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Jan 17 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A free exhibition of contemporary Japanese package design.
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Dazai Osamu's Evacuation Years (Part 2)
Mitaka City Gallery of Art, Dazai Osamu Exhibition Room (Mitaka Sta.)
Oct 18 (Sun) – Jan 17 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Focuses on the manuscript of 'Suzume' and works Dazai wrote while evacuated in 1945-46.
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Fontanesi: Light of Italy, Landscapes of the Heart
Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, Tokyo (Nijubashimae Sta.)
Oct 17 (Sat) – Jan 24 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Landscapes by Fontanesi, the Italian painter who came to Japan in the Meiji era.
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Yayoi Kusama: “A Burst of Light, and All Kinds of Things Come Sparkling into View”
Yayoi Kusama Museum (Ushigome-yanagicho Sta.)
Oct 8 (Thu) – Jan 31 (Sun) 11:00–17:30
A new exhibition at the Yayoi Kusama Museum. Timed tickets, advance booking only.
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The World of Mari Yamazaki: Living in the Moment – Carpe Diem
Setagaya Literary Museum (Roka-koen Sta.)
Oct 3 (Sat) – Feb 7 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A major exhibition tracing Mari Yamazaki's manga, essays and oil paintings.
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Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Special Exhibition Gallery 2E) (Nogizaka Sta.)
Oct 28 (Wed) – Feb 8 (Mon) 10:00–18:00
An exhibition of three shojo manga legends with over 800 works planned, including original monochrome and color drawings. Closed Tuesdays; open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Turner from Tate: The Sublime in Painting and a Dialogue with Contemporary Art
The National Museum of Western Art (Ueno Sta.)
Oct 24 (Sat) – Feb 21 (Sun) 09:30–17:30
An exhibition centered on Turner works from Tate in the UK, tracing a dialogue between sublime painting and contemporary art. Open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays (last entry 30 minutes before closing).
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Exhibition: The Printing Power of Shitamachi – Nishiki-e, Postcards and Surimono
Taito City Shitamachi Museum (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) – Feb 28 (Sun) 09:30–16:30
A small museum by Shinobazu Pond shows woodblock prints, postcards and other items from its collection to trace Shitamachi's printing culture. Last entry 16:00.
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Imawa Itsu no Koto ka: Komura Settai and Takuro Tamayama
Shiseido Gallery (Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Bldg. B1) (Shimbashi Sta.)
Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) – Feb 28 (Sun) 11:00–19:00
An exhibition featuring Taisho–Showa era book designer and illustrator Komura Settai alongside contemporary artist Takuro Tamayama. Free. Open until 19:00 (18:00 on Sundays and holidays). Closed Mondays (including holidays) and Dec 21–Jan 11.
Official page (Japanese)Sep 26 (Sat) – Mar 28 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
A collection exhibition marking 30 years since the death of writer Chiyo Uno; last entry 17:30.
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Mariko Mori: All That Shines
Mori Art Museum (Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 53F) (Roppongi Sta.)
Oct 31 (Sat) – Mar 28 (Sun) 10:00–22:00
A major solo show of about 40 works spanning Mariko Mori's 30-plus-year career. Open daily until 22:00 (Tuesdays until 17:00); on Oct 31 it stays open until 6:00 the next morning for Roppongi Art Night. Timed-entry tickets; walk-ins accepted when slots are available. Online tickets are cheaper.
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What a Wonderful World: Masterworks from the Musée d'Orsay
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Gallery (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Mar 28 (Sun) 09:30–17:30
About 110 works from the Musée d'Orsay, including Millet, Renoir, Monet and Van Gogh, showing everyday life and joy in the 19th century. Open until 20:00 on Fridays.
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Live music & concerts 48 events
Live music & concerts
11th Japan-Austria Friendship Recital: A Gift from Vienna
Nippori Sunny Hall (Nippori Sta.)
Dec 2 (Wed) 18:00 start
A recital marking 30 years of sister-city ties between Arakawa and Vienna's Donaustadt district, with Vienna-born pianist Mitra Kotte. Starts 18:30; preschool children are not admitted.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 2 (Wed) 18:30 start
A rakugo show organized by Edogawa Sogo Bunka Center, featuring Katsura Miyaji, Sanyutei Enraku VII, Shunputei Ichizo and Sanyutei Arauma. Preschoolers not admitted.
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Nomura Mansai Kyogen Performance
Katsushika Symphony Hills, Mozart Hall (Aoto Sta.)
