digi-joho Tokyo Travel LOCAL EVENTS
Hiejinja Shrine Sanno Matsuri
Jun. 7 - 17, 2025
One of the three largest traditional festivals in Tokyo and even in Japan, has a long history back to the Edo Period.
Iris Flower Festival at Koiwa Shobu GardenJun. 7 - 22, 2025
The iris garden at the Edogawa River Bank is filled with 50000 iris flowers in 100 different varieties. Admission Free.
Bunkyo Ajisai (Hydrangea) Festival
Jun. 7 - 15, 2025
Bunkyo Ajisai Matsuri (Hydrangea) Festival is held at Hakusan-jinja shrine and the Hakusan-koen garden in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. More than 3,000 hydrangeas will be in full bloom during the festival.
Tori (Bird) Merch Festival - Summer
Jul. 4 - 5, 2026
This is a market event that showcases and sells bird-themed merchandise created by artists.
All Japan Records & CDs
Jul. 4 and 5, 2026
In Asakusa, thirty used record shops across Japan will convene to showcase/sell unique records and CDs, including vintage vinyl copies.
Cat Goods Show - Nyangu-haku
June 20 - 21, 2026
Featuring cats, 80 creators and shops showcase and sell their original goods like stationery and handmade accessories.
Japanese Iris Festival - Katsuhika Shoubu Matsuri May. 25 - Jun.14. 2026
Katsushika City in Tokyo has a traditional iris garden, "Horikiri Iris Garden," with a history of hundred years, has been depicted in Ukiyoe woodblock prints by renowned artists such as Utagawa Hiroshige and Suzuki Harunobu.
Iris and Hydrangea Festival at Odawara Castle (near Hakone)
May 30- Jun. 14 2026
Japanese Iris (Shobu) and hydrangea (Ajisai) in the castle garden will be in bloom during the festival period. Admission is free to enter the garden.
Japanese Iris garden in Fukiage, Oume City, opens late May to mid. June
Lies in a tranquil area nestled in forests in Ome, Tokyo, the 2.1 hectares of the garden are filled with more than 250 varieties of different iris flowers.
Ajisai Flower (Hydrangea) Festival at Takahatafudo Temple
Jun, 1 - 30, 2026
Located in the western area of Tokyo Prefecture, this historic temple has 2700 Hydrangea in 200 different varieties, filling the temple ground and the hillside behind the building.
Shimoda Ajisai (Hydrangea) Festival
| Jun.1 - 30 2026
Held at Shimoda Koen Park situated on a small mountain near the Perry Road in Shimoda, Izu. 3 million various Hydrangea flowers will color the park during the festival.
YohaS - Open air art event in Chiba city
Jun. 5 - 6, 2026
A night art festival themed on the Ooga lotus will take place at Chiba-koen Park. The event will feature a showcase of digital art, as well as live dance and music performances. Visitors can also enjoy dazzling lighting displays.
Kimono Sale in Asakusa Jun. 11- 14, 2026
Kimono seller Tansuya is hosting a sale event in Asakusa featuring a variety of used and brand-new kimonos
Fancy Stationery Expo in Ariake
Jun. 11- 14, 2026
Dedicated to Bungu stationery lovers. 165 companies and creators display and sell their original, unique stationery.
Grab-a-drink Festival at Ueno Park
Jun. 11 - 14, 2026
78 food and drink stalls will be set up, mainly from those with Tokyo's downtown atmosphere. Enjoy original whisky soda and beer in a standing bar style and live performances by artists on stages, the Japanese tradition of "Yosakoi," famous Japanese musicians, and more.
Doll Animal Festival
June 13th(Sat) 2026
A tradeshow featuring dolls and related items: antique dolls, toy dolls, Japanese dolls, teddy bears, and various doll-making materials.
Georgia Festival at Yoyogi Park
June 13 and 14, 2026
There will be stalls offering Georgian wine and local specialties like Shkmeruli and Khachapuri, where you can also find beautiful handicrafts for sale. On the afternoon of the 13th, enjoy lively folk dances and traditional music performances on stage.
Turkey Festival at Yoyogi Park
June 13 and 14, 2026
Turkish folk dance and music performances will be on stage. Admission is free.
Yokohama Handmade Marche | Jun. 20 - 21, 2026
Held in Yokohama, this is one of Japan's largest handmade events, featuring creators and artists who showcase and sell original works and homemade sweets at about 3200 booths.
