Here is what’s happening across Tokyo for the month of December. Check out exhibitions, festivals, events, and more!
Tokyo Festivals and Outdoor Events in December
Marunouchi Street Park Illumination and Christmas Market 2024
Around 286 trees in the Marunouchi area will be adorned with approximately 820,000 sparkling champagne gold LED bulbs. Stroll through the Christmas Market and ice skate under the sparkling lights.
| Date & Time | Nov 14-Dec 25・11:00-22:00・Event days and times vary, check the website for individual attractions |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Marunouchi Naka-Dori Avenue |
Yebisu Garden Place Winter Illumination and Christmas Marche
Yebisu Garden Place is celebrating their 30th anniversary and the holiday season with a special illumination display. Over 100,000 champagne gold lights will illuminate the area. Enjoy the lights and Christmas markets for decor, gifts, food and drinks.
| Date & Time | Nov 09-Dec 25・・Event days and times vary, check the website for individual attractions |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Yebisu Garden Place |
Tokyo Solamachi Christmas Market
This winter, Tokyo Skytree Town is decorated with approximately 500,000 sparkling illuminations, featuring a free Christmas Market on the fourth floor and live Christmas music throughout the season.
| Date & Time | Nov 07-Dec 25・11:00-22:00・Last Orders 21:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Tokyo Solamachi |
Azabudai Hills Christmas 2024
Get in the holiday spirit and celebrate the Christmas magic at the Azabudai Hills Christmas Market with a pop-up village of 17 different food, beverage and retail shops.
| Date & Time | Nov 23-Dec 25・11:00-21:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Azabudai Hills |
Tokyo Christmas Market 2024 in Meiji Jingu Gaien
Meiji Jingu Gaien's Christmas Market (located a 10-minute walk from Gaienmae Station) is set once again to be one of the most popular and liveliest markets in Japan.
| Date & Time | Nov 19-Dec 25・11:00-21:30・Last admission is 20:30. Hours are 16:00-21:30 on the first day. |
| Price | ¥1,000 on weekdays/ ¥1,500 on weekends and holidays/ ¥500 for elementary school students |
| Location | Meiji Jingu Gaien |
| More Info | Standard tickets are available on the door |
Christmas Market in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the annual Christmas Market in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse will include 58 stores selling a variety of Christmas-themed dishes, drinks and trinkets.
| Date & Time | Nov 22-Dec 25・11:00-21:00・From December 7th to 25th the event ends at 22:00. |
| Price | Regular admission ticket ¥500 available on the door |
| Location | Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square |
| More Info | Tickets with a limited-edition mug also available for presale |
Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Pop-Up Market Tour
In celebration of Hello Kitty's 50th anniversary, a special pop-up market will be touring across Japan. This large-scale shopping event features exclusive products including tote bags, keychains, dorayaki and castella.
| Date & Time | Oct 2, 2024-Jan 5, 2025・・Business hours and closing days are on the website of each department store |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Mitsukoshi Ginza |
Tokyo Live Music and Night Life Events in December
Médecins du Monde Charity Concert
Experience Gen Tomuro live at “Bridging Hope,” supporting Médecins du Monde Japan’s medical aid in crisis zones worldwide. Donations welcome.
| Date & Time | Dec 18, 2024・19:00-08:30・Doors open at 6 p.m. |
| Price | ¥5,000 |
| Location | International House of Japan |
| More Info | Pre-school children are not permitted. |
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Christmas - Around the World with Chelsea Renee, Ahmed Zou and Bie Yuting
Celebrate Christmas with soulful R&B, jazz, and Broadway hits performed by dynamic vocalists and talented musicians in Tokyo.
| Date & Time | Dec 21, 2024・18:30~ |
| Price | ¥6,000 (+1 drink) tax included |
| Location | E-LOUNGE |
Twice Cafe
Popular girl group Twice will be having their very own cafe! The Twice Cafe will be serving up heartwarming dishes that are perfect for the cold season. Expect unique cafe-exclusive designs featuring the girls dressed in pure white outfits.
| Date & Time | Dec 24, 2024-Jan 26, 2025・10:30-21:00 |
| Price | From ¥800 |
| Location | TOWER RECORDS CAFE Shibuya store |
| More Info | A Tower Records Membership is require to receive access to the booking page |
Flows ft. Nujabes Metaphorical Ensemble and more
After a spellbinding performance last year, the Nujabes Metaphorical Ensemble returns, with Mark Farina and Powder supporting.
| Date & Time | Dec 29, 2024・14:00-21:00 |
| Price | ¥7,800 |
| Location | Ebisu Garden Hall |
| More Info | U-23 ¥5,000 |
Tokyo Community and Performative Events in December
Keyakizaka Illumination 2024
Watch some 800,000 lights glitter along the elegant streets of Roppongi, as the whole complex is ablaze with light trails.
