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.
Ariake Kotto Antique Market
Feb. 21 - 23, 2026
One of the largest antique markets in Tokyo will be held at Tokyo Big Sight in Odaiba.
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.
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.
Tokyo Marathon
March. 1. 2026
If you are planning to travel around Tokyo by car or bicycle on that day, be sure to check the road closures.
Daruma Dall Market at Jindaiji Temple
Mar 3 and 4, 2026
The Daruma Dolls, a lucky charm to wish one’s dream come true, are sold at nearly 300 stalls standing around the Jindaiji temple, where the Daruma Mass is held.
Art Fair Tokyo Mar. 13 - 15 2026
One of the largest international art fairs in Japan.
Exhibition and sale of art works
Adachi Fish Market Public Open Day
Mar. 14, 2026
Adachi Fish Market opens to the locals on a Saturday (usually on the second Saturday) every two months (odd-numbered months). Open from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. The earlier you get there, the better.
JAPAN DOLLSHOUSE ASSOCIATION FESTA
Mar. 15, 2026
One of Japan's best exhibitions and sales events for miniatures and dollhouses. The event offers artists from all over Japan the chance to present, sell, and appreciate their works, as well as interact with one another.
Food Festival (Oden & Sake) Ueno Park - Feb. 19 - 23, 2026
A local food festival featuring Oden and Sake. Oden is a local Japanese dish that varies by region, primarily consisting of fish cakes and vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. Oden pairs perfectly with hot sake, a winter specialty to enjoy.
A giant pyramid displaying hundreds of Hina Dolls
Feb. 20 - Mar.7. 2026
A 7m-high "towering" pyramid filled with colorful kimono dolls stands at a shopping mall in Konosu
Wintersweet full bloom on Mt. Hodosan in Chichibu
Early February
☆Day trip from Tokyo ☆Walking ☆River boating
📍Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture
Outdoor Art Exhibition at Koganei Park | Feb. 28 - Mar. 22, 2026
Experience artworks nestled among the trees, feel the light and breeze of early spring.
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan will undergo renovations from May 2026
The performing arts facility will be closed for about three years for renovations. Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is famous for its modern architecture and great acoustics. Consider catching a performance before it closes!
