Yuichi Hirako: Human & Nature Exhibition
Surreal artworks blending human and plant forms.
Tokyo Night Market
Dates: 21-25 October 2026
Weekdays: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Yoyogi Park Keyaki (Zelkova) Avenue, Shibuya.
Enjoy street food, live music, DJs, shopping stalls, and performances inspired by Asia's famous night markets.
Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival
Dates: 30 October - 1 November 2026
Friday (IKEHALO Night): 4:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Sunshine City, Naka-Ikebukuro Park, Hareza Ikebukuro, and the surrounding streets of Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo.
One of Japan's largest cosplay festivals, attracting thousands of anime, manga, and gaming fans from across the country. Visitors can enjoy cosplay parades, stage performances, photo opportunities, and themed events throughout the Ikebukuro entertainment district. Whether you're dressed up or simply there to watch, it's one of Tokyo's most exciting Halloween celebrations.
Tokyo Ramen Festa
Dates: 30 October - 3 November 2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily
Final day closes at 7:00 PM
Location: Central Plaza, Komazawa Olympic Park, Setagaya, Tokyo.
Sample ramen from some of Japan's most famous noodle shops all in one place.
Ikegami Honmonji Oeshiki Festival
Dates: 11-13 October 2026
Main Lantern Procession: 12 October, approximately 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Ikegami Honmonji Temple, 1-1-1 Ikegami, Ota City, Tokyo.
One of Tokyo's most spectacular traditional festivals featuring thousands of illuminated lanterns carried through the streets at night.
Tokyo Yosakoi Festival
Dates: 10-11 October 2026
Time: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: Around the West Exit of Ikebukuro Station, including Ikebukuro West Exit Park and surrounding streets, Toshima City, Tokyo.
Watch over 5,000 dancers from across Japan perform colorful and energetic Yosakoi dances throughout Ikebukuro.
Namaste India Festival
Yoyogi Park
10:00–19:00
Japan’s largest Indian cultural festival.
Ultra Japan 2026
Odaiba Ultra Park (near DiverCity)
12:00–21:00
Japan’s biggest EDM festival.
Tokyo Game Show 2026
Makuhari Messe, Chiba
Public Days: 10:00–17:00
One of the world’s largest gaming expos.
Ueno Panda Mid‑Autumn Festival
Ueno Park
10:00–20:00
Lanterns, panda displays, food stalls, and performances.
Aomori Food Festival
Hibiya Park
10:00–18:00
Aomori seafood, apples, and regional dishes.
Aki Basho (Grand Sumo Tournament)
Matches start: 8:30 (lower divisions)
Top division: 15:30–18:00
Tokyo’s main autumn sumo tournament.
Otomate Party 2026
Day shows: 13:00 Night shows: 17:30
Otome‑game fan event with voice actors.
Tokyo International Forum (Hall A/B)
Vietnam Festa Yokohama
10:00–20:00
Vietnamese food, performances, and cultural displays.
Tachikawa Oktoberfest 2026
Weekdays: 16:00–21:00 Weekends: 11:00–21:00
German beer festival with live music.
Showa Kinen Park, Tachikawa