Dec 4 (Fri) 14:00 start
Mansai Nomura, Yukio Ishida and others perform the kyogen comedies Kazumo and Futari Bakama, with commentary by Go Iida.
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Christmas Concert for Ages 0 and Up (Den-en-chofu Seseragi-kan)
Den-en-chofu Seseragi-kan (Tamagawa Sta.)
Dec 5 (Sat) 15:00 start
A Christmas concert babies and adults can enjoy together. Booking opens Nov 21 (Sat) at 10:00 on the official reservation site.
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Christmas Orchestra Concert (Classical Music with Children, Dai-ichi Seimei Hall)
Dai-ichi Seimei Hall (Kachidoki Sta.)
Dec 6 (Sun) 10:30 start
Part of Triton Arts Network's classical series for families. The conductorless orchestra ARCUS plays about 60 minutes of music including Christmas Festival and Silent Night, at 10:30, 13:00 and 15:30. Ages 4 and up only (paid childcare for under-4s at the 15:30 show, booking required). Elementary pupils can book an on-stage listening or singing experience.
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Katsushika Philharmonic Orchestra 72nd Subscription Concert
Katsushika Symphony Hills, Mozart Hall (Aoto Sta.)
Dec 6 (Sun) 14:00 start
Conducted by Masahiro Isaki: Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2, excerpts from Tchaikovsky's The Sleeping Beauty, and Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra.
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Tokyo Phil: 32nd Shibuya Afternoon Concert "Enchanted by Jazz"
Bunkamura Orchard Hall (Shibuya Sta.)
Dec 6 (Sun) 14:00 start
Tokyo Philharmonic's holiday-afternoon series, with Miho Hazama conducting and hosting and Takuya Kuroda on trumpet, in a jazz-themed program. Starts 14:00.
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Musical Annie Christmas Concert
Katsushika Symphony Hills, Mozart Hall (Aoto Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) 11:00 start
Cast members of the musical Annie sing Christmas songs and numbers from the show with a live orchestra. Three shows at 11:00, 14:00 and 17:00. Children under 4 are not admitted.
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026)
Tokyo Midtown Galleria 2F (in front of lucien pellat-finet) (Roppongi Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 13 (Sun) 14:00 start
Live Christmas music at MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026. Three sets each day at 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00, about 30 minutes each.
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Cecion Suginami Meet The Artists vol.10 Christmas Family Concert 2026 with Japan Philharmonic
Cecion Suginami Hall (Higashi-Koenji Sta.)
Dec 13 (Sun) 11:00 start
A family Christmas concert by a special Japan Philharmonic ensemble. Two shows at 11:00 and 14:00, about an hour each; the second includes storytelling by Yumi Kakazu. The stage is decorated with paper cuttings by Ayano Sagawa.
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2nd Edogawa Arts and Culture Festival: Music Festival
Tower Hall Funabori Main Hall (Funabori Sta.)
Dec 13 (Sun) 12:30 start
The ward's biggest music event, with local orchestras, choirs, harmonica, koto, shamisen and mandolin groups. Starts 13:00; no registration needed.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 13 (Sun) 13:00 start
Three parts: favourites like Salut d'Amour, Christmas songs such as Ave Maria and O Holy Night, and a sing-along of Silent Night and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Starts 13:30; tickets by phone.
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Symphony Hills Boys and Girls Choir Christmas Concert
Kameari Lirio Hall (Kameari Sta.)
Dec 13 (Sun) 14:00 start
A Christmas concert by Katsushika's children's choir: assorted choral pieces in the first half, then a medley of cheerful Christmas songs. Children under 4 can sit free on an adult's lap (one per adult).
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Ginza Burat Special #225 Café Ginza 17 (Christmas songs)
Oji Hall (Ginza) (Ginza Sta.)
Dec 16 (Wed) 13:30 start
Composer-pianist Masanori Kato with the Harmonia Ensemble choir and others. Two shows: 13:30 matinee (women's choir, incl. a Christmas medley) and 18:30 soirée (men's and mixed choir, mostly Christmas songs such as 'Carol of the Bells' and 'Jingle Bell Rock'). Check the official page for end times.
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Tropical Jazz Big Band: THE Bonenkai LIVE 2026
Blue Note Tokyo (Omotesando Sta.)
Dec 16 (Wed) – Dec 17 (Thu) 18:00 start
The Latin jazz big band's annual year-end live show. Two shows a day at 18:00 and 20:30 (doors 17:00 and 19:45).
