Things to do in Tokyo in January (2027)

262 events in and around Tokyo from 1 Jan–31 Jan, including exhibitions, anime events, markets. Popular picks: “Tokyo Daijingu New Year's Visit”, “New Year's Visit to Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine”, “Asakusa Temple New Year's Eve Bell Ringing”.

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Tokyo Daijingu New Year's Visit1 Jan–3 Jan · Meiji JinguVisit to pray for family safety, good health, and the fulfillment of wishes during the New Year period
New Year's Visit to Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine1 Jan–3 Jan · TomiokahachimanguAssociated with the historical Fukagawa Hachaman Festival and recognized as the birthplace of professional sumo
Asakusa Temple New Year's Eve Bell Ringing1 Jan · Sensoji Temple Benten-yamaBell-ringing ceremony at midnight on New Year's Day at Sensoji Temple's Bentenyama bell tower.
Daikon Festival7 Jan · Matsuchiayama ShoutenReceive cooked radish and sacred sake to eat.
Chopping Block Opening Ceremony at Hooonji Temple12 Jan · Bando Hoon-jiA chef in traditional attire uses 40 cm iron chopsticks and a knife to carve two carp on a giant board without touching them by hand
Chofu Station Plaza Handmade Market15 Jan–17 Jan · Chofu Station PlazaCraft fair, about 50 stalls
15th TOKYO Handmade Festival -HanSai16 Jan–17 Jan · Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center, Hamamatsucho Hall 2F Exhibition RoomCraft fair, about 200 stalls
Tokyo esports Festa 202722 Jan–24 Jan · Tokyo International Forum Hall E / B7Watch esports competitions, try games yourself, explore industry trends via exhibitions.
Design Festa mini 329 Jan–31 Jan · Design Festa Gallery HarajukuIndependent artists and creators gather to exhibit and sell a wide variety of original designs and handmade goods
Grand Marché Maison30 Jan–31 Jan · Flower and Greenery Culture Center within the Greenery Culture Zone (Free Area), Showa Kinen ParkMarket, about 130 stalls
National Products Exhibition: JAPAN SELECT Oshi-Uma Market 202630 Jan–31 Jan · AEON MALL Musashimurayama 1F Center Court and othersSpecialty foods, sweets and drinks from all 47 prefectures of Japan, all for sale in one place
Hikarigaoka Park Big Flea Market31 Jan · Hikarigaoka Park Giant Flea MarketFlea market, about 250 stalls
Katori Shrine New Year's Visit1 Jan–3 Jan · Katori ShrineVisit the head shrine of Katori shrines nationwide and admire the historic architecture and natural surroundings.
19th WAN LOVE MARKET3 Jan · Sanbashi Plaza Special VenueMarket, about 100 stalls
London Dog Festa in Sagamihara Park9 Jan–10 Jan · Sagamihara Park Lawn PlazaShop, play games, enter photo contests, and participate in raffles with your dog.
Gundam 50th Anniversary Event9 Jan–11 Jan · Makuhari Messe Halls 1–3Features interactive exhibits and appearances by Gundam series creators
GOLD RUSH MARKET Sayama10 Jan · Kamiokutomi Sports ParkShop antiques, vintage clothing, handmade goods and plants, plus food stalls.
TOKYO AUTO SALON 202715 Jan–17 Jan · Makuhari MesseView custom car displays and special public exhibits.
WINTER SPO!! WINTER SPORTS FESTA season2622 Jan–24 Jan · Makuhari Messe Exhibition Hall 7Japan's largest sale event for ski and snowboard equipment
Blue Archive Fest 202723 Jan–24 Jan · Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 4-6Large live event celebrating Blue Archive's 6th anniversary
LARAKU × Yokohama City Nakayashiki Community Center Bread Marché24 Jan · Nakayashiki Community CenterA variety of breads, baked goods, and cakes are available for purchase
