Annual events in Tokyo include everything from sports competitions to spring festivals, cutting-edge theatre productions to international trade fairs.
Here are just a few of the events in Tokyo that expats can look forward to.
Annual events in Tokyo
National Foundation Day Parade (February)
A public holiday in Japan, this event commemorates the crowning of Japan’s first emperor in 660 BC. A parade travels through Meiji Park and Omote-Sando Street (where portable shrines join the parade), culminating at Meiji Shrine.
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival (March)
At the start of spring, cherry trees erupt into pink and white blossoms, giving the city a magical aura. The event is celebrated with hanami parties that take the form of picnics, drinking, singing and dancing. Street stalls appear and musicians in costume serenade the picnickers.
Great Japan Beer Festival (June)
An annual event held in mid-June, this festival is one of the most popular in Tokyo. Visitors can sample local and international beers.
Japan F1 Grand Prix (October)
Typically held during the first week of October, this is one of the most popular events of the Formula 1 season.
Tokyo International Film Festival (October/November)
One of the largest film events in Asia, this two-week event sees a huge variety of Japanese and international films screened, as well as an awards ceremony.
Setagaya Boro Ichi (December)
A market originating in the 16th century, this timeless event is held in mid-December in Setagaya where hundreds of stallholders sell everything from priceless antiques to bric-a-brac.
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