The Best Things To Do in Tokyo This Month: April 2025

Irises at Yatsuhashi and Other Masterpieces on Display at the Nezu Museum

For only a few weeks each year, the Nezu Museum displays Ogata Korin’s “Irises at Yatsuhashi” screens, a jewel of the museum's collections.

Daido Moriyama and Sayre Gomez: "Hellooooo" Exhibition

Daido Moriyama’s Tokyo street photography meets the sharp grit of Sayre Gomez’s photorealistic Los Angeles paintings in this exhibition.

Andaz x Hebru Brantley Present 'Away We Go'

Multimedia artist Hebru Brantley is teaming up with Andaz hotels this spring to create a capsule collection titled "Away We Go."

Love Fashion: In Search of Myself Exhibition

A fashion exhibition from the archives of the Kyoto Costume, exploring clothing through our dreams and desires. From luxurious historical garments to iconic contemporary pieces from Alexander McQueen to Yohji Yamamoto, the show covers centuries of style to examine the deep connection that clothing has with human nature and the self.

Yudai Takeuchi and Bechir Boussandel's Yugen

UltraSuperNew Gallery is pleased to announce an exhibition by Béchir Boussandel & Yudai Takeuchi, exploring the essence of the Japanese word 幽玄 (Yugen). The French-Tunisian and Japanese artworks showcases a powerful call to reconnect with the essence of our existence.

Tokyo Kimono Show

Tokyo Kimono Show is a 3-day event celebrating the traditions of kimono and traditional culture. The event will host special exhibitions, performances, fashion shows, pop-up booths and workshops.

A24 Pop-Up

Style Department, a select shop with stores in Tokyo and Osaka, will hold a pop-up for the American-based indie film company A24. The pop-up will be held to commemorate the release of A24's new psycho-thriller film "The House of Heretics," which will be released nationwide on April 25. The lineup will include items that have never been sold in Japan before, such as goods that were previously only available to paid A24 members, T-shirts that will be resold for the event, and books related to the film.

Sashiko stitched tabi socks, c. 1940. Japan Folk Art Museum collection. Photo: Yuki Ogawa

Mingei: The Beauty of Everyday Things Exhibition

Ukiyo-e In Play Exhibition

Explore the evolution of traditional Japanese woodcut printing at the Contemporary Ukiyo-e Exhibition, featuring 85 artists reimagining the timeless art of ukiyo-e.

Miffy 70th Anniversary Exhibition

Miffy, the rabbit character created by Dutch picture book author and graphic designer Dick Bruna, is celebrating her 70th anniversary.

Wisteria and Hydrangea Early Summer Goldfish 2025

Dive into the beauty of early summer at Art Aquarium Museum GINZA’s Wisteria and Hydrangea Early Summer Goldfish 2025.

Yamada Koki's Nahar Exhibition

Wildlife photographer Koki Yamada's latest exhibition displays shots of the Bengal Tigers in their natural habitat.

Godzilla the Art 70th Anniversary Exhibition

Godzilla is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Godzilla the Art Exhibition at Mori Arts Center Gallery showcases 29 artists and their interpretation of the giant monster.

Kenjiro Okazaki Exhibition at Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo

Kenjiro Okazaki’s first major Tokyo retrospective highlights groundbreaking works, exploring the transformative power of form across media.

Sara Anstis 'Bath'

Perrotin Tokyo hosts Sara Anstis: Bath, the artist’s first solo show in Japan, featuring oil paintings and drawings that blend surrealism with historical influences.

Spring Festival at The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

For a unique way to enjoy cherry blossom season, The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) is holding its annual Spring Festival.

Brooklyn Museum Ancient Egypt Collection Exhibit at Mori Arts Center

Over 150 artifacts from Brooklyn Museum's ancient Egyptian collection are coming to Japan to be displayed at the Mori Arts Center Gallery in their new exhibition, "Unraveling the Mysteries of Ancient Egypt from Brooklyn Museum."

Thinking with Pokémon: Art and Environmental Education Exhibition

Tama Art University is hosting their third rendition of the "Thinking with Pokémon: Art and Environmental Education" exhibition. Art students have reimagined over 70 Pokémon characters recycling everyday items as art materials.

Theatrical Undersurface by Fabien Verschaere

French artist Fabien Verschaere debuts in Japan with “Theatrical Undersurface," featuring 18 vibrant watercolors at Institut français Tokyo.