| Date & Time | Nov 07-Dec 25・17:00-23:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Keyakizaka |
Tokyo Exhibitions and Art Shows in December
'This Must Be The Place' Photography Exhibition by Lisa Knight
Lisa Knight, the photographer and mastermind behind the Tokyo Weekender instagram is hosting a fundraising exhibition in Shibuya.
| Date & Time | Dec 3, 2024-Jan 31, 2025・10:30-21:30 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Hotel Indigo Shibuya |
Shit Show 2024
Experience Madsaki's chaotic creativity in "Shit Show 2024," a bold pop-up exhibition of new works at Nakano Broadway.
| Date & Time | Dec 07-22・12:00-19:00・Opening reception: December 6 (Fri.) 18:00~20:00 / Closed: Monday |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Kaikai Kiki Gallery |
MOT Collection at Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
Celebrate the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum’s 30th anniversary with MOT Collection, showcasing works by Leiko Ikemura, Mark Manders and more.
| Date & Time | Dec 14, 2024-Mar 30, 2025・10:00-18:00・Closed on Mondays (if Monday is a holiday, closed on the next weekday) and New Year Holidays (December 28th to January 1st, January 14th, February 25th) |
| Price | ¥500 for Adults / ¥400 for University and vocational school students / ¥250 for High school students and those aged 65 and over / Free for Junior high school students and younger |
| Location | Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo |
Ryuichi Sakamoto | seeing sound, hearing time
Explore Ryuichi Sakamoto’s immersive sound installations in Tokyo, showcasing his avant-garde works and collaborations at MOT from December 21.
| Date & Time | Dec 21, 2024-Mar 30, 2025・10:00-18:00 |
| Price | General Admission: ¥2,400 / University Students, Vocational Students, and Seniors (65+): ¥1,700 / Middle and High School Students: ¥960 / Elementary School Students and Younger: Free |
| Location | MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART TOKYO |
| More Info | Closed on Mondays (open on January 13 and February 24), December 28 to January 1, January 14, and February 25. |
Yosigo Photography Exhibition: 'Holiday Memories'
Yosigo, a world-renowned Spanish photographer, is coming to Tokyo for a special exbition at the Tokyu Plaza Shibuya.
| Date & Time | Oct 01-Dec 26・11:00-20:00 |
| Price | ¥2,000 | ADV ¥1,800 |
| Location | Tokyu Plaza Shibuya |
Muuuse: Music Museum
MUUUSE: MUSIC MUSEUM is a new type of music experience museum where you can immerse yourself in music, ft Yaoasobi, TM Network and more.
| Date & Time | Nov 01-Dec 27・10:00-18:00・Last entry 19:30 |
| Price | ¥2,500 |
| Location | Tokyo Node |
Wall_Alternative 1st Anniversary: 'The Book'
To celebrate the first anniversary of Wall_alternative gallery and bar, the space will host "The Book" exhibition with Meiji The Cacao.
| Date & Time | Nov 27-Dec 28・18:00-23:59・November 27: open to public from 22:00 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | WALL_alternative |
Jens Fänge, Proof (detail), 2024. Oil on panels, (painted frame), Framed : 86 × 67 cm | 33 7/8 × 26 3/8 inch. Courtesy of the Artist and Perrotin. Photo by Carl Henrik Tillberg.
Jens Fänge Solo Exhibition: "Parlour"
Perrotin Tokyo is pleased to present Parlour, an exhibition by Jens Fänge that invites us into a world of echoes and fragments.
| Date & Time | Nov 20-Dec 28・11:00-19:00・Closed on Sundays and Mondays |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Perrotin Tokyo |
Louise Bourgeois Solo Exhibition
The Mori Art Museum presents Louise Bourgeois’s first exhibit in Japan in 27 years. It will showcase approximately 100 works across three chapters that offer a comprehensive overview of her practice.
| Date & Time | Sep 25, 2024-Jan 19, 2025・10:00-22:00・Until 17:00 on Tuesdays | Last admission 30 mins before closing |
| Price | ¥2,000 |
Pokemon x Kogei Art Exhibition
Experience the world of Pokémon in a new light through the "Pokémon x Kogei: Playful Encounters of Pokémon and Japanese Craft" exhibit at Azabudai Hills Gallery. Twenty artists create unique art pieces that mix traditional craftsmanship with modern pop culture. From vases to sculptures and even kimono, the exhibit features over 70 pieces. Special events and a pop-up cafe will also be available during the exhibition period.
