Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
This winter festival tours four Kanto cities with Japan's largest outdoor kotatsu setup, combining traditional warmth with street food culture in central urban locations.
14–15 Mar 2026Tokyo · KantoThis exhibition transforms 300+ ukiyo-e masterworks into immersive installations, with Osaka's edition featuring fragrance by Japanese brand Hatenkō.
17 Jan – 14 Mar 2026Osaka · KansaiAn expanded exhibition celebrates Japan's capsule toy culture through diverse works from 13 manufacturers and independent creators.
6 Feb – 2 Mar 2026Tokyo · KantoA winter festival brings outdoor dining under kotatsu blankets to four Kanto cities, serving warm seasonal dishes and regional food specialties.
27 Feb – 1 Mar 2026Kanagawa · KantoA seasonal celebration of Attack on Titan features stage events with anime voice actors, city-wide mystery games, and themed exhibitions.
6 Dec 2025 – 1 Mar 2026Oita · KyushuA winter festival transforms urban spaces into warm gathering spots with around 40 kotatsu tables, street food, and regional specialties.
20–23 Feb 2026Chiba · KantoThe Great Capcom Exhibition explores iconic games including Street Fighter, Resident Evil, and Monster Hunter through original artwork, character displays, and interactive experiences.
20 Dec 2025 – 22 Feb 2026Tokyo · KantoA Harajuku gallery presents sofubi works by Japanese and international artists exploring subtle cuteness through soft vinyl sculpture and limited-edition goods.
30 Jan – 15 Feb 2026Tokyo · KantoA final-edition snow candle festival at Jozankei Shrine illuminates the snowy landscape with 1,000 handmade candles, complemented by digital art installations.
27 Jan – 3 Feb 2026Hokkaido · HokkaidoThe Insect MANIAC exhibition at Nagoya City Science Museum showcases unusual specimens and research insights into the astonishing diversity of insects, spiders, and centipedes.
8 Nov 2025 – 1 Feb 2026Aichi · ChubuAn immersive experience allowing visitors to step into iconic scenes from Disney films, created with Walt Disney Animation Studios, now at Fukuoka City Museum.
13 Oct 2025 – 1 Feb 2026Fukuoka · KyushuA science exhibition frames monster-movie weapons and disasters through the lens of real-world hazard prevention, asking how science addresses the threats symbolized by Godzilla.
15–27 Jan 2026Tokyo · KantoAn immersive exhibition exploring the world of popular manga Dandadan through original artwork, storyboards, and themed zones showcasing occult-battle scenes.
29 Dec 2025 – 25 Jan 2026Fukuoka · KyushuInteractive exhibition celebrating the Attack on Titan anime with life-size character art, quiz challenges, and original merchandise at Bandai Namco's Osaka venue.
21 Nov 2025 – 12 Jan 2026Osaka · KansaiA hands-on festival featuring miniature Tomica cars and Plarail trains with interactive zones, giant dioramas, and fishing activities at Sapporo Factory.
27 Dec 2025 – 12 Jan 2026Hokkaido · HokkaidoA limited-time Star Wars pop-up store opens at Tokyo Character Street in Tokyo Station, featuring themed merchandise and rotating phases showcasing beloved franchise characters.
4 Jul 2025 – 12 Jan 2026Tokyo · KantoUniversal Studios Japan presents a new Christmas event featuring festive markets, a character-themed night show with music, dance, and fireworks.
19 Nov 2025 – 4 Jan 2026Osaka · KansaiTwo immersive Demon Slayer experiences at Nijigen no Mori transform the forest into interactive puzzle walks with character panels and projection-mapped anime scenes.
15 Mar – 14 Dec 2025Hyogo · Kansai
