Looking for something to do this weekend in Tokyo? Check out Guidable’s top pick of events and things to do this weekend.
Note: due to COVID-19, events are limited, and cancellations are frequent. Please check with the official homepage of the event before leaving home. Also, don’t forget to practice social distancing and wash your hands regularly.
Guidable’s Pick of Things to Do This Weekend in Tokyo
Can you believe it’s already September this weekend?? Here are some of our top picks for things to do this weekend in and around Tokyo, and online.
Geisai – Tokyo University of the Arts Festival *online*
Date: 3 ~ 5th September 2021
Who it’s for: artistic types
The Tokyo University of the Arts in Ueno (also known as Geidai) is holding its annual arts festival online again this year. The university is known for being exceptionally hard to enter, and full of talented geniuses. This is the perfect chance to get an inside look at the creative prestige that is Geidai. The event will broadcast a variety of projects and offers a student artwork exhibition.
Price: Free
Location: Online
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Escape from Jojo’s Bizarre Museum
Date: 26 August ~ 28 November (Tokyo), 8 October ~ 14 November (Kanagawa)
Who it’s for: manga and anime lovers
This escape event is a collaboration between popular TV anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: The Golden Wind” and Real Escape Game. Lovers of the show can enjoy a completely original story and take on the roles of Giorno, Bucharati and other characters from the anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: The Golden Wind”. Use the teams’ special abilities to solve the mystery and escape from the “Bizarre Museum”.
Price: 3,800 ~ 4,100 JPY
Location: Tokyo: Tokyo Mystery Circus 4F Himitsukichi Labo Small Hall, Kanagawa: Real Escape Game Yokohama
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Pierre Hermé Paris x The Strings Omotesando
Date: 14 July ~ 27 September 2021
Who it’s for: food lovers, fashionistas
For the first time in Japan, Pierre Hermé Paris has recreated the menu of the Beau Passage salon de théâtre, which can only be tasted in Paris, to make you feel as if you were on holiday in Paris.
There is a taste sensation for every occasion, from breakfast to an evening aperitif. For brunch, the menu offers freshly baked croissants and French toast, while for lunch and dinner, the traditional French beef cheek in red wine, seasonal pasta, chilled soups and foie gras parfait are all on the menu to satisfy. You can also indulge in shaved ice and frappes and afternoon tea with carefully selected unique cakes.
Locations:
BAR & GRILL DUMBO / The Strings Omotesando 2F for: Afternoon tea and dinner courses
Cafe & Dining ZelkovA / The Strings Omotesando 1F for: Brunch, Lunch, Shaved ice, Frappe
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Tokyo 2020 Fan Park
At the Tokyo 2020 Fan Park you can participate in Paralympic sports such as wheelchair basketball and see what it’s like to be a Paralympic athlete. Receive instruction from professional instructors, and play mini-games with other visitors.
To limit the spread of COVID-19, the event is restricted to Tokyo residents so you will need to bring proof of your Tokyo address, and apply online.
Price: Free
Location: Aomi Central Park, Koto-ku
Your Pick of Things to Do This Weekend in Tokyo
If you plan to go to any of these events, we would love to hear your thoughts. What are your favourite things to do at the weekend? Let us know!
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- Visit one of these 7 Luxurious Resort Pools in Tokyo