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Ryukakusan presents "Beethoven's Ninth" Special Concert for Everyone 2026
Sumida Triphony Hall, Main Hall (Kinshicho Sta.)
Dec 18 (Fri) 18:30 start
A year-end Ninth by the New Japan Philharmonic under Yutaka Sado, with a narrated "Story of the Ninth" told through illustrations. Ages 4+.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 18 (Fri) – Dec 19 (Sat) 19:00 start
Akiko Wada's annual shows at Blue Note Tokyo. One show a day: Dec 18 at 19:00 (doors 17:30), Dec 19 at 18:00 (doors 16:30).
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New Japan Philharmonic "Beethoven 9" Special Concert 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Yutaka Sado with the Ritsuyukai Choir. U25 tickets available. No preschool children.
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Toy Band Winter Wonderland: Play Christmas with Hinemos!
Toshima Civic Center 8F Multipurpose Hall (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 14:00 start
A Christmas concert by Hinemos, who play toys, melodicas and junk. Crying and moving around are OK. Kids who join the 10:30 parent-child workshop make a cymbal doll and take part in the afternoon show.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 19:00 start
Pianist Makoto Ozone's annual Christmas concert, with vocalist Anna Maria Jopek as guest. Starts 19:00 on the 19th and 15:00 on the 20th. Preschool children not admitted.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 20 (Sun) 13:30 start
Rakugo storyteller Katsura Yamato performs Bunshichi Mottoi (a year-end classic, first time in three years) and Shichidanme. Starts 14:00; U-25 tickets ¥1,500; no preschool children.
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Kassui Christmas Concert 2026 (Katsushika Wind Orchestra)
Katsushika Symphony Hills, Mozart Hall (Aoto Sta.)
Dec 20 (Sun) 14:00 start
The Katsushika Wind Orchestra's Christmas show in three parts: marching, junior and symphonic stages, plus a pre-concert. Designed so small children can enjoy it; under 4s sit free on an adult's lap.
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Beethoven's Ninth Special Concert 2026: Union Tool Christmas Concert
Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Hatsudai Sta.)
Dec 21 (Mon) 19:00 start
New Japan Philharmonic plays Beethoven's Ninth at Tokyo Opera City before Christmas, conducted by Yutaka Sado. Elementary school children and up; U25 tickets available.
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TiA Christmas Dinner Show 2026 "WHITE NOEL" with White Noel Choir (Hotel New Grand)
Hotel New Grand Main Building 2F, Rainbow Ballroom (Motomachi-Chukagai Sta.)
Dec 22 (Tue) 17:30 start
A Christmas dinner show with gospel singer TiA and a choir of more than 60 singers. Reception 17:30, dinner 18:15, show 18:30–20:30. Online reservation only via the hotel's website, until full.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 21 (Mon) – Dec 23 (Wed) 18:00 start
Canadian jazz singer Holly Cole sings Christmas songs and winter numbers with a string quartet led by Atsuki Yoshida. Two shows a day at 18:00 and 20:30 (doors 17:00 and 19:45).
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Midori Ward Office Lunchtime Lobby Concert: Christmas Handbells
Yokohama Midori Ward Office 1F Lobby (Nakayama Sta.)
Dec 23 (Wed) 12:10 start
Christmas handbell performance by the Toyo Eiwa University Handbell Club, including "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," "Jingle Bells" and "Joy to the World." 12:10–12:45 (doors 11:40). Free, no registration needed; 30 seats, first come on the day.
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Haruka Kawauchi Christmas Dinner Show (Hotel New Grand)
Hotel New Grand Main Building 2F, Phoenix Room (Motomachi-Chukagai Sta.)
Dec 23 (Wed) 18:00 start
A Christmas dinner show with classical crossover singer Haruka Kawauchi. Reception 18:00, dinner 18:15, show 19:30–20:45. Online reservation only via the hotel's website, until full.
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John Ken Nuzzo Christmas Concert (12th)
YAMAHA Hall (Yamaha Ginza Bldg 7F) (Ginza Sta.)
Dec 23 (Wed) 19:00 start
The 12th Christmas concert by tenor John Ken Nuzzo, with guest violinist Miki Kobayashi and pianist Kasumi Maruki. Doors 18:30, starts 19:00. Tickets on teket. Check the official page for the end time.
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Suntory Hall Christmas Concert 2026: Bach Collegium Japan 'Messiah on Christmas Eve'
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 24 (Thu) 17:50 start
A Christmas Eve tradition: Bach Collegium Japan under Masato Suzuki performs Handel's Messiah in full. Starts 18:30, ends around 21:40. Paid online streaming also available.
