Tokyo Events May 2026: Festivals, Food Fairs & Cultural Highlights Guide
This article was made by my own wish to find a comprehensive guide to events at travel destinations. I was born and raised in Shibuya. All the events I'm featuring here are ones that I personally recommend to international visitors, based on my own experience in Tokyo.
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Introduction
In Tokyo during May, temperatures average around 20 degrees Celsius, making it comfortable for outdoor activities. On sunny days, you'll even see people walking around in short sleeves.
In Japan, a holiday season called "Golden Week" occurs for about 10 days from late April to early May. During this period when work and schools are closed, Tokyo becomes particularly lively with large crowds gathering in the city.
Various festivals and events are held across different areas of Tokyo during May.
In this article, we'll introduce an overview and highlights of notable Tokyo Events May 2026, providing you with essential information about these celebrations.
These events offer a chance to experience Japanese festival culture and traditional celebrations firsthand, so we encourage you to visit the venues.
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Traditional Tokyo Events May 2026
Kanda Matsuri
If you're visiting Tokyo in May, consider participating in the Kanda Matsuri. This traditional Japanese event is counted among Japan's three major festivals, alongside Kyoto's Gion Festival and Osaka's Tenjin Festival.
The Kanda Matsuri runs for six days, but in my opinion, the main highlight is the "Shinko Festival" on the third day. During the Shinko Festival, people dressed in Heian period costumes (from over 1,000 years ago) depart from Kanda Myoujin and parade through the Kanda and Nihonbashi areas.
The sight of this elaborate procession in traditional costumes against the backdrop of modern Tokyo is unique to this event. Make sure to take photos as a memorable part of your Japan tour.
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Dates: May 8-15, 2026
Venue: Kanda Myojin
Access:
- 5 min walk from JR Ochanomizu Station (JR Chuo Line, JR Sobu Line, Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
- 7 min walk from Akihabara Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
- 5 min walk from Shin-Ochanomizu Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
- 5 min walk from Suehirocho Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://kandamatsuri.com/
Sanja Matsuri
The Sanja Matsuri, held in Asakusa from May 16 (Thu) to May 19 (Sun), is a quintessential early summer festival in Japan.
While Asakusa is already a popular tourist destination known for its traditional Japanese streetscape, it becomes most vibrant during the Sanja Matsuri. Come experience this special atmosphere that differs from regular days.
The festival reaches its peak on the third day during the "Chonai Mikoshi rengo togyo." Large Mikoshi (portable shrines) processions depart from various areas around Asakusa.
The Mikoshi are intentionally shaken vigorously to pray for good harvests, abundant fishing, and to ward off illness, creating a powerful spectacle.
Pay attention to the participants wearing Happi (traditional festival coats) and Hachimaki (headbands) as they devotedly carry the Mikoshi.
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Dates: May 15–17, 2026
Venue: Sensoji Temple
Access: 7 min walk from Asakusa Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Toei Subway Asakusa Line, Tobu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.asakusajinja.jp/sanjamatsuri/
Meiji Shrine Spring Festival
If you want to experience traditional Japanese performing arts, visit the Meiji Shrine Spring Festival held at Meiji Shrine in May 2026. The festival features traditional performances on a special stage set up in front of the Main Shrine, including Noh (where performers in kimono dance to musical accompaniment) and Kyogen (Japanese theatrical comedy that developed as entertainment for common people).
The opportunity to watch these performances at such a prestigious shrine is rare, drawing large crowds of both domestic and international visitors to the Meiji Shrine Spring Festival each year. The third day is particularly recommended for international tourists as it features many musical performances that can be enjoyed regardless of language barriers.
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Dates:Early May 2026
Venue: Meiji Shrine
Access: 1-minute walk from Harajuku Station or Meiji-jingumae Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.meijijingu.or.jp/spring_taisai/
Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament May 2026
The May Grand Sumo Tournament will be a major highlight in Tokyo during May 2026. Sumo, Japan's national sport, offers grand tournaments that can only be experienced in Japan. Don't miss the chance to witness the powerful matches between Sumo wrestlers in person.
