Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
The 'Naked Festival' features mikoshi carried into the sea, a boisterous parade through town, and shrines tossed high against fireworks and songs of joy.
23–24 Sep 2026Chiba · KantoBonobono, 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.
4 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoThis two-day tasting event in Gunma brings together local sake breweries and regional cuisine, featuring over 30 alcohol booths and seminars for enthusiasts.
3–4 Oct 2026Gunma · KantoAn autumn festival held in October with origins tracing to a 1608 rainmaking ritual, featuring 27 ornately carved musical floats from the Edo period.
10–11 Oct 2026Tochigi · KantoEach October the old castle town of Sakura fills with towering doll floats, portable shrines and Edo-descended music for three days of procession.
9–11 Oct 2026Chiba · KantoTokyo's premier shopping street for professional cooking tools holds its 40th annual festival, drawing over 300,000 visitors for unique finds.
7–13 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 · KantoJapan's largest free urban sports festival returns to Yokohama's Red Brick Warehouse on 17–18 October 2026, with eight disciplines and free admission.
17–18 Oct 2026Kanagawa · KantoJapan's largest itasha and cosplay festival returns with around 1,000 character-wrapped vehicles, live entertainment stages, and collaborative displays of car culture.
18 Oct 2026Tokyo · KantoA major hobby show features over 80 manufacturers showcasing detailed model kits, collectible figures, and remote-controlled vehicles.
18–19 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.
17–19 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.
24–26 Oct 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 · KantoJapan's largest outdoor ramen festival brings together award-winning regional noodle traditions from across the country in rotating lineups at Tokyo park.
23 Oct – 3 Nov 2026Tokyo · Kanto