Polygon1993's 'Paradigm Shifters'

Paradigm Shifters embodies the Web3 ethos of empowering artists by breaking away from traditional art hierarchies. It places the artist at the center, bypassing intermediaries to elevate voices that have historically been marginalized or overlooked. This shift is about redefining the creative landscape and supporting innovation.

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The Sakura Skytree

For a limited time, Tokyo Skytree is having a special seasonal event to highlight the beauty of sakura, with new interior decorations and installations, seasonal drinks and outer lighting. 

Art Exhibition: Half Made Heaven

In her second solo exhibition, Swedish artist Josephine Rossing explores the intersection of landscape and poerty at the Hiromart Gallery.

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Loewe Crafted World Exhibition

Loewe's large scale exhibition celebrates the brand's rich history, Spanish heritage and the joy of making things by hand. Check out the brand's collaboration with Studio Ghibli, which includes immersive installations and designs featuring film characters.

FIRST LAST by Tomokazu Matsuyama

Renowned contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama presents his first major solo exhibition in Tokyo, “FIRST LAST supported by UNIMAT GROUP,” from March 8 to May 11, 2025, at Azabudai Hills Gallery. Known for his bold colors and dynamic compositions, Matsuyama, who has spent over 25 years in New York’s art scene, showcases around 40 works, including 15 large-scale pieces premiering in Japan.

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No Unchi, No Life: The Poo Exhibition

Tokyo has many weird and wonderful events going on, but an entire exhibition dedicated to poo is one of the best.

Sophie Taeuber-Arp and Jean Arp Exhibition

Celebrating the visionary duo Sophie Taeuber-Arp and Jean Arp, this exhibition explores their radical art and design fusion in the Dadaist movement. Together their work redefined 20th century modernism — offering a vibrant dialogue between form, freedom, and creative synergy.

Hokusai: Another Story in Tokyo Immersive Exhibit

Hokusai's masterpiece ukiyo-e come to life in a way never experienced before. This immersive experience presents the beauty of Hokusai's art with modern technology for an interactive exhibit.

Machine Love: Video Game, AI and Contemporary Art

"Machine Love: Video Game, AI and Contemporary Art" at the Mori Art Museum spotlights contemporary artists that utilize game engines, generative AI and virtual reality technologies as tools for their visualization. 

Hilma af Klint: The Beyond

Go and see the new exhibition of pineoreeing abstract artist Hilma af Klint (1862-1994) coming to the National Museum of Modern Art in March.

Living Modernity: 1920s–1970s Architecture Exhibition

"Living Modernity" explores the home as an innovative space of beauty, and the 20th century ideals that shaped how we live today. Showcasing projects from Japan, Europe, America and Brazil, the exhibition includes an impressive name-call of iconic architects, and shares how Japan responded to modernism with a focus on natural materials. With display objects spanning graphic art, models and immersive experiences, this exhibition is sure to delight fans of interior and architectural design, alongside anyone who has ever taken pleasure in a Zillow scrolling session.

Joan Miró Exhibition

From March 1 to July 6, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum will host a retrospective dedicated to Joan Miró, one of the 20th century's most celebrated artists.

Exhibition: World Fair in Japan 1970-2005

Architecture fans will delight in this deep dive into Japan’s Expo designs, from Osaka in the ’70’s to Aichi 2005’s eco-conscious pavilions.

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Ashikaga Flower Park Great Wisteria Festival 2025

Witness one of the world's most impressive expanses of wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park. Throughout April and May, the iconic park turns violet with the great wisteria in full-bloom, and special illuminations make the park glow in the evenings. The park is open year-round, and other flowers will be visible during festival dates, including azaleas.

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

Witness the expanse of shibazakura (turf cherry blossoms) color Yamanashi Prefecture's Fuji Motosuko Resort in a carpet of bright pink, with a backdrop of the magnificent Mount Fuji. Check the resort's official Instagram for live updates on blooming conditions.

Keisei Rose Garden 'The Queen of Heart's Tree Castle'

Experience the Keisei Rose Garden's spring festival, "The Queen of Heart's Tree Castle," where the garden turns into a rose-filled theme park. Throughout the festival period, guests can enjoy tea in the small castle inside the garden, and ride a merry-go-round or the self-driving car to explore the garden premises. 

