digi-joho Tokyo Travel LOCAL EVENTS
Sawara Water Parade
Mar. 7. 2026
Traditional Japanese musicians and people in colorful clothing float on small wooden boats along the Onogawa stream in Sawara's historic district. Sawara is relatively close to Narita City, the home of Narita International Airport.
A giant pyramid displaying hundreds of Hina Dolls
Feb. 19 - Mar.8. 2025
A 7m-high "towering" pyramid filled with colorful kimono dolls stands at a shopping mall in Konosu
New Year's Celebration Events at the Tokyo National Museum Jan 1 - 25 2026
Celebrating the New Year 2026, various special events will take place at the Tokyo National Museum, Ueno, Tokyo. The zodiac animal of 2026 is Uma or Horse, and collections related to snakes will be exhibited.
Oedo Antique Market at Tokyo International Forum Jan. 18, 25, 2026
A flea market held in front of the Tokyo International Forum Building, just one minute away from JR Yurakucho Station in Ginza. Admission Free.
Japan Hot Cocktail Fair in Ueno Jan. 28 - Feb. 1, 2026
Hot cocktails and drinks like hot sake, hot wine, lemonade, and cocoa warm both your body and heart during cold winter days. This event offers a chance to enjoy a variety of hot beverages and foods while promoting social interaction.
Kanto and Tokai Flower Exhibition
Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2026
1,800 flowers from producers in 11 prefectures and the Tokyo area are on display. The event will feature 100 stunning flower arrangements and a special showcase from Gunma Prefecture.
Tori (Bird) Merch Festival Jan. 31 - Feb. 1, 2026
This is a market event that showcases and sells bird-themed merchandise created by artists.
Daffodils festival at Kasai Rinkai Park
Feb. 7 - 8, 2026
This seaside park in Tokyo has a large flower bed with 57,000 daffodils in bloom! Experience the beauty of different types of daffodils showcased in famous flower spots across Japan.
Plum blossom viewing at Mukojima Hyakkaen Garden Feb. 7 - Mar. 1, 2026
The historic garden in Tokyo will hold events to enjoy traditional Japanese culture and the plum blossoms together when they are in full bloom.
Lerch Ski Festival in Niigata
Feb. 7 - 8, 2026
This event is held at Kanayasan Ski Area in Joetsu City to commemorate Major Lerch, an Austrian who introduced skiing techniques to Japan. There will be food stalls selling beer, sausages, and unique dishes from Joetsu City. During the event, free shuttle bus service is available.
Sweet Potato "Satsumaimo" Food Fes
Feb. 11 - 15. 2026
A food event featuring sweet potatoes or Satsumaimo. The venue will be lined with stalls offering a variety of sweet potato sweets.
Fly fishing handcraft exhibition in Asakusa
Feb. 13 - 15, 2026
A local hobby show featuring fly fishing gear.