Sumo originally began as a test of strength between men, but evolved through the ages as combat training for Bushi (warriors) and entertainment for the common people. Over time, rules were established, forming the sport we see today.
The unique characteristics of Sumo, such as the wrestlers' hairstyles, uniforms, and the earthen ring, offer a distinctly Japanese experience unlike any other sport.
Advance tickets go on sale from April 4 (Sat), 2026, so be sure to check for updates to secure your seats.
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Dates: May 10–24, 2026
Venue: Ryogoku Kokugikan
Access: 1-minute walk from Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line), 5-minute walk from Ryogoku Station (Toei Oedo Line)
Admission: Tickets from ¥1,600
Website: https://www.sumo.or.jp/
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Dankiku Festival (Dangiku-sai Gogatsu Dai-Kabuki)
When it comes to traditional performing arts representing Japan, Kabuki is at the top of the list. Every May, the Dankiku Festival is held to honor Ichikawa Danjuro IX and Onoe Kikugoro V, the two legendary figures who laid the foundations of modern Kabuki. This Tokyo event in May 2026 is one of the most prestigious cultural highlights of the season.
All Kabuki performers are male, and the art follows a hereditary system passed down through generations. Stage names are also inherited, and as actors gain experience, they are awarded new names to mark their growth and status.
At this year's Dankiku Festival, formal name succession ceremonies will take place, and audiences can witness the heartfelt and spirited greetings of actors as they take on the weight of their new names.
The dynamic performances of Onnagata — actors who play female roles with extraordinary grace — and the powerful, tradition-clad stage presence of the cast are not to be missed. Come and experience a Japanese traditional art form that continues to thrive with great vitality even in the modern age.
- Date: May 3–27, 2026
- Closed: May 11, May 19
- Venue: Kabuki-za
- Access:
1 min walk from Higashi-Ginza Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Toei Asakusa Line), Exit 3
5 min walk from Ginza Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, Hibiya Line), Exit A7
- Admission: JPY 5,000–20,000
- Website: https://www.kabukiweb.net/
Shitaya Shrine Grand Festival (Shitaya Jinja Taisai)
Shitaya Shrine was founded in 730 and boasts approximately 1,300 years of history. The grand festival held in early summer has a history of around 1,000 years and is beloved as Tokyo's earliest summer festival.
The highlight of the festival is the sight of the Senganmikoshi — a massive portable shrine standing over 3 meters tall — being carried through the streets. It is said that approximately 7,000 carriers gather from across the country for this occasion. The sheer spectacle is overwhelming, and I myself was swept up in the energy of the thundering "Wasshoi!" chants filling the air.
Within the shrine grounds, around 140 food and game stalls line up, drawing in crowds of visitors. Goldfish scooping and shooting gallery games are especially popular with children, and families can be seen enjoying the festivities throughout.
Please come and experience the vibrant energy of a true Japanese festival, alive with the sound of flutes and taiko drums and the roar of the carriers' calls echoing through the streets.
- Date: May 8–10, 2026
- Venue: Shitaya Shrine
- Access:
6 min walk from Ueno Station (JR Yamanote Line)
2 min walk from Inaricho Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
5 min walk from Shin-Okachimachi Station (Toei Oedo Line)
- Admission: Free
- Shitaya Shrine website: https://shitayajinja.or.jp/
Shibuya Kagoshima Ohara Festival (Shibuya Kagoshima Ohara Matsuri)
The Ohara Festival is an event where dancers take to the streets of Shibuya and perform to the traditional Kagoshima song known as Ohara-bushi.
Around 2,000 dancers from across Japan gather at the festival to perform to a lineup of songs closely tied to both Shibuya and Kagoshima, including Ohara-bushi, Shibuya Ondo, and TOKYO Ohara. Watching the dancers move with such joy and enthusiasm, I found myself wanting to join in.
The evening before the main festival, a pre-festival night event is held where guests can enjoy Kagoshima's famous shochu and local food while listening to live music. Getting a taste of a food culture distinct from Tokyo's everyday scene is one of the special charms of the pre-festival gathering. Be sure to join in and experience the spirit of a festival that bridges Kagoshima and Shibuya.