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Hotel New Otani Christmas Dinner & Concert 2026 (Kiyoshi Hikawa, Ran Ito, Masashi Sada)
Hotel New Otani Tokyo, The Main banquet floor, Tsuru-no-Ma (Akasaka-mitsuke Sta.)
Dec 22 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri) 18:30 start
Dec 22: Kiyoshi Hikawa (lunch 11:30/concert 13:00, dinner 17:30/concert 19:00); Dec 23: Ran Ito; Dec 24–25: Masashi Sada (dinner 18:30, concert 20:00). Reservation required. Extra seats for Sada are by lottery via e+ (Oct 16–Nov 5). Check the official page for end times.
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Mejiro Forest Arts Festival: Christmas Family Concert & Buffet
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, Banquet Bldg 5F Grand Hall Tsubaki (Edogawabashi Sta.)
Dec 25 (Fri) 11:30 start
A Christmas buffet with live orchestra. The afternoon session, “My First Orchestra,” includes instrument introductions and a conducting experience. Online advance booking required (closes Dec 20).
Official page (Japanese)Dec 25 (Fri) 19:00 start
A Christmas concert by the New Japan Philharmonic conducted by Naoto Otomo, with Masahiro Motoki as navigator. Organ pre-concert from 18:40 and a mini party after the show. No preschool children.
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mesm Tokyo Holiday Voyage 2026 'Showcase' Christmas Live
mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection, 16F lobby (Takeshiba Sta.)
Dec 24 (Thu) – Dec 26 (Sat) 19:00 start
Free live music in the hotel's 16F lobby as part of 'Holiday Voyage 2026': two acts each day, about 30 minutes each, from 19:00 and 20:30. Dec 1–Jan 7, the lobby's water art is lit in blue at night.
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TMSO Special "Beethoven's Ninth" (Dec 26)
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 26 (Sat) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth by the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra under Kazuhiro Koizumi, with the New National Theatre Chorus. Preschool children not admitted.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 24 (Thu) – Dec 27 (Sun) 18:00 start
A Christmas show by the Emmet Cohen piano trio. Two shows a day; Dec 24–25 include a Christmas dinner course.
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Japan Philharmonic Orchestra "Beethoven 9" Special Concert 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 27 (Sun) 14:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Ken-ichiro Kobayashi, opening with Bach organ works including the Toccata and Fugue. No preschool children.
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Tokyo City Philharmonic: Beethoven 'Ninth' Special Concert 2026
Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Hatsudai Sta.)
Dec 28 (Mon) 18:00 start
Beethoven's Ninth (Choral) to close the year, conducted by Sachio Fujioka. Starts 19:00. U20 tickets (elementary school and up) are 2,000 yen; senior discounts available.
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Tokyo Symphony Orchestra Special Concert "Beethoven 9" 2026
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 29 (Tue) 14:00 start
A year-end performance of Beethoven's Ninth conducted by Lorenzo Viotti with the Tokyo Symphony Chorus. No preschool children.
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COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27
Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 1-11 and Event Hall (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.)
Dec 26 (Sat) – Dec 31 (Thu) 12:00 start
Year-end rock festival at Makuhari Messe. Dec 26, 27, 29 and 30: doors 9:30, start 12:00, end 20:40. New Year's Eve Dec 31: doors 12:30, start 15:40, ends around 5:00 the next morning (no show on Dec 28). Under-18s need a guardian or consent form.
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Vienna Volksoper Orchestra: 'Die Fledermaus' Highlights – Vienna's New Year's Eve at Suntory Hall
Suntory Hall, Main Hall (Roppongi-itchome Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 13:20 start
New Year's Eve at 14:00: highlights of Strauss's Die Fledermaus in concert form, with a ballet ensemble. Premium tickets with champagne (20+). No preschool children.
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Akira Miyagawa vs New Japan Philharmonic "Super! Silvester Concert 2026→2027"
Sumida Triphony Hall, Main Hall (Kinshicho Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 14:00 start
On New Year's Eve afternoon, Akira Miyagawa conducts and plays piano in music from "Space Battleship Yamato," "Princess Mononoke" and more, marking 20 years since the death of Hiroshi Miyagawa. Ages 4+; free invitation program for those 18 and under.
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New Year's Eve JAZZ (Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo)
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo B2 Banquet Hall "Daigo West" (Shirokanedai Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 17:30 start
A jazz show on New Year's Eve, two sets: 17:30-18:30 and 19:30-20:30. Preschool children are not admitted.