PaWel Dog and Cat Party24 Jan · Takamoto Health Park (formerly Prefectural Citizens Health and Welfare Village) Koshigaya ParkShop for pet goods and enjoy various food trucks alongside your furry companions
ULTRA HEROES EXPO 2027 NEW YEAR FESTIVAL IN TOKYO DOME CITY25 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027 · Tokyo Dome CityDaily live shows with the main cast
Asakusa Temple New Year's Visit1 Jan–7 Jan · SensojiNew Year's worship starting at midnight on January 1st; draw fortune lots and purchase amulets and talismans.
Japan Hot Cocktail Fair 202727 Jan–31 Jan · Ueno Park, Takenodai SquareInsufficient event information available to provide details
Kanfukuji Temple New Year's Visit31 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027 · Kanfuku-jiRing the New Year's bell on New Year's Eve (limited to 108 people).
Inokashira Park Art Markets12 Sep 2026–31 Jan 2027 · Inokashira Onshi ParkHandmade artwork marketplace and street performer shows.
Cincinnati Art Museum Exhibition ～ European Masterpieces that Crossed to America ～10 Oct 2026–10 Jan 2027 · Ueno no Mori MuseumFeaturing 85 masterworks of European art from the Cincinnati Art Museum collection
Goyururiyorimichi Digital Stamp Rally and Cafe Tour Campaign Phase 219 Oct 2026–28 Feb 2027 · At Home Cafe AKIBA Cultures Zone Store LCommemorating the 5th anniversary of Rilakkuma's appointment as Chiyoda City Tourism Ambassador with events across Jimbocho and Akihabara
TOKYO ILLUMILIA 2026-20275 Nov 2026–14 Feb 2027 · Around Sakura-dori and Yaesu Naka-doriIlluminations lighting up Nihonbashi Sakura-dori and Yaesu Naka-dori
The Little Prince: A Sky Journey in Search of What Truly Matters13 Nov 2026–14 Feb 2027 · Tokyo City ViewExhibition on The Little Prince manuscripts and creation story with interactive displays; combined with Tokyo's skyline views from the observation deck.
25th-27th Yanaka Antique Market10 Oct 2026–14 Feb 2027 · Enmei-inAntique market with vintage collectibles and retro finds.
WATERRAS Illumination 2026: Fantasy Promenade Illumination – Putting Dreams into Lanterns –19 Oct 2026–28 Feb 2027 · WATERRAS Plaza, Awaji ParkFeature newly introduced lanterns that add a soft glow to create a fantastical illuminated space
Special Exhibition "The Sex Lives of Living Creatures"31 Oct 2026–21 Feb 2027 · National Museum of Nature and ScienceExplore biological diversity of reproduction and sex determination.
2026 Tokyo Square Garden Winter Illumination5 Nov 2026–31 Jan 2027 · Tokyo Square GardenFeatures approximately 170,000 lights, making it one of the largest winter illuminations in the area
Learning from Hōjōki — Reweaving the Act of Living in Small Architecture28 Aug 2026–11 Jan 2027 · 21_21 DESIGN SIGHTView an architecture design exhibition inspired by Hōjōki.
Yoyogi Park Flea Market6 Sep 2026–21 Feb 2027 · Yoyogi ParkRegular flea market in Yoyogi Park with second-hand clothes and miscellaneous goods.
Ann Veronika Janssen "Tokyo, Ginza 5-chome 4-1" Exhibition11 Sep 2026–11 Jan 2027 · Ginza Maison HermèsLarge-scale installation artworks by Belgian light artist incorporating glass, light, and artificial mist elements.
Art & Craft Market at TOKYO SQUARE GARDEN12 Sep 2026–13 Feb 2027 · Tokyo Square Garden 1st Floor PassageAbout 100 booths of handmade art, goods, fashion and accessories
Nakano Central Park MOTTAINAI Flea Market (September)12 Sep 2026–11 Feb 2027 · Nakano Central Park Park AvenueFlea market, about 350 stalls

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