- Date: May 17, 2026
- Venue: Around Shibuya Station (Dogenzaka and Bunkamura Street)
- Access:
5 min walk from Shibuya Station (JR Yamanote Line), Hachiko Exit
5 min walk from Shibuya Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Keio Inokashira Line)
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://www.shibuyadeohara.jp/
Hanazono Shrine Annual Festival (Hanazono Jinja Reitaisai)
Hanazono Shrine is a shrine nestled in the heart of Shinjuku's bustling entertainment district. Surrounded by a quiet grove of trees, it offers a rare sense of calm amid the liveliness of Shinjuku.
Every year in late May, the Reitaisai festival is held to pray for prosperous business and peace in the community. Around 100 stalls set up within the shrine grounds, and visitors can soak in the atmosphere of a classic traditional fair.
The fragrant aroma of yakitori and the sweet scent of candy apples drift through the air from the stalls. Strolling and snacking your way through the festival is one of the great pleasures of the event.
During the festival, groups carrying mikoshi parade through the shrine grounds and surrounding streets, filling Shinjuku with lively, spirited calls. As evening falls, paper lanterns are lit, and the whole scene takes on a dreamlike, enchanting atmosphere quite different from the daytime. Come and enjoy the moment where a modern metropolis and deep tradition meet.
- Date: May 22–25, 2026 (Main festival on May 23)
- Venue: Hanazono Shrine
- Access:
Direct access from Exit E2 of Shinjuku-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line, Toei Shinjuku Line)
10 min walk from JR Shinjuku Station (South Exit)
- Admission: Free
- Hanazono Shrine website: http://hanazono-jinja.or.jp/about/
Azuma Odori
In Shinbashi, just next to Ginza, there is a long-standing culture of high-end traditional restaurants — known as ryotei — where guests can enjoy exquisite cuisine while being entertained by Geisha through dance and musical performance, all set in an atmosphere of elegance and refinement.
However, these establishments operate under the principle of Ichigensan Okotowari (No first-time visitors allowed), which means tourists rarely have the opportunity to experience this world.
Azuma Odori is an event that opens the doors to the world of Geisha for everyone, offering audiences a chance to watch dance performances and musical recitals presented on a proper stage.
The sight of performers dressed in beautiful traditional costumes dancing with grace, and the sound of instruments played with exquisite skill — all of it is truly magnificent. Even as a Japanese person myself, I found myself completely captivated, moved by the thought of "what a dazzling world this is."
This event is highly recommended not only for those with an interest in Japanese traditional performing arts and culture, but also for anyone who simply wants to be transported into a world of breathtaking elegance.
- Date: May 2026
- Venue: Shinbashi Enbujo
- Access:
5 min walk from Higashi-Ginza Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Toei Asakusa Line), Exit 6
3 min walk from Tsukiji-Shijo Station (Toei Oedo Line), Exit A3
- Admission: JPY 2,000–12,000
- Website: https://azuma-odori.net/english/
Natural Attractions in Tokyo - May 2026
Katsushika Iris Festival
For those wanting to enjoy nature in Tokyo during May 2026, the Katsushika Iris Festival is a must-visit. Katsushika features two parks where irises reach their peak bloom in May, with festivals held to celebrate the flowering season.
The Katsushika Iris Festival offers a perfect May sightseeing opportunity, combining the healing sight of blue-purple irises along the waterfront with the vibrant atmosphere of a Japanese festival.
In Japan, irises hold special significance - there's a traditional custom of taking baths with iris leaves floating in the water as a talisman on Children's Day (May 5).
During weekends throughout the festival period, shuttle buses run between the stations and venues, making it easily accessible for international tourists.
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Dates: Late May - Mid-June, 2026
Venues: Horikiri Shobuen Garden, Mizumoto Park
Access:
- Horikiri Shobuen: 10-minute walk from Horikiri-shobuen Station (Keisei Main Line)
- Mizumoto Park: Take Keisei bus from Keisei-Kanamachi Station (transfer at JR Kanamachi Station from JR Joban Line) to Mizumoto-koen stop (7-minute walk)
(Weekend shuttle buses operate from JR Kanamachi and Kameari stations during the event)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.city.katsushika.lg.jp/tourism/1000064/1028427.html
Satsuki Festival
One of the most beloved Tokyo Event May 2026 highlights, the Satsuki Festival, is held annually at Ueno Park as a cherished early-summer tradition. The event features exhibitions and sales of Satsuki Azalea bonsai.
