Looking for an anime event to nerd out at? We’ve got you covered with the best anime and manga events happening across Tokyo. Take a look at all of the exciting anime-themed pop-up shops, cafes and art exhibitions in our list below.
Tokyo Anime and Manga Events in December
Kingdom E-DINER Collaboration Cafe
A collaboration cafe is set to take place to celebrate the success of Kingdom while also offering fans a space to immerse themselves in the world of the warring states. Indulge in dishes like the Kanki meat bowl and the Karyoten dumplings while also picking up some exclusive fan merchandise.
| Date & Time | Jan 08-26・10:00-20:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | E-DINER Ikebukuro Sunshine City |
| More Info | Free to enter. Merchandise, food and drink must be purchased separately. If there are issues of crowding, numbered entry tickets may be issued on the official X (Twitter) account |
Sakamoto Days Exhibition
Swing by Shibuya for this special exhibition, just in time for the TV anime release of Sakamoto Days! Illustrations and installations by character designer Hiroshi Moriyama will be on display as well as a special feature on The Order, the special group of assassins from the series.
| Date & Time | Jan 08-12・09:00-21:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | ZeroBase Shibuya |
Danganronpa Maid/Butler Pop-Up Store
A pop-up store is coming to Tokyo, featuring a number of exciting new goods. The character art has been illustrated by artist Yui and is based on the concept of maids and butlers. Make sure to pick up some exclusive merch.
| Date & Time | Jan 10-20・11:00-20:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Yurakucho Marui |
| More Info | Free to enter. Merchandise must be purchased separately |
Beastars Alice in Wonderland Pop-Up
Everyone's favorite animal-themed anime is back! And to celebrate, a Beastars pop-up store is coming. The merchandise featured at the store is themed after Alice in Wonderland and will feature favorite characters such as Legoshi and Juno dressed up as The Mad Hatter and Alice, respectively.
| Date & Time | Jan 10-22・10:00-21:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | MEDICOS SHOP Shibuya |
| More Info | Free to enter. Merchandise must be purchased separately |
Full Metal Alchemist x Yomi No Tsugai Cafe
This cafe combines two beloved series into one unforgettable dining experience. Expect items themed after dishes from the steampunk world of Full Metal Alchemist and the murky shadow realms of Yomi no Tsugai. Limited edition merch will also be available!
| Date & Time | Jan 29-Apr 20・ |
| Price | |
| Location | MOTTO Cafe Ikebukuro |
| More Info | Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately |
Jujutsu Kaisen Domain Expansion Square Pop-Up
The Jujutsu Kaisen fever never stops. This exciting pop-up store has been touring all over Japan and will now be descending upon Tokyo with all of its limited merch goodness.
| Date & Time | Dec 13, 2024-Jan 13, 2025・11:00-21:00・31st December hours: 11:00-18:00, 1st January: Closed, 2nd January hours: 10:00-20:00, 3rd January hours: 11:00-20:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Ikebukuro Parco |
| More Info | Free to enter. Merchandise must be purchased separately |
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Giant Robots: The Core of Japanese Mecha Anime
Come explore this fascinating space at "Giant Robots: The Core of Japanese Mecha Anime." This art and education exhibition is set to bring participants on a journey to explore the unique characteristics of designs and visual expression of giant robots from the past.
| Date & Time | Dec 21, 2024-Jan 13, 2025・10:00-18:00 |
| Price | ¥2,200 for adults, ¥1,600 for junior and senior high school students, ¥800 for elementary school students |
| Location | Ikebukuro Sunshine City Exhibition Hall B |
Gintama 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Gintama fans, your time is here! An exhibition is happening to commemorate 20 years of this sci-fi comedy manga by Sorachi Hideaki.
| Date & Time | Dec 14, 2024-Jan 17, 2025・10:00-20:00・*Last admission is 30 minutes before closing |
| Price | From ¥1,000 |
| Location | Ikebukuro Sunshine City Exhibition Hall A |
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle Art Exhibition
This Haikyu!! exhibit will feature original drawings and drafts to commemorate the film "Haikyuu!! The Movie: The Dumpster Battle."
| Date & Time | Dec 27, 2024-Jan 22, 2025・11:00-20:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Matsuya Ginza |
Ranma 1/2 "Nekohanten" Collaboration Cafe
Ranma 1/2 is back with a brand new anime series that brings all of our favorite characters back with modern animation. Commemorate this hilarious anime by checking out it's "Nekohanten" pop-up cafe. The cafe will offer food and drinks, including dessert, all inspired by character from the series
| Date & Time | Dec 27, 2024-Feb 16, 2025・10:00-21:00・Opening and closing times may be subject to change based on Shibuya PARCO's business hours |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Shibuya Parco 6F TOKYO PARADE goods&cafe |
| More Info | Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately |
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Hashira Exhibition
This Demon Slayer exhibition will explore the charms and personalities of all nine of the hashira who each have their own backstories.
| Date & Time | Nov 2, 2024-Mar 2, 2025・10:00-20:00 |
| Price | From ¥1,000 for exhibition tickets |
| Location | CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO |
| More Info | Cafe tickets must be purchased separately |
ONE PIECE ONLY
This unique One Piece exhibit will allow fans of the series to experience never-before-seen aspects from the manga.
| Date & Time | Oct 9, 2024-May 13, 2025・10:00-18:00 |
| Price | From ¥800 |
| Location | Tachikawa Play! Museum |
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