Free Tokyo Events in July 2017
Looking for free things to do in Tokyo this summer? The following are some of the top festivals and other events being held in the city in July, and all of these are free to attend.
July 6, 2017
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Shopping Paradise of Western Tokyo: Lalaport in Tachikawa Tachihi
This large mall is a shopper’s paradise, attracting people coming straight from work on weekdays, or couples enjoying a date night on the weekend.
July 5, 2017
Bunkyo, Tokyo: The Little Edo Area of Tokyo
If you have more days to spend in Tokyo and want to explore other areas—I mean the quiet and local ones—Bunkyo could be in your list.
July 1, 2017
The Right Way to do Comiket Anime Convention
And like leaving an air-conditioned department store into the sweltering summer heat, the answer came to me immediately. Comiket awaits.
June 24, 2017
Working with Olympic Dreams: Job Opportunities for Tokyo 2020
What hasn’t as of yet been given such wide-ranging coverage in either the local or international press so far is the variety of opportunities that the Tokyo Olympiad offer for foreigners both in and outside Japan to further their careers as they help with the Olympic effort.
June 24, 2017
Tokyo Backstreets Series Pt. 1: Omoide Yokocho in Shinjuku
There are several paths into the concrete jungle, so take one and enter into a new reality. The narrow walkways have intersections where you can branch off into a new part of the alleyways.
June 16, 2017
The Kodokan and an Introduction to the Spirit of Judo
The Kodokan is a massive eight-story building in downtown Tokyo, where <i>judoka</i> from all over the world call home.
June 3, 2017
Hachijojima: Tropical Tokyo
I couldn’t shake the impression that I’d only touched very lightly on the potential of this ruggedly beautiful island.
May 27, 2017
Experience Kabuki Performances at Tokyo's Kabukiza
Even though it originally started as a “pop-culture” in the age of samurai, today the art of singing and dancing, or kabuki, has become one of Japan’s most significant performing arts.
May 27, 2017
A Guide to Edo Tokyo Museum
For Japanese history lovers, Edo-Tokyo Museum would provide you with much information and you will find it interesting for sure. Just spend more time hanging around there!
May 25, 2017
Kozushima: My Cool Island Getaway
I recently took a trip down to Kozushima, one of the many stunning islands around mainland Japan. The time I spent here will forever hold a place in my heart. It had everything I needed for a wonderful trip.
May 13, 2017
5 Tokyo Train Stations You'll Never Want to Leave
Train stations are literally at the heart of every major city and town in Japan (with the exception of Okinawa)...the bigger and more elaborate the train station, the greater and more vital that area is.
May 11, 2017
Vibe Bar Wild One (Warning: contains sexually explicit images and content; NSFW)
Japan is the land of the rising sun, but it’s also land of the strange, as you’re about to find out. Step through the entrance of Shibuya’s infamous vibrator bar with me.
May 10, 2017
"Attack on Titan" Takes Over Skytree with "Attack on Skytree" Event (Until July 14)
Attack on Titan has come to Tokyo Skytree Tower! Fans of the manga will definitely enjoy this exciting tribute with all the characters and artwork.
May 3, 2017
Ain Soph Ripple: Tokyo Vegan Tales (Part 2)
The ambiance is set up nicely, as the soft, organic lighting is both natural and inviting. It's deemed to be experienced individually, and prides the potential of individualism. Just as a pebble makes a "ripple" when dropped into a stream.
April 24, 2017
Sumo 2017: A New Dawn
The May Grand Sumo Tournament is coming soon and now is a most pivotal time for Japanese sumo since it is the first time in 19 years a reentering Japanese national has received the rank of grand champion (yokuzuna). Will he win the title again?
April 24, 2017
A Day in Waseda
Waseda, home to Waseda University in Shinjuku-ku and only about 15 minutes from Shinjuku station, is one of my favourite areas in Tokyo. Here's my suggested day's itinerary, allowing you to enjoy Waseda's beautiful parks, bizarre architecture, peaceful temple and my hands-down favourite cafe in Tokyo.
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April 12, 2017
5 Ideas About Tokyo That are Totally Wrong!
Tokyo’s relative distance, the language barrier and the heady mix of modern and traditional sets Japan’s capital up as an enigma to tourists. Some misconceptions are understandable, others are downright bizzare.
March 30, 2017