Satsuki is a flower deeply familiar to people in Japan, and once May arrives, it can frequently be spotted in parks and other outdoor spaces. Compared to common azaleas, its petals are smaller — a defining characteristic — and it is cultivated as bonsai among enthusiastic hobbyists.
At the event, visitors can encounter a wide variety of bonsai works, including pots blooming in multiple colors on a single plant, and pots covered in lush pink flowers that evoke the grandeur of a large cherry blossom tree.
It is a rare opportunity to experience Japanese aesthetics and horticultural culture, so take a stroll through the park and enjoy the world of Satsuki.
- Date: Mid-May 2026
- Venue: Ueno Park
- Access: 5 min walk from Ueno Station (JR Line)
- Admission: Free
- Ueno Park website: https://www.kensetsu.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/jimusho/toubuk/ueno
Spring Peony Festival
In early April to early May in Tokyo, the Spring Peony Festival is highly recommended. This event is held at the Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden, where you can stroll through a Japanese-style garden while admiring the beautifully blooming peonies.
The Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden was created 45 years ago to commemorate the friendship between Japan and China. As a result, the garden features global peony varieties from China, America, France, and other countries.
During the Spring Peony Festival, you can compare both Japanese and Western rhododendrons in full bloom, so please take this opportunity to visit.
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Schedule: Late May to mid-June
Access: 5-minute walk from "Ueno" Station
- JR Lines: Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku, Joban, Utsunomiya, Takasaki, Tohoku Main Line, Ueno-Tokyo Line
- Shinkansen: Tohoku, Akita, Joetsu, Hokuriku, Yamagata
- Tokyo Metro: Ginza Line, Hibiya Line
- Keisei: Main Line, Narita Sky Access
Venue: Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden
Admission: Adults ¥1,000, Free for elementary school students and younger
Website: https://uenobotanen.com/schedule/spring/
Art-Related Events in Tokyo for May 2026
Art Aquarium Museum Early Summer Event
Art Aquarium Museum is a museum built around the concept of a "museum where life dwells," where visitors can enjoy a presentation of light, sound, and fragrance alongside goldfish.
In the darkness, fantastical soft lights glow and illuminate flower fields and aquariums. The scenery is highly photogenic and has become popular as a photo spot on social media.
Many of the exhibitions carry distinctly Japanese themes — such as shrine approach pathways, stone lanterns, and shoji screens — making it a popular destination among international tourists as well.
Every year in early summer, a limited-time special exhibition is held. Last year's theme was Hydrangea, with displays including a room whose entire ceiling was covered in hydrangeas and works featuring flowers placed within aquariums, creating a refreshing atmosphere throughout.
Since the museum is located inside Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, it also makes for a perfect break during a shopping trip. Be sure to enjoy the sight of goldfish swimming gracefully amid fantastical light.
- Date: May 2026
- Venue: Art Aquarium Museum GINZA
- Access:
Direct access from Ginza Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, Hibiya Line), Exit A7
5 min walk from Ginza-itchome Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line), Exit 9
2 min walk from Higashi-Ginza Station (Toei Asakusa Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line) via underground passage toward Ginza Station
9 min walk from Yurakucho Station (JR Line), Central or Ginza Exit
- Admission: JPY 2,700 (JPY 2,500 for web tickets)
- Art Aquarium website: https://artaquarium.jp/
Ueno Museum Week
Ueno is widely known as a district rich with art museums and museums of all kinds. From Tokyo National Museum to the National Museum of Nature and Science, the area is home to a variety of facilities where visitors can experience art, history, and science.
In connection with International Museum Day on May 18, Ueno Museum Week is held in the Ueno area as a Tokyo Event May 2026 worth putting on your calendar. The event includes a stamp rally touring the museums around Ueno, as well as a service where ticket stubs can be used to receive discounts at nearby restaurants and eateries, allowing visitors to enjoy museum hopping and dining at a great value.