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Countdown Party 2026–2027 (DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake)
DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake, 2F Brew33 Bar (Kokusai-Tenjijo Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 21:00 start
New Year's Eve 21:00–24:00 (doors 20:30). Free-flow champagne and other drinks, hotel snacks, live music by Walter Q. Jackson and a DJ, bingo, year-end soba and a countdown toast. 10% off adult tickets booked by Nov 30. Minors must come with a guardian.
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Tokyo City Philharmonic New Year's Eve Concert: Symphonic Suite 'Dragon Quest VII'
Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Hatsudai Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 21:00 start
A New Year's Eve concert starting at 22:00 with Koichi Sugiyama's 'Dragon Quest VII: Warriors of Eden'. No preschool children; under-18s must come with a guardian.
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Countdown Musical Concert 2026-2027
Tokyo International Forum, Hall A (Yurakucho Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 22:00 start
A New Year's Eve concert where nine musical theatre stars sing into the new year (doors 21:00, starts 22:00). No preschool children; under-18s need a guardian or a consent form. Wheelchair seats available.
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Bella Vista Countdown 2026-2027 (Hotel New Otani)
Hotel New Otani Tokyo, Bella Vista (40F) (Akasaka-mitsuke Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 22:00 start
Ring in the New Year on Dec 31, 22:00–24:30, at the 40th-floor restaurant with a night view, dinner, free-flow Champagne and live music. Reservation required; age 10 and up.
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Trader Vic's Tokyo Countdown Party 2026-2027 (Hotel New Otani)
Hotel New Otani Tokyo, Trader Vic's Tokyo (Akasaka-mitsuke Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 22:00 start
Ring in the New Year on Dec 31 from 22:00 to 24:30 with mini Mai Tais, the chef's special menu and Tahitian dance. Reservations required; ages 14 and up. Check the official page for prices.
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National Ballet of Japan: The Nutcracker 2026/2027
New National Theatre Tokyo, Opera Palace (Hatsudai Sta.)
Dec 18 (Fri) – Jan 3 (Sun) 12:15 start
The holiday-season ballet classic. About 2 hours 10 minutes; doors open 45 minutes before curtain. Jan 2 shows include free invitations for children, and some shows offer childcare (no entry under age 4).
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Food events 16 events
Dec 1 (Tue) 10:00–15:30
A Christmas sweets class in two sessions, 10:00–11:30 and 14:00–15:30, for junior high age and up. Booking opens Nov 17 (Tue) at 10:00 on the official reservation site.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 4 (Fri) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–18:00
Japan's big seafood food festival returns to Odaiba for the first time in two years, with about 80 booths planned including concurrent events. Cash, e-money and credit cards accepted.
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MIDWINTER LOUNGE (MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026)
Tokyo Midtown, Midtown Garden (next to the Lawn) (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun) 16:00–22:00
A new outdoor lounge at MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 where you can sip champagne while watching the MIDWINTER LIGHTS bubble illumination in the garden. Open weekdays from 16:00 and weekends from 15:00 until 22:00 (last order 21:30).
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BELLUSTAR TOKYO Christmas Afternoon Tea
Bar Bellustar, BELLUSTAR TOKYO (Tokyu Kabukicho Tower) (Shinjuku Sta.)
Dec 5 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 13:30–17:30
Weekend-only Christmas afternoon tea high above Kabukicho; reserve by the previous day.
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Christmas Afternoon Tea (Grand Hyatt Tokyo, Fiorentina)
Grand Hyatt Tokyo 1F, Fiorentina (Roppongi Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 23 (Wed) 15:00–17:00
An Italian merenda-inspired Christmas afternoon tea with sweets, savories and three kinds of pandoro, 15:00-17:00 (2 hours).
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Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo Christmas Brunch "Brunch with Santa?"
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo 2F, District Brasserie Bar Lounge (Tochomae Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:30–17:00
A New York-style Christmas brunch available every day in December until the 25th.
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Shinjuku Prince Hotel Christmas Afternoon Tea
Shinjuku Prince Hotel 25F, Japanese Dining & Bar FUGA (Shinjuku Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri) 14:30–17:00
A record-themed Christmas afternoon tea on the 25th floor, 2-hour seating.
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Shinagawa Prince Hotel LUXE DINING HAPUNA Christmas Dinner Buffet
Shinagawa Prince Hotel, LUXE DINING HAPUNA (Shinagawa Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–22:00
An all-you-can-eat Christmas menu by the hotel's chefs and pastry chef at the top-floor restaurant with city night views. Four seatings between 17:00 and 22:00.
