Tokyo Toy Show 2026
Japan's massive annual toy trade fair opens its doors to preview over 35,005 cutting-edge innovations, gadgets, and collectibles under one massive air-conditioned roof.
exhibitionpop-cultureindoor
Updated dailyThings to do in Tokyo, Japan
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Tokyo, Japan. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
10 hand-picked things to do in Tokyo, Japan right now · 6 with confirmed dates
Photo: Jezael Melgoza / Unsplash
Filter Tokyo, Japan by group
A perfect 3 days in Tokyo, Japan
A sample plan built from this week's Tokyo, Japan picks — the same day-by-day itinerary WonderKit drafts for your group in about a minute.
Day 1
MorningRyuichi Sakamoto + Shiro Takatani: Ambient Kyoto
Opening today at Azabudai Hills Gallery, this immersive sonic and visual installation explores deep ambient soundscapes created by the late master composer.
AfternoonGinza Kagari
Escape the sweltering heat for a bowl of their legendary velvety chicken-paitan (tori-paitan) ramen topped with seasonal summer vegetables in an intimate subterranean counter setting.
EveningHarajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi
Over 100 vibrant dance teams compete across multiple stages with high-octane choreography, dazzling costumes, and modern remixes of regional folk tunes.
Day 2
MorningTada Minami: Still, Shimmering Light
Opening this weekend, discover ethereal glass, metal, and architectural resin sculptures that capture and refract light in mesmerizing ways at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo.
AfternoonTsukiji Outer Market Fresh Seafood Stalls
Beat the morning rush and sample thick cuts of unagi, fresh sea urchin rice bowls, and grilled king crab legs straight from the historic vendor alleyways.
EveningMinato Mirai Bon Odori at Rinko Park
Dance under the evening ocean breeze with waterfront views, traditional taiko drumming, and cooling summer festival food stalls right by Yokohama's harbor.
Day 3
MorningTokyo Toy Show 2026
Japan's massive annual toy trade fair opens its doors to preview over 35,005 cutting-edge innovations, gadgets, and collectibles under one massive air-conditioned roof.
AfternoonKoenji Awa Odori Street Dance Festival
Witness over 150 energetic dance troupes taking over neighborhood shopping arcades with traditional flutes, drums, and infectious late-summer rhythm.
EveningHakone Mountain Hot Springs & Open-Air Art
Escape the dense city humidity for the cool mountain air of Hakone. Explore outdoor sculpture parks nestled in green valleys and relax in natural thermal hot spring (onsen) waters.
Plan a multi-day trip to Tokyo, Japan
Ready-made, day-by-day itineraries built from real local spots — grab one and make it yours.
✨ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in Tokyo
Plan a trip to Tokyo, Japan
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three Tokyo, Japan trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.
🏮 This Weekend in Tokyo, Japan
Late-summer street festivals and digital art to kick off the weekend
Koenji Awa Odori Street Dance Festival
Witness over 150 energetic dance troupes taking over neighborhood shopping arcades with traditional flutes, drums, and infectious late-summer rhythm.
festivaldancetraditionaloutdoor
Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi
Over 100 vibrant dance teams compete across multiple stages with high-octane choreography, dazzling costumes, and modern remixes of regional folk tunes.
danceperformanceparade
Minato Mirai Bon Odori at Rinko Park
Dance under the evening ocean breeze with waterfront views, traditional taiko drumming, and cooling summer festival food stalls right by Yokohama's harbor.
waterfrontdancefoodevening
🍜 Eat & Drink
Chilled seasonal noodles, craft pours, and underground dining
Ginza Kagari
Escape the sweltering heat for a bowl of their legendary velvety chicken-paitan (tori-paitan) ramen topped with seasonal summer vegetables in an intimate subterranean counter setting.
ramencomfort-foodginza
Tsukiji Outer Market Fresh Seafood Stalls
Beat the morning rush and sample thick cuts of unagi, fresh sea urchin rice bowls, and grilled king crab legs straight from the historic vendor alleyways.
marketsushistreet-food
🖼️ New & Notable
Fresh gallery openings and limited late-summer exhibitions
Ryuichi Sakamoto + Shiro Takatani: Ambient Kyoto
Opening today at Azabudai Hills Gallery, this immersive sonic and visual installation explores deep ambient soundscapes created by the late master composer.
sound-artimmersivemodern-art
Tada Minami: Still, Shimmering Light
Opening this weekend, discover ethereal glass, metal, and architectural resin sculptures that capture and refract light in mesmerizing ways at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo.
sculpturedesignmuseum
🌲 Quick Escape
Weekend getaways within a short drive or train ride from Tokyo
Hakone Mountain Hot Springs & Open-Air Art
Escape the dense city humidity for the cool mountain air of Hakone. Explore outdoor sculpture parks nestled in green valleys and relax in natural thermal hot spring (onsen) waters.
natureonsenmountainweekend-trip
Kamakura Seaside Shrines & Shonan Breeze
Take a short 1-hour train ride south to the historic coastal town of Kamakura to explore shaded Zen temple gardens, bamboo groves, and ocean breezes along the Shonan coastline.
coasttemplesbeachday-trip
Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Tokyo, Japan?
Current local highlights in Tokyo, Japan include Tokyo Toy Show 2026, Koenji Awa Odori Street Dance Festival, and Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi. WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.
What's happening in Tokyo, Japan this week?
The sections above show this week's events, weekend plans, and new-and-notable openings in Tokyo, Japan, updated daily.
Where do locals eat in Tokyo, Japan?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants and food spots locals are recommending in Tokyo, Japan right now.
Plan a trip to Tokyo, Japan
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three Tokyo, Japan trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.
Explore more cities
Photo: Sujit IngleAlbuquerque, NMBalloon-fiesta color, roasting green chile, and Sandia sunsets.
Photo: Elene CkhomelidzeAmsterdam, NetherlandsCanal reflections, bicycle bells, and stroopwafel sweetness on cobblestones.
Photo: Laura Henao BernalAnn Arbor, MIMaize-and-blue banners, bratwurst smoke, and river paths through campus.
Photo: Randolfo Santos ·Asheville, NCBlue Ridge fog, craft-beer hops, and bluegrass drifting through downtown.
Photo: Σπύρος ΘεοδώρουAthens, GreeceMarble ruins, olive groves, and grilled souvlaki smoke under the Acropolis.
Photo: Saeed UllahAtlanta, GAPeach orchards, dogwood blossoms, and soul food smoke downtown.