Midtown Blossom 2025

Enjoy sakura season at Tokyo Midtown with relaxing hanami spaces, exclusive seasonal menus, art exhibits, workshops and shopping events. 

Hibiya Blossom 2025

The shopping area of Hibiya, along with its open-plan space, will be sporting all sorts of flowery delights. These include a 15,000-artificial flower-filled dome inspired by the hit musical "Wicked," to a gorgeous flower-filled corridor.

Sunshine 60 Observatory Sakura Festival

The Tembo Park Sakura Festival brings cherry blossom season indoors. Enjoy a sakura celebration with amazing cityscapes, workshops and a picnic from 251 meters above. 

Showa Kinen Park Flower Festival 2025

Enjoy spring in Japan with a beautiful flower festival at Showa Kinen Park. Highlights include the tulip garden and nemophila field, and an outdoor barbecue and seasonal dishes and sweets are available in the park restaurants during the event.

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.

Iggy Pop Gig

Iggy Pop, commonly known as the "Godfather of Punk," is coming to Tokyo for two gigs in April. Originally becoming famous as the lead singer of The Stooges, Iggy has gone on to international stardom as a solo artist with a long-term partnership with David Bowie. In 2020, Iggy was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award for his solo career. 

Superfuzz Presents: Sextile at Circus Tokyo

Party promoters and DJ collective, Superfuzz, bring Sextile to Tokyo's Circus venue for a rebel-raisng all-night affair. 

Synchronicity Festival 2025

Back for its 20th year, Synchronicity is a weekend festival held across several venues in Shibuya. The urban music and art festival features over 50 artists including Soil & "Pimp" Sessions, Mass of the Fermenting Dregs and w.o.d.

Eric Clapton Tour

Rock superstar Eric Clapton is descending on Tokyo for 8 gigs, as part of his 2025 residency at the Nippon Budokan.

Angura Presents: Shock Factor 2 at Shimokitazawa Basement Bar

Shock Factor returns with a fresh lineup of stunning rock and dream pop bands guaranteed to send a shock through your body and soul.

Rock Band Asia Tour in Japan

Asia, the British rock supergroup, is coming to Japan with two gigs in Tokyo and two in Osaka. The group was a fixture of the 80s rock scene.

Rainbow Disco Club 2025

Rainbow Disco Club returns in April, featuring a host a key names in the world of underground dance music, including Gilles Peterson.

Earth, Wind & Fire Japan Tour 2025

Disco legends, Earth wind & Fire will be bringing fellow disco/soul pioneers, Nile Rodgers and Chic, along in support. 

The Offspring Supercharged Worldwide Tour 2025

The Offspring are joined on the Japanese leg of their tour by fellow veteran rockers, Simple Plan, so you can live out you rock dreams.

Tokyo Spring Festival 2025

As the cherry blossoms bloom, Tokyo’s largest classical music festival, Tokyo Spring Music Festival, returns to Ueno for its 21st edition.

Race Against Dementia Event & Online Auction

An exclusive charity luncheon and auction will take place at Grand Hyatt Tokyo on April 2, bringing together F1 legends, corporate leaders and philanthropists for an event benefiting groundbreaking dementia research.

Shooting for the Stars: AUW Fundraising Event

The Japan Committee for Asian University for Women is honored to invite you to this year’s fundraising event, Shooting for the Stars, on April 10 at the Tokyo American Club, featuring guest speaker and pioneering astronaut Naoko Yamazaki.

JOJO Day Stage

New details on the highly anticipated JOJO Day Stage, a special festival celebrating the beloved JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime.

The Apothecary Diaries Art Exhibition

The Apothecary Diaries have been a hot favorite this year due to its blend of wit, humor and intriguing mysteries. Uncover it all at "The Apothecary Diaries' Exhibition" that will feature famous scenes from the series and video exhibitions. This event marks the very first public showing of some of the anime production materials such as original drawings, storyboards and art pieces.

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Trigun Stampede Exhibition

To celebrate the second anniversary of the anime Trigun Stampede, Animate's flagship Ikebukuro store is hosting a special exhibition with concept art pieces of characters, cityscapes and weaponry.

Dandadan Limited Time Cafe

A Dandadan cafe is coming to Tokyo for five weeks. Treat yourself to a "Psychic Parfait" and wash it down with an Okuran-inspired Melon Soda! The cafe will be in Tokyo for only five weeks before moving to Osaka and Miyaga, so catch it while you can. You can book online to reserve your space in this limited time anime 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!