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Christmas Dinner Buffet 2026 (Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel)
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel, 1F TIDE TABLE Shiomi (Shiomi Sta.)
Dec 23 (Wed) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–23:00
A Christmas dinner buffet with live-kitchen dishes, wagyu roast beef and festive desserts, Dec 23-25, 17:00-23:00 (last entry 20:30, 120 minutes). Reservations required.
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White Christmas Petit Boulangerie (Hilton Tokyo, Bar & Lounge ZATTA)
Hilton Tokyo 2F, Bar & Lounge ZATTA (Tochomae Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 26 (Sat) 11:30–20:00
A Christmas bakery-style afternoon tea with about 10 breads and scones including a mini stollen. Seatings at 11:30, 14:30 and 18:00.
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Hilton Tokyo "King & Queen Christmas" Sweets Buffet
Hilton Tokyo 1F Marble Lounge (Tochomae Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 26 (Sat) 14:30–17:00
A royal-themed Christmas sweets buffet with 20+ desserts under a 6 m tree in Shinjuku.
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Christmas Afternoon Tea (Shangri-La Tokyo, The Lobby Lounge)
Shangri-La Tokyo 28F, The Lobby Lounge (Tokyo Sta.)
Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 26 (Sat) 12:00–17:30
Christmas afternoon tea with sweets, savories, scones and free-flow strawberry tart, plus a Santa bear cookie to take home. Weekdays 12:00-17:30, weekends and holidays 13:00-17:30.
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Christmas Sweets Buffet (Sunshine City Prince Hotel)
Sunshine City Prince Hotel, Café & Dining Chef's Palette (Higashi-ikebukuro Sta.)
Nov 1 (Sun) – Dec 27 (Sun) 11:30–17:30
A cat-themed Christmas sweets buffet with 21 items. Weekends and holidays only in November, daily Dec 1-27; reservations required.
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Countdown Party (Hyatt Regency Tokyo)
Hyatt Regency Tokyo (Crossroads Kitchen / Nineteen Eighty Lounge & Bar) (Nishi-shinjuku Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) 22:00–23:59
New Year's Eve countdown buffet with free-flow drinks including Veuve Clicquot champagne. Crossroads Kitchen 22:30-24:00 (doors 21:30); lounge & bar 22:00-24:00. Live set by BLOODEST SAXOPHONE and a countdown toast in the atrium from about 23:30.
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New Year Dinner Buffet 2027 (Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel)
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel, 1F TIDE TABLE Shiomi (Shiomi Sta.)
Dec 31 (Thu) – Jan 3 (Sun) 17:00–23:00
Four-night year-end and New Year dinner buffet (120 minutes, last entry 20:30). New Year dishes such as salt-crusted sea bream and boiled crab, plus a tuna-cutting show daily at 17:45 and 19:15. Toshikoshi soba on Dec 31; ozoni and an osechi corner Jan 1–3.
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Takadanobaba & Waseda Ramen Rally 2026
About 20 participating ramen shops around Takadanobaba and Waseda, plus stamp spots at 3 Tokyo Metro stations (Takadanobaba Sta.)
Oct 1 (Thu) – Jan 31 (Sun) 09:00–20:00
A stamp rally by Tokyo Metro and a local committee: eat ramen at participating shops (takeout OK), collect stamps at Takadanobaba, Waseda and Nishi-Waseda stations, and exchange them for prizes. Station stamps 9:00–20:00; each shop keeps its own hours.
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Markets & flea markets 19 events
Dec 12 (Sat) 09:00–16:00
A large antique market with stalls of antiques and vintage goods at Tokyo International Forum. Cancelled in rain; may close early due to weather.
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Setagaya Boro-ichi Market (December)
Boro-ichi Street area, Setagaya 1-chome (Kamimachi Sta.)
Dec 15 (Tue) – Dec 16 (Wed) 09:00–20:00
A year-end market held for over 440 years, with about 700 stalls selling used clothes, antiques, daily goods and food. Try the famous Daikan-mochi. No parking; may be cancelled in bad weather.
Official page (Japanese)Dec 17 (Thu) – Dec 19 (Sat) 09:00–19:30
A year-end tradition where stalls selling hagoita battledores line the grounds of Senso-ji. The colorful oshie hagoita, often depicting kabuki actors, are the highlight. Closes at 19:00 on the last day.
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Furusato Christmas Market (Lighting Collaboration Kanamachi)
Katsushika Niijuku Mirai Park (Kanamachi Sta.)
