This week is for learning more about the world around you. From stories behind famous book characters, different cultures across Japan and even the plants in your own backyard.
Local Festival
Ueno Summer Festival
Spread across two weeks, this summer festival boasts of attractions for every age group. Expect an antique market near Shinobazu Pond, a monkey show and live musical performances. There will also be delicious festival snacks at food booths and other entertaining events for the crowd!
Date: SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, JUL. 31, 2022
Time: 3 P.M.-8 P.M.
Location: UENO PARK, 2 UENO KOEN, TAITO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS
Down the Rabbit Hole
Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser seeks to trace back the influence Alice in Wonderland has gained throughout the 19th century until today. From illustrations to movies, ballet costume pieces and even designer items the likes of Vivienne Westwood, expect to see a vast collection of all things related to Alice in Wonderland.
Date: SAT, JUL. 16 - MON, OCT. 10 , 2022
Time: 10 A.M. - 8 P.M. (until 6 P.M. on MON, TUE AND WED)
Location: Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 52F, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ADULT: ¥2,100 (WEEKDAY) ¥2,300 (WEEKEND), CHILD: ¥700 (WEEKDAY) ¥900 (WEEKEND)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, ALICE IN WONDERLAND FANS
Get Crafty
Handmade in Japan Festival 2022
Spend a weekend meeting all kinds of creatives at the Handmade in Japan Festival. This even aims to bring together different artists from hobbyists to professionals. Watch live painting sessions, join a workshop or two or even splurge on some handmade crafts of your own.
Date: SAT, JUL. 23 - SUN, JUL. 24, 2022
Time: 11 A.M. - 7 P.M.
Location: Tokyo Big Site East Hall, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ¥1,300
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, CREATIVES
Go Exploring
Tropical Plant Land
The Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden is a botanical garden located in Hikarigaoka, Nerima City. One of the major attractions of Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden are its seasonal blooms, especially roses. This summer, have your little ones learn more about the world around them. Limited to 100 participants, you'll be given a map to show you which plants in the garden you need to track down. If you're successful you'll be given a voucher to enjoy a mini rose soft serve (cafe business days only).
Date: SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, AUG. 28, 2022 (CLOSED ON TUE)
Time: 10 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Location: Shinki No Kaori Rose Garden, 5-2 Hikarigaoka, Nerima City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
A Closer Look
Okinawan Prospects
In this exhibit by Kazuyuki Kawaguchi, he highlights Okinawa through the lens of change. See which aspects of Okinawa have evolved throughout the early 2000's to present day and what has stayed the same.
Date: THU, JUL. 14 - SUN, JUL. 24, 2022
Time: 12 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location: Photographers’ Gallery, 2-16-11, Shinjuku City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, CREATIVES
For the Future
Satoshi Kako: What I Wanted to Convey to Children
Enter the world of children's book author Satoshi Kako in this latest exhibit. Over his lifetime Kako created 600 artworks, most of which were picture books for children. Here you can view Kako's earliest work, animated shows centering on his life after experiencing the war and learn the origin behind his best selling books.
Date: SAT, JUL. 16 - SUN, SEP. 4, 2022 (CLOSED TUE, JUL. 26)
Time: 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. (UP TO 9:00 P.M. ON FRI AND SAT)
Location: Bunkamura Museum, 2-24-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: CHILDREN FREE (ADULT: ¥1,400)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
Count The Stars
Tokyo Tower's Milky Way Illumination
Have you ever dreamed of watching the Milky Way unveil before your eyes across the night sky? Well, this summer, although not exactly the actual thing, you can see this in the heart of Tokyo. This weekend, follow the 600-step, star-studded outer staircase up to Tokyo Tower’s main observatory for a 360° Milky Way illumination. Inspired by the Tanabata love story legend, this is the perfect place to take that special someone out this summer.
Date: Now through Sun, Sep. 4, 2022
Time: 9 A.M.-11 P.M.
Location: TOKYO TOWER, MAIN OBSERVATORY 1F, 4-2-8, SHIBAKOEN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: ¥1,200 (GENERAL)
Info: Recommended for: Couples, Families, Friends, Instagrammers
Are You A Spring, Summer, Autumn Or Winter Type?
Find Your Seasonal Color Palette
What is your color palette? You might be struggling to find the perfect color combination for your dream wardrobe. Fear no more, seasonal color experts in Japan have a way to help you choose what or what not to wear. Exploding in popularity among Japanese fashionistas, seasonal color analysis—Japan-style—is the answer to your fashion prayers. See more info link.
Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: VARIED
Fee: VARIED
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FASHION FANS
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