ONE PIECE ONLY

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

Osamu Tezuka's "Phoenix" Exhibition

This exhibition will cover Phoenix, a manga series that was famously unfinished by the celebrated manga author but is known for its unique themes. The aim of this exhibition is to interpret the meaning of the Phoenix through the manga which carries heavy themes of life and its relation to the universe.

Hanami Premium View Plan at Rooftop Bar Andaz Tokyo

For a limited time, 18 groups per day can enjoy the Hanami Premium View Plan with stunning views at Rooftop Bar Andaz Tokyo.

Shakey’s World Tour Indian Ocean Fair 

The second Shakey's World Tour is currently taking place, with the latest stage being countries that border the Indian Ocean

Tokyo DisneySea Food & Wine Festival

The Food & Wine Festival returns for a second year at Tokyo DisneySea. Guests can sample a variety of dishes and exclusive seasonal beverages.

Sapporo Beer The Perfect Black Label Wagon Event

Sapporo's Perfect Black Label Wagon is touring at 13 stops celebrating their flagship draft beer around the country. Guests can enjoy Sapporo beer and other exclusive goods at the event.

Shochu 100 Event at Maruyama, K5

The Maruyama izakaya at the K5 hotel will be hosting recurring shochu events with the first one set to take place on April 13.

Mori no Beer Garden's 40th Edition

Mori no Beer Garden is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat barbecue and an all-you-can-eat drinks menu.

Craft Sake Week 2025

Returning for the sixth time this April, Craft Sake Week Festival 2025 will take Roppingi by storm. With a lineup of over 120 breweries selected from over 400 applicants, this carefully curated lineup will wow any sake drinker.

Hilton Tokyo Odaiba's BBQ Terrace Ablaze Is Open

Hilton Tokyo Odaiba's open terrace, Ablaze, offers a luxurious BBQ experience with panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and Tokyo Tower. 

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Bills Spring-Summer 2025 Menu

The all-day dining restaurant Bills (stylized as bills) starts its spring-summer 2025 menu at all eight locations in Japan from April 22.

Craft Gyoza Fes 2025

Sample over 30 kinds of craft gyoza, fried rice, drinks and even dessert gyoza at the Craft Gyoza Fes 2025. The festival's extensive menu has an incredible variety of flavors and combinations in each dumpling.

Hangyodon 40th Anniversary Cafe

Hangyodon, Sanrio's popular fish-like character, is turning 40 this year. To celebrate, a pop-up cafe is serving Chinese-inspired dishes, treats, drinks and exclusive merchandise. 

Rooftop Bar's Sakura Mixology Cocktails

This spring, the Rooftop Bar is serving three exclusive Sakura Mixology Cocktails, blending creativity with unexpected ingredients.

The Tavern - Grill & Lounge Sakura Afternoon Tea

Celebrate the beauty of cherry blossom season with a limited-time Sakura Afternoon Tea at The Tavern - Grill & Lounge.

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Cabin Nakameguro's Hanami Menu

Cabin Nakameguro is rolling out its seasonal "Hanami at Cabin," which includes its signature cherry blossom cocktail.

The Belcomo's 'Fingershoot' Cocktail Program

The Belcomo is now offering "Fingershoot," a new cocktail program that combines five appetizers with five drinks.

Chinaroom Hosts Renowned Cantonese Chef Jacob Huang

For one week only this February, Chinaroom is welcoming acclaimed Michelin-Starred Chef Jacob Huang to Tokyo.

Jade Garden Special Chef Collaboration Event

For around two months, Chef Kent Jin Qiang is presenting a special menu at Jade Garden, Hyatt Regency Tokyo.

The Oak Door Bar’s Sakurao Cocktails

With hanami season approaching, Grand Hyatt Tokyo is exploring the complex flavors of Sakurao Gin through a range of cocktails.

Le Petit Chef

ANA InterContinental Tokyo recently announced the opening of Le Petit Chef, a cinema dining restaurant with projection mapping.

Bandai Namco's 'Tales of' Series 30th Anniversary Exhibition

Bandai Namco Entertainment's "Tales of" role-playing video game franchise is commemorating its 30th anniversary this year. This special exhibit will feature character and scenery artwork, tribute illustrations and original drawings.