🇯🇵 Tokyo

Tokyo is a city of contrasts where ancient temples sit beside neon-lit skyscrapers. From the world's best sushi to cutting-edge technology, its 23 wards each offer a distinct personality and endless discoveries.

Timezone

JST (UTC+9)

Currency

JPY

Language

Japanese

Best months

Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov

Getting around

JR trains and Tokyo Metro cover every corner. Get a Suica/Pasmo IC card. Taxis are expensive but metered. Walking is great in most neighborhoods.

Major Annual Events

Cherry Blossom Season

culture

Hanami parties under sakura trees in parks like Ueno, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Meguro River

Late March-April

Sumida River Fireworks

festival

Tokyo's biggest fireworks festival with over 20,000 fireworks lighting up the Sumida River

July

Tokyo Game Show

culture

One of the world's largest gaming conventions at Makuhari Messe

September

Kanda Matsuri

festival

One of Tokyo's three great Shinto festivals with elaborate portable shrine processions

May (odd years)

Neighborhoods

Shibuya

Youth culture, fashion, famous crossing, nightlife

Shinjuku

Skyscrapers by day, izakayas and Golden Gai by night

Asakusa

Traditional Tokyo, Senso-ji temple, street food

Shimokitazawa

Indie music, vintage shops, bohemian cafes

Live Events

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festival

Philippine Expo

A three-day festival in Ueno Park celebrating Philippine culture with music, dancing, food, and cultural performances.

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festival

China Festival 2026

A cultural exchange celebration between Japan and China featuring food, music, and traditional performances.

Tokyo, JP

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culture

Ueno Korean Festival

A cultural festival celebrating Korean heritage with K-pop performances, food, and traditions in Ueno Park.

Tokyo, JP

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music

Shimokita Railway Festival

A music and beer festival at Shimokita featuring performances by local bands.

Tokyo, JP

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food

Paella and Tapas Festival

A Spanish food festival showcasing paella, tapas, pinchos and other Spanish dishes, known for long queues due to popularity.

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Tokyo, JP

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Last updated: Apr 7, 2026, 2:52 AM