Dec 19 (Sat) 10:00–16:30
A one-day Christmas market with food and goods from popular shops and regional producers, a Christmas song stage and workshops (booking required). Held at Katsushika Niijuku Mirai Park for the first time, with science classes by Tokyo University of Science students (apply in advance).
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Lakeside Christmas Market (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026)
Metsä Village, Metsä Aukio (Hanno Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A Nordic Christmas market by Lake Miyazawa at Metsä. For the first time it runs over two weekends: Dec 12, 13, 19 and 20. Held in light rain; cancelled in stormy weather.
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Bungu Joshi Haku 2026 (Pacifico Yokohama)
Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Halls C & D (Minatomirai Sta.)
Dec 16 (Wed) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–17:00
A big stationery sale with long-established makers, new brands and stationery shops; more than 50,000 items to buy on the spot. 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30, no re-entry). Tickets 990–1,290 yen depending on the day (tax incl., fees extra), advance only on e+ (no same-day tickets); general sale from Oct 24, 10:00. Up to two children of elementary age or younger free per ticket. A capped Premium Time on Dec 15 (1,850 yen, lottery).
Official page (Japanese)Dec 20 (Sun) 09:00–16:00
A large antique market with stalls of antiques and vintage goods at Tokyo International Forum. Cancelled in rain; may close early due to weather.
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Tokyo Skytree Town Dream Christmas 2026
Tokyo Skytree Town (4F Sky Arena and more) (Oshiage (Skytree) Sta.)
Nov 5 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–23:00
About 400,000 'STAR LIGHT GOLD' lights (16:00–23:00, some until Feb 28, 2027) plus a storybook-themed Christmas market at the 4F Sky Arena (11:00–22:00, last order 21:00), featuring a giant 4m stollen.
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Tokyo Christmas Advent
Ueno Park (Hakamagoshi Plaza / Shinobazu Pond area) (Ueno Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 12:00–23:00
Christmas market in Ueno Park, expanding to the Shinobazu Pond area from Nov 18.
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The Peninsula Tokyo Naka-dori Christmas Market
The Peninsula Tokyo, Naka-dori Café (1F) (Hibiya Sta.)
Nov 6 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 12:00–18:00
Christmas sweets, gifts and hot chocolate at the hotel's ground-floor Naka-dori Café. Mainly Fri–Sun in November, daily Dec 1–25. Paid gingerbread house workshops are also offered.
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COCOON CITY Christmas Market 2026
Cocoon City (Cocoon Plaza, Keyaki Walk & more) (Saitama-Shintoshin Sta.)
Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 12:00–22:00
A 49-day outdoor Christmas market at Cocoon City, directly connected to the east exit of Saitama-Shintoshin Station. Last order 21:30. On the first day (Nov 7), the market is planned to close temporarily from 16:30 to 18:45.
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Yebisu Garden Place Illumination & Christmas Marché 2026
Yebisu Garden Place Clock Plaza & Château Plaza (Ebisu Sta.)
Nov 14 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 17:00–20:00
A marché inspired by European Christmas markets (Clock Plaza from Nov 14, Château Plaza from Nov 27; weekdays 17:00–20:00, weekends and holidays 12:00–20:00). A 10 m tree stands in Clock Plaza, and the illumination runs 16:00–23:00 until Feb 28, 2027. May be cancelled in rain or strong wind.
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Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 in Shin-Toyosu
Shin-Toyosu Venue (6-4 Toyosu, Koto-ku) (Shin-Toyosu Sta.)
Nov 20 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:30
A German-style Christmas market at a new waterfront venue in Toyosu. Preschoolers free.
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Christmas Market at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse 2026
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza & Red Brick Park (Nihon-odori Sta.)
Nov 20 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–22:00
A German-style Christmas market facing the sea and the Minato Mirai night view. Open until 21:00 from Nov 21 to Dec 4 and until 22:00 from Dec 5 (from 17:00 on Nov 20). Entry is 500 to 1,000 yen depending on the day, with priority tickets also sold; elementary school children and younger enter free (junior high and younger free until Dec 4). Dogs are allowed if fully inside a cage or cart. Held rain or shine.
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Roppongi Hills Christmas Market 2026
Roppongi Hills O-yane Plaza (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
The 20th edition, recreating Stuttgart's Christmas market with German food and ornaments.
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Azabudai Hills Christmas Market 2026
Azabudai Hills Central Square (Kamiyacho Sta.)