Furthermore, on May 18 itself — International Museum Day — the permanent exhibitions at five facilities, including Tokyo National Museum, will be free of charge. Since all of the facilities are within walking distance of one another, this is a wonderful opportunity to visit multiple venues and immerse yourself in Ueno's rich cultural heritage.
- Date: May 2026
- Venue: Around Ueno Station
- Access: a few minutes’ walk from JR Ueno Station (varies by venue)
- Admission: Varies by venue
- Website: https://www.instagram.com/ueno_mw/
Tokyo Gourmet Events in May 2026
Thai Festival
Thai Festival Tokyo is an annual spring event that has been held since 2000, and it stands as one of the most exciting Tokyo Event May 2026 options for food and culture lovers.
The event features nearly 100 booths where visitors can enjoy Thai cuisine and shop for apparel and accessories. Thai goods and clothing often feature vibrant, exotic designs that are a delight to browse even without purchasing.
One of the major draws is the chance to taste authentic Thai dishes that represent the best of the cuisine — pad thai, tom yum kung, and more. Among the offerings, fruit is particularly popular with attendees, and the rich flavor and sweetness of Thai mango is something I personally found irresistible.
On stage, visitors can enjoy concerts by Thai artists, as well as demonstrations of traditional dance and Muay Thai, all contributing to the promotion of Thai culture. It is an event where you can fully immerse yourself in Thai culture without ever leaving Japan.
- Date: May 9–10 ,2026
- Venue: Yoyogi Park
- Access:
3 min walk from Harajuku Station (JR Line)
3 min walk from Yoyogi-Koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, C02)
3 min walk from Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku) Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line C03, Fukutoshin Line F15)
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://thaifes.jp/
Laos Festival
Laos Festival is an event that has been held since 2007 with the aim of deepening the relationship between Japan and Laos. The venue features booths offering food, drinks, and goods, including Beer Lao — the representative beer of Laos — providing visitors with a rich taste of Laotian culture.
As a Tokyo Event May 2026 experience, it offers something truly unique and off the beaten path.
The event also includes valuable cultural experiences on stage, such as the Baci ceremony — a traditional ritual in which a white thread is tied around the wrist to wish for happiness — along with performances of traditional instruments and dance lessons.
I personally did not know much about Laos before attending, but this event gave me a genuine sense of warmth and connection to the country.
At the venue, visitors can also enjoy workshops such as eco-bag making, as well as an inflatable playground, and many families with children could be seen taking part. Be sure to join the event and discover the many charms of Laos for yourself.
- Dates: May 23–24 ,2026
- Venue: Yoyogi Park
- Access:
3 min walk from Harajuku Station (JR Line)
3 min walk from Yoyogi-Koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, C02)
3 min walk from Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku) Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line C03, Fukutoshin Line F15)
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://laos-festival.jp/
Arakicho Curry Festival
Arakicho is a bar district located on the east side of Shinjuku. Narrow alleyways wind through the area like a maze, lined with hidden gem restaurants and bars.
The Arakicho Curry Festival is a unique Tokyo Event May 2026 experience where you can enjoy bar-hopping while savoring a bite-sized curry from each participating restaurant, rice in hand. Last year, more than 20 establishments took part in the event. With a ticket, you can visit all the participating shops, so be sure to challenge yourself to hit as many as possible.
Along the way, you can also enjoy drinks and small dishes that pair perfectly with curry, and have a great time chatting with shop owners and fellow participants. Take your time strolling through the neighborhood while sampling a diverse range of one-of-a-kind curries.
- Note: The event was held on May 19, 2024, and April 6, 2025. For the latest information, please check the Arakicho Shopping District Facebook page.