| Date & Time | Nov 1, 2024-Feb 2, 2025・10:00-19:00・Exhibit closes at 20:00 on Fridays, Saturdays, and the day before a holiday |
| Price | ¥1800 for general tickets |
| Location | Azabudai Hills Gallery |
| More Info | Pre-sale tickets and online tickets can be purchased in advance for a discount |
Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Exhibition at Tokyo National Museum
Celebrate 50 years of Hello Kitty with this new exhibition at the Tokyo National museum featuring the largest collection of Hello Kitty merchandise, collaboration pieces and original video content all exploring Hello Kitty's design evolution throughout the decades and her global cultural impact.
| Date & Time | Nov 1, 2024-Feb 24, 2025・09:30-17:00・Open until 19:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, Last admission 30 minutes before closing |
| Price | General: ¥2000 (¥1800 advance), University students ¥1800 (¥1600 advance), Junior/Senior High students: ¥1600 (¥1400 advance), Elementary students: ¥1000 (¥800 advance) |
| Location | Tokyo National Museum |
'Synesthesia - The Five Senses Interacting Through Art' by Akihito Okunaka
The WHAT MUSEUM will host an interactive exhibition featuring Akito Okunaka's balloon sculptures, inviting visitors to experience art through their five senses.
| Date & Time | Oct 4, 2024-Mar 16, 2025・11:00-18:00・Closed on Monday (last entry 17:00) |
| Price | ¥1,500 for adults / ¥800 for university students and vocational students / Free for high school students and younger / ¥1,000 for water pillow workshop event / ¥2,500 for exhibition passport |
| Location | WHAT MUSEUM 1st floor SPACE 2 |
T2 Collection 'Collecting? Connecting?' Exhibition
The T2 Collection Exhibition will showcase around 35 artworks, including pieces from artists Tatsuo Miyajima, Kohei Nawa and Reijiro Wada.
| Date & Time | Oct 4, 2024-Mar 16, 2025・11:00-18:00・Enter by 17:00 |
| Price | ¥1,500 |
| Location | What Museum |
Tokyo Anime and Manga Events in December
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Gundam SEED FREEDOM × Tower Records Cafe
Commemorate the release of the Blu-ray and DVD versions of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM with an exclusive collaboration cafe. Held in conjunction with the Tower Records cafe, fans will be able to enjoy a collaboration menu inspired by the world of Gundam SEED, as well as receive novelty gifts.
| Date & Time | Nov 28-Dec 20・10:30-21:00 |
| Price | From ¥800 |
| Location | Tower Records Café Shibuya |
| More Info | Food and drinks are not included in the reservation fee and must be purchased separately |
Jujutsu Kaisen x Skytree Exhibit
Jujutsu Kaisen is having a collaboration exhibit at Tokyo Skytree. You'll be able to take photos with characters, experience collaboration-only menus and purchase exclusive limited goods! The windows of the observation deck will transform into a Jujutsu Kaisen visual extravaganza.
| Date & Time | Sep 25-Dec 22・10:00-21:00 |
| Price | From ¥2,600 for adults. Student admission at a discount. |
| Location | Tokyo Skytree |
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 |
Tokyo Food and Drink Events in December
Eclipseco Pop-up Vegan Ice Cream Cafe
Eclipseco introduces sweet lovers to the wonders of its innovative vegan dairy products through this on-brand café in SDGs Studio.
| Date & Time | Dec 03-26・12:30-17:30・Weekend and holidays opening times: 12:00-18:30 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | ITOCHU SDGs STUDIO RESTAURANT B1 |
| More Info | Menu item prices vary |
Pingu Cafe
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of beloved cartoon Pingu, a themed cafe is coming to Tokyo. Modeled after the concept of a white winter, guests can expect to savor comforting dishes while also picking up some sweet merchandise.
| Date & Time | Dec 19, 2024-Feb 9, 2025・10:00-21:20 |
| Price | ¥660 for an Advance Reservation fee. Food and drink must be purchased separately |
| Location | BOX cafe&space Tokyo Solamachi store |
Le Pristine Tokyo Presents Christmas Dinner at Hotel Toranomon Hills
In celebration of Christmas 2024, Le Pristine is presenting an exclusive special dinner course, starting on December 20.
| Date & Time | Dec 20-26・18:00-23:00 |
| Price | ¥23,300, plus wine paring: ¥13,200, non-alcohol pairing: ¥6,600 |
| Location | Le Pristine Tokyo |
The Peninsula Tokyo Christmas Concert with Tokyo Sinfonia 2024
The Peninsula Tokyo's annual Christmas Charity Concert will really get you into the festive mood. Ding dong!
| Date & Time | Dec 23-25・18:00-21:30 |
| Price | ¥38,000 (4-course dinner w/ non-alcohol drinks) | ¥45,000 (4-course dinner w/ wine paring) |
| Location | The Grand Ballroom (3rd Floor) at the Peninsula Tokyo |
Ureshino Yadoya x Nakago: Festive Plum Wine Tasting
Guests staying at hot spring inn Ureshino Yadoya can enjoy free plum wine throughout the festive season. Ho ho ho!