Nov 21 (Sat) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
19 food and retail stalls across Azabudai Hills' central square and lawn.
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Chiikawa Christmas Market
Toyosuna Park (in front of AEON Mall Makuhari Shintoshin) (Makuhari-Toyosuna Sta.)
Nov 24 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
A roughly 6,000 m² Christmas market with Chiikawa and friends, featuring limited-edition food and goods. Date-and-time tickets are required; the last entry slot is 18:30-19:00. Children under 4 do not need a ticket (one per adult).
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MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 Christmas Marché
Tokyo Midtown Galleria B1 (Roppongi Sta.)
Nov 26 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–21:00
An indoor Christmas marché at Tokyo Midtown selling Christmas goods and accessories.
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Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 in Shiba Park
Shiba Park Area 4 (Onarimon Station Plaza) (Onarimon Sta.)
Dec 4 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 11:00–22:00
A German-style Christmas market with Tokyo Tower as its backdrop, beside Onarimon Station.
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Festivals & local events 56 events
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.
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.
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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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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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Noragami POP UP SHOP (Kinokuniya Shinjuku Main Store)
Kinokuniya Shinjuku Main Store 1F, THE ENTRANCE (Shinjuku-sanchome Sta.)
Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–21:00
A pop-up shop for the modern Japanese fantasy manga Noragami. One random ema-style card for every ¥3,300 (tax incl.) spent on eligible items. Closes at 16:00 on the last day, Dec 6.
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Christmas Flower Arrangement (Den-en-chofu Seseragi-kan)
Den-en-chofu Seseragi-kan (Tamagawa Sta.)
Dec 6 (Sun) 10:00–11:30
A class making a Christmas flower arrangement, open to anyone. Booking opens Nov 22 (Sun) at 10:00 on the official reservation site.
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Dads' Parenting Class: Christmas Tree Art with Your Child
Koto Gender Equality Promotion Center (Parcity Koto) 1F Rec Hall (Sumiyoshi Sta.)
Dec 13 (Sun) 10:00–11:30
Using clinical art techniques, dads and kids make Christmas tree artwork while enjoying textures and colors. 16 pairs, first come; apply from Nov 5, 9:00. Free childcare for siblings (book by Dec 3).
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Handmade Craft Corner, Christmas Season (Science Museum)
Science Museum 3F lobby (by the stairs) (Takebashi Sta.)
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 20 (Sun) 10:00–16:40
Decorate clear candles, mini cactus glasses, a candy house with a lift-off roof or realistic clay sweets, with seasonal parts like Christmas trees, Santas and snowmen. Walk-in until 16:00 on Dec 12, 13, 19 and 20.
Official page (Japanese)Nov 20 (Fri) – Dec 25 (Fri) 10:00–19:00
Chiikawa Park in Ikebukuro gets a Christmas makeover, with decorations and special greetings from characters in Christmas outfits. Limited goods from Nov 24. Check tickets in advance.
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Horimiya Cafe: Katagiri High School Festival (motto cafe Ikebukuro)
motto cafe Ikebukuro (Ikebukuro Sta.)
Oct 14 (Wed) – Dec 27 (Sun) 11:00–19:40
A Horimiya collab cafe themed on the Katagiri High School festival; the menu switches to the second half from Nov 21. Reservations (first come, first served) and at least one order per person required.
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ARAKAWA 1-1-1 Lounge Theater: Beauty and the Beast
Sunpearl Arakawa 2F, 1-1-1 Lounge (Machiya Sta.)
Dec 27 (Sun) 10:00–14:00
A Sunpearl Arakawa lounge theater program featuring Disney's classic Beauty and the Beast. Session 1 starts 10:30 (doors 10:00), Session 2 starts 14:00 (doors 13:30). Free, 50 people per session. Advance application required (up to 2 people per application; lottery if oversubscribed; winners notified by email). End time not listed.
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Yokohama Minato Mirai Winter Holiday 2026: Dragon Quest x Final Fantasy
Yokohama Landmark Tower (Landmark Plaza) / MARK IS Minatomirai (Minatomirai Sta.)
Nov 11 (Wed) – Jan 11 (Mon) 11:00–19:00
A winter collaboration of Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy. A holiday tree at Landmark Plaza 1F and a big Slime and Chocobo display at MARK IS 1F (decorations change from Dec 26). Stamp rally at 6 spots (Nov 11-Dec 27, 11:00-19:00), the collab cafe "Surachoco Kitchen" and a pop-up store. The cafe has shorter hours on Dec 31 and is closed Jan 1.
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