- - Arakicho Shopping District Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/yotsuya.arakicho
- Date: TBA 2026 (official announcement pending)
- Venue: Arakicho Shopping District (Main venue: Araki Park)
- Access:
7 min walk from Akebonobashi Station (Toei Shinjuku Line)
5 min walk from Yotsuya-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
- Admission: JPY 3,000 (includes rice and curry tasting) / Advance tickets: JPY 2,000 (based on last year’s pricing)
- Arakicho Shopping District website: https://arakicho.com/
Craft Gyoza Festival TOKYO
When visiting Tokyo in May, we recommend experiencing Japanese cuisine at the Craft Gyoza Festival. Each vendor offers their signature original gyoza, allowing you to enjoy various flavors.
Gyoza are dumplings made by wrapping minced meat and vegetable filling in wheat flour dough and pan-frying them. While known as Chinese food, Japan has developed many variations with different preparation methods and ingredients.
At the Craft Gyoza Festival, I recommend trying gyoza from different vendors to compare the flavors. They're especially delicious paired with beer.
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Schedule: Late April–Early May 2026 (TBA)
Venue: Komazawa Olympic Park Central Plaza
Access: 15-minute walk from "Komazawa-Daigaku" Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://craftgyoza.jp/fes/
Niku Fes (Meat Festival) 2026 TOKYO
For meat lovers, join us at the Niku Fes in Tokyo this May 2026. This gourmet event will be held for 11 days from Saturday, April 26th to Tuesday, May 6th at a plaza in Odaiba.
Restaurants confident in their meat dishes gather from all across Japan, allowing visitors to fully enjoy a wide variety of Japanese gourmet cuisine.
Last year, in 2025, the Steak King Championship became the biggest event. The champion of the most delicious steak was decided by a popular vote among those who tasted the food at the competition.
While some might think "all steaks are the same," it's precisely because it's a simple dish that each restaurant's dedication to meat quality, grilling technique, and seasoning shines through.
You won't want to miss the passionate battle between chefs competing for the championship.
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Dates: April 29–May 10, 2026
Venue: Tokyo Odaiba Aomi District Block P
Access: 5-minute walk from "Tokyo International Cruise Terminal" station on Yurikamome Line, 7-minute walk from "Tokyo Teleport" station on Rinkai Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.odaibapark.com/nikufes-tokyo-2025/
Odaiba Oktoberfest 2026 ~SPRING~
To enjoy Tokyo's May blue skies, we recommend the Odaiba Oktoberfest.
While Oktoberfest is the world's largest beer festival held in Germany, similar events following the authentic style have been held in various regions of Japan for about 20 years.
Enjoying Oktoberfest in Japan's modern space offers its own unique charm different from the original.
The Symbol Promenade Park, the venue for Odaiba Oktoberfest, is an open plaza near Tokyo Bay. Having a beer while gazing at the vast sky will help you unwind from your travel fatigue.
Savor authentic German tastes like "Weizen" beer and large sausages.
Foreign tourists can participate with peace of mind as various credit cards are accepted for payment at the venue.
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Dates: Late April–Early May 2026 (TBA)
Venue: Symbol Promenade Park Central Plaza
Access: 5-minute walk from "Daiba" or "Tokyo International Cruise Terminal" stations on Yurikamome Line, 5-minute walk from "Tokyo Teleport" station on Rinkai Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.oktober-fest.jp/odaiba_spring/
Shiba Park Oktoberfest 2026 in Front of Onarimon Station ~SPRING~
Around mid-May, attention is focused on the Shiba Park Oktoberfest Spring. Due to the success of last year's event, expectations are high for the 2026 edition.
Shiba Park, where the Shiba Park Oktoberfest Spring is held, is located right next to Tokyo's symbol, Tokyo Tower.
I particularly recommend visiting Shiba Park Oktoberfest Spring in the evening when Tokyo Tower is illuminated. The beer and sausages taste exceptional against the backdrop of Tokyo's characteristic night view.
Don't forget to take plenty of Instagram-worthy photos as memories of your Tokyo tour.
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Dates: Mid–Late May 2026 (TBA)
Venue: Shiba Park Area 4 Plaza
Access: 1-minute walk from "Onarimon" station on Toei Mita Line, 5-minute walk from "Kamiyacho" station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.oktober-fest.jp/shiba_spring/index.html
Under the refreshing May sky, take a walk with a local guide to the little-known spots!
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