| Date & Time | Dec 30, 2024-Jan 2, 2025・・(TORA NO KO JAN 1&2 ONLY) |
| Price | Free |
| Location | URESHINO YADOYA |
| More Info | FREE FOR URESHINO YADOYA GUESTS |
Enjoy an Elegant Moment With an Award-Winning Dessert in Miyazaki
Enjoy an Elegant Moment With an Award-Winning Dessert in Miyazaki hotel Phoenix Seagaia Resort. Holiday time!
| Date & Time | Nov 23-Dec 29・15:00~・See description for details |
| Price | ¥3,000 |
| Location | Sheraton Grande Ocean Resort 2F Kaze-Machi Terrace |
Rossi's New Holiday Lunchtime Menu
Rossi, a luxurious Italian restaurant on the 20th floor of the Aoyama Grand Hotel, is offering a weekend-only holiday lunch.
| Date & Time | Jul 06-Dec 31・11:30-15:00 |
| Price | ¥7,000 |
| Location | Rossi, The Aoyama Grand Hotel |
Juan Bowl & Tea Tokyo Opening
Juan Bowl & Tea Tokyo, a restaurant specializing in rice bowls and tea, is opening in Omotesando, Tokyo, on June 30.
| Date & Time | Jun 30-Dec 31・11:30-21:00 |
| Price | ¥2,880-¥3,880 |
| Location | Juan Bowl & Tea Tokyo |
Tonkatsu Junchan at Aoyama Grand Hotel
The Aoyama Grand Hotel is opening a lunch-only tonkatsu specialty restaurant, Tonkatsu Jun-chan, on Friday, September 6, 2024.
| Date & Time | Sep 06-Dec 31・12:00-16:30・Last Order 15:00 |
| Price | From ¥2,700 |
| Location | Shikaku, Aoyama Grand Hotel |
Mesm Tokyo Afternoon Exhibition Chapter 12: Sugar Bowl, Pears, and Tablecloth
Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection is offering an afternoon tea set based on Paul Cézanne's masterpiece "Sugar Bowl, Pears, and Tablecloth."
| Date & Time | Sep 1, 2024-Jan 10, 2025・14:00~ |
| Price | From ¥7,000 |
| Location | Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection |
| More Info | Weekend and National Holiday: from ¥8,000 |
Photo by Petrina Tinslay
Bills Autumn and Winter 2024 Menu
Bills winter menu is inclusive for everyone from vegans to gluten-free diners, ft. Broccolini pasta, oat milk matcha frappe and paleo bread.
| Date & Time | Oct 8, 2024-Jan 31, 2025・08:30~ |
| Price | Prices vary |
| Location | Bills Omotesando |
Illumination Beer Garden and Order Buffet at the Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island, Okinawa
Take your festive holiday up a notch and relax near the beach this winter: made-to-order buffet for the holidays.
| Date & Time | Nov 8, 2024-Mar 31, 2025・17:00-21:00・L.O. 20:45 |
| Price | ¥4,400 (ORDER BUFFET) | ¥7,150 (THE LOBBY “BEER GARDEN” PLAN) Including consumption tax and are subject to an additional service charge. |
| Location | THE ISLAND 1F LOBBY LOUNGE & BAR, HYATT REGENCY HOTEL |
Tokyo Game Events in December
Dragon Quest 3 Remaster Cafe
This cafe celebrates the recent release of the Dragon Quest III remaster. Expect to see unique menu items like Roto's Emblem burger and Magical Water.
| Date & Time | Dec 7, 2024-Jan 31, 2025・09:00-20:30 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Square Enix Cafe Tokyo |
| More Info | Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately |
Street Fighter 6 Cafe
It's time to Hadoken! This limited-time only Street Fighter 6 cafe is a must-visit for all fans of video game fighters.
| Date & Time | Dec 20, 2024-Feb 5, 2025・10:00-22:00 |
| Price | Free to reserve. Food, drink and merchandise must be purchased separately |
| Location | Capcom Cafe Ikebukuro |
Beyblade 25th Anniversary Exhibition
A beloved Japanese toy is about to celebrate 25 years of spinning! This is "Beyblade Park" a special exhibition that looks back on the 25-year history of the franchise.
| Date & Time | Dec 27, 2024-Feb 2, 2025・11:00-19:00 |
| Price | ¥3,000 for a general ticket. ¥2,600 for elementary, junior high and high school students |
| Location | Tokyo Anime Center at DNP PLAZA SHIBUYA |
| More Info | Tickets will be randomly allocated by a ballot. Register your interest by 28th November 2024. Ballot results will be announced on 4th December 2024. |
