Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
Bonobono, the gentle manga about a curious young sea otter, turns 40 – celebrated with a Shibuya exhibition of original art, rare manuscripts, and more.
27 Aug – 27 Sep 2026Tokyo · KantoJUJUTSU KAISEN WORLD brings attractions, mini-games, and newly drawn artwork to Bandai Namco Cross Store Tokyo in Ikebukuro, before touring to three more cities.
7 Aug – 27 Sep 2026Tokyo · KantoThe Evangelion Wind Symphony performs the anime's celebrated soundtrack through wind ensemble, conducted by arranger Masamichi Amano and featuring vocalist Takahashi Yoko.
A major hobby show features over 80 manufacturers showcasing detailed model kits, collectible figures, and remote-controlled vehicles.
3–4 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoTokyo's premier shopping street for professional cooking tools holds its 40th annual festival, drawing over 300,000 visitors for unique finds.
4–10 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoA yearly kimono fair in Yurakucho, Tokyo, where weavers and dyers from across Japan show their work and short workshops teach the crafts behind it.
7–12 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoScreenings of the films of Kon Satoshi at two Tokyo cinemas in the month of his birth, with talks by the actors who voiced his characters.
9–12 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoAn exhibition celebrating the absurdist manga Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo through immersive zones themed around its protagonist's battle techniques and surreal world.
30 Sep – 17 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoThe Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum marks its centenary with Edo-period paintings and ukiyo-e prints from the British Museum, including works returning to Japan.
25 Jul – 18 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoSpace Travelium TeNQ in Tokyo hosts a Dr. STONE anime collaboration exhibition timed to the series final arc, featuring exclusive photo spots and themed merchandise.
18 Jul – 18 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoThis audio showcase features nearly 200 world-class brands displaying hi-fi systems, vinyl turntables, and high-resolution streaming technology in sound-isolated rooms.
23–25 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoA large Halloween cosplay festival centered on Ikebukuro's East Exit features stage performances, parades, and gathering spaces for participants of all ages.
30 Oct – 1 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoTokyo Gakki Expo, Japan's largest musical instrument exhibition, features over 200 brands with live performances, product demonstrations, and workshops.
1–2 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoThe last year of the ramen festival held in Komazawa Olympic Park since 2009, with twelve shops from around the country serving one bowl a ticket.
30 Oct – 3 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoFive nights of projection mapping on the main hall and gate of Sensoji in Tokyo, with the temple's closed garden and its hall of ema open alongside.
30 Oct – 3 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoHip-hop culture, urban sports, music, and art converge across multiple Ikebukuro venues in this street culture celebration attracting 50,000 visitors.
1–3 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoJapan's largest arcade festival showcases the latest innovations in amusement entertainment with separate programming for industry professionals and public visitors.
6–7 Nov 2026Tokyo · KantoAnime Tokyo Station hosts a special exhibition on "Fist of the North Star", featuring production materials and a character quiz.
22 Aug – 8 Nov 2026Tokyo · Kanto
