As lively as ever, Japan’s capital is full of live events, pop-up shops, exhibitions and more. Check out the best things to do in Tokyo this weekend.

Tokyo Festivals and Outdoor Events

Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World at Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disneyland has transformed into a treat-themed overlay for Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World with new entertainment, photo spots, exclusive merchandise, menus and more. 

Date & Time Jan 15-Mar 16・
Price starting at ¥8900
Location Tokyo Disney Resort
More Info Dates for certain attractions, merchandise and food items may differ

My Melody & Kuromi Anniversary Party at Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland

To celebrate My Melody's 50th anniversary and Kuromi's 20th anniversary, Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland theme parks will have new attractions, entertainment, photo spots, merchandise and food.

Date & Time Jan 17-Dec 31・・Specific event and attraction dates may vary
Price
Location Sanrio Puroland

Tokyo Live Music and Night Life Events

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Tokyo Community and Performative Events

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Tokyo Anime and Manga Events

Ranma 1/2 "Nekohanten" Collaboration Cafe

Ranma 1/2 is back with a brand new anime series that brings all of our favorite characters back with modern animation. Commemorate this hilarious anime by checking out it's "Nekohanten" pop-up cafe. The cafe will offer food and drinks, including dessert, all inspired by character from the series

Date & Time Dec 27, 2024-Feb 16, 2025・10:00-21:00・Opening and closing times may be subject to change based on Shibuya PARCO's business hours
Price Free
Location Shibuya Parco 6F TOKYO PARADE goods&cafe
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

demon slayer hashira exhibition

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Hashira Exhibition

This Demon Slayer exhibition will explore the charms and personalities of all nine of the hashira who each have their own backstories.

Date & Time Nov 2, 2024-Mar 2, 2025・10:00-20:00
Price From ¥1,000 for exhibition tickets
Location CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO
More Info Cafe tickets must be purchased separately

full metal alchemist cafe

Full Metal Alchemist x Yomi No Tsugai Cafe

This cafe combines two beloved series into one unforgettable dining experience. Expect items themed after dishes from the steampunk world of Full Metal Alchemist and the murky shadow realms of Yomi no Tsugai. Limited edition merch will also be available!

Date & Time Jan 29-Apr 20・
Price Free
Location MOTTO Cafe Ikebukuro
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

ONE PIECE ONLY

This unique One Piece exhibit will allow fans of the series to experience never-before-seen aspects from the manga.

Date & Time Oct 9, 2024-May 13, 2025・10:00-18:00
Price From ¥800
Location Tachikawa Play! Museum

Tokyo Exhibitions and Art Shows

T2 Collection 'Collecting? Connecting?' Exhibition

The T2 Collection Exhibition will showcase around 35 artworks, including pieces from artists Tatsuo Miyajima, Kohei Nawa and Reijiro Wada.

Date & Time Oct 4, 2024-Mar 16, 2025・11:00-18:00・Enter by 17:00
Price ¥1,500
Location What Museum

Tokyo Food and Drink Events

Nandemo Ikimono Onigiri Pop Up Shop

The popular character series "Nandemo Ikimono" has opened a pop up onigiri shop at Rayard Miyashita Park. The shop will serve onigiri with various toppings and exclusive merchandise. 

Date & Time Jan 18-Feb 16・11:00-21:00
Price
Location Rayard Miyashita Park
More Info shop is located on 2nd floor, Miyashita+

Rooftop Bar Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills Hot Japanese Gin Cocktails

This winter guests visiting the Rooftop Bar Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills have the choice of three exclusive hot Japanese gin cocktails.

Date & Time Jan 01-Feb 28・17:00~
Price ¥2,750 *Prices are inclusive of consumption tax and subject to a 15% service charge
Location Rooftop Bar Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills

The French Kitchen's Crab and Roast Beef Semi-Buffet Dinner with Seasonal Desserts

The French Kitchen, on the second floor of Grand Hyatt Tokyo, is offering a crab and roast beef semi-buffet dinner.

Date & Time Jan 15-Feb 28・18:00-21:30
Price ¥13,200 per person, ¥13,895 with a drink (sparkling wine)
Location The French Kitchen

Illumination Beer Garden and Order Buffet at the Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island, Okinawa

The Lobby Lounge & Bar at Hyatt Regency Hotel Seragaki Island, Okinawa is launching an extra-special made-to-order buffet to coincide with the illumination display on the hotel grounds.

Date & Time Nov 8, 2024-Mar 31, 2025・17:00-21:00・L.O. 20:45
Price ¥4,400 (ORDER BUFFET) | ¥7,150 (THE LOBBY “BEER GARDEN” PLAN) Including consumption tax and are subject to an additional service charge.
Location THE ISLAND 1F LOBBY LOUNGE & BAR, HYATT REGENCY HOTEL

Le Pristine Tokyo's Weekend Brunch Menu

Renowned chef Sergio Herman has crafted a weekend brunch menu at Le Pristine Tokyo that reflects his remarkable culinary journey.

Date & Time Feb 01-Mar 31・12:00-15:00・Last order is 13:30. The brunch is only served on weekends.
Price ¥9,570 for the 4-Course Menu
Location Le Pristine Restaurant Tokyo
More Info ¥17,600 for the Piollot Free-Flow (includes other alcohol and soft drinks) and ¥14,300 for the Botan Free-Flow

Tokyo Game Events

Tokyo Game Dungeon 2025

If you've ever wanted to see what the indie video game scene in Japan has to offer, look no further than Tokyo Game Dungeon. This is a biannual exhibition of games made by solo developers or small teams in Japan. You'll be able to try out games, purchase them and even interact directly with their creators.

Date & Time Feb 15-16・12:00-17:00
Price ¥750
Location Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho Hall 5F Exhibition Room
More Info Free admission after 16:00 | Free for elementary school aged children and under, however they must be accompanied by a guardian

Persona 5 The Royal & The Phantom X Cafe

This is a gaming collab cafe that Persona fans don't want to miss. The Persona 5 The Royal & The Phantom X Cafe will feature drinks and food inspired by the world of the Persona series.

Date & Time Jan 24-Feb 26・11:00-21:00
Price Reservations must be made on the Sweets Paradise app
Location Animax+ Cafe

nier pop up cafe

NieR Pop-Up Cafe

Square Enix's hit action RPG series NieR will be getting it's own collaboration cafe. Savor an exciting menu featuring dishes inspired by characters within NieR. Orders of food and drinks will also come with bonuses like limited edition coasters.

Date & Time Feb 01-Mar 31・09:00-20:30
Price ¥1000
Location Square Enix Cafe
More Info Food and drinks are not included in the reservation fee and must be purchased separately

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