Japan Event Calendar (2026–2027)

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Dates follow the linked organizer schedules. Always recheck the official schedule before travel.

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July 2026
August 2026

Aug 8 · Tokyo · Fireworks

Jingu Gaien Fireworks

Ticket, crowd and rain planning for the fireworks night.

Aug 28–30 · Chiba · Pop Culture

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2026 in TOKYO

Live-ticket sales are closed; recheck the limited exhibition day ticket or official stream before travel.

September 2026

Sep 13 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

October 2026

Oct 9–11 · Sawara, Katori · Festival

Sawara Autumn Grand Festival 2026

Use ordinary JR service, choose a return cutoff, and recheck Katori City's detailed 2026 program and official map after its announced September update.

Oct 10–11 · Yokohama · Music

Yokohama Jazz Promenade 2026

Choose one dated paid hall stage first, then build a nearby city-performance route and recheck the live timetable and venue conditions.

Oct 12 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

Oct 16–18 · Utsunomiya, Tochigi · Sports

Utsunomiya Japan Cup 2026

Choose the city criterium or Forest Park road race, then recheck the official 2026 spectator access and shuttle guide before travel.

Oct 17–Dec 30, 2026 · Ashikaga Flower Park, 607 Hasamacho, Ashikaga, Tochigi · Illumination

Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination 2026–2027

Night entry 15:30; lights start later. Closing varies by date and weekday. December 31 is closed. Choose a night ticket, use JR Ashikaga Flower Park Station and plan the return connection before travel. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Oct 23–Nov 8, 2026 · Ikoi-no-Hiroba and paths near Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum, Koganei Park, Tokyo · Illumination

Koganei Park — A Story in Autumn Colors 2026

Free outdoor event. Lights 17:00–20:00 weekdays; until 20:30 weekends and holidays. The museum has separate admission and a November 6–7 special night opening. Check your return bus. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Oct 23–25 · Marunouchi, Yurakucho, Hibiya and Toyosu, Tokyo · Food

Taste of Tokyo 2026

Choose one of four areas, then recheck the official 2026 hours, stalls and program before departure.

Oct 24–25 · Koganei, Tokyo · Culture

Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony 2026

Choose the Edo-Tokyo weekend, buy the tea ticket on the day, and recheck the official 2026 program before travel.

Oct 25 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

Oct 29–Nov 29 · Showa Kinen Park, Tachikawa, Tokyo · Illumination

Showa Kinen Park Autumn Night Walk 2026

Lights 16:30–20:30; park closes 21:00. Use Nishi-Tachikawa or Tachikawa Gate at night; check whether a separate Japanese Garden ticket is needed. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Oct 29–Nov 11, 2026 · Yomiuriland, 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo · Illumination

Yomiuriland Jewellumination 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates from the published Oct–Dec calendar. November 12 is closed. Season announced to April 4, 2027; later daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose admission or After Pass; Ferris wheel and station gondola are excluded from After Pass. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Oct 30–Nov 1 · Ikebukuro area; Friday night at Sunshine City · Pop Culture

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026

Choose observer, cosplayer or photographer participation, secure the matching ticket, and recheck the official map and rules before departure.

Oct 31–Nov 1 · Hama-rikyu Gardens, Tokyo · Culture

Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony 2026

Choose the Hama-rikyu weekend, buy the tea ticket on the day, and recheck the official weather and program notices.

Oct 31–Nov 15 · Oi Racecourse, Shinagawa, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Mega Illumination 2026–2027

Open only during this operating window. Usually 16:30–21:00, last entry 20:00; check the official date for earlier opening, ticket category and North Gate access. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Oct 31–Nov 3, 2026 · Yume Hiroba, Midori no Bunka Zone, Showa Kinen Park, Tachikawa, Tokyo · Market

Tokyo Nominoichi Autumn 2026

09:30–16:30. Ticketed market in the free park zone; use Akebono Entrance. Anko/children markets Oct31–Nov1, Komugi/student markets Nov2–3. Check paper advance tickets or availability of cash gate tickets. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

November 2026

Nov 1–15 · Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Japanese Traditional Garden, Tokyo · Exhibition

Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2026

Open daily during the exhibition, including Mondays. 09:00–16:30; last entry 16:00. Ordinary garden admission; choose the park gate, then find the inner Japanese Garden central entrance. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-05 – 2026-12-25 · Roppongi Keyakizaka-dori, Tokyo · Illumination

Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination 2026

17:00–22:00; first-day/crowd changes possible. Different opening dates and closing times apply within Roppongi Hills. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Nov 8 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

Nov 11–Dec 25 · Chiba · Theme Park

Tokyo Disney Christmas 2026

Check both parks’ live calendars, choose a fixed date, and keep another park, date, or Tokyo day as Plan B.

2026-11-12 – 2026-12-25 · Marunouchi Building and surrounding Marunouchi area, Tokyo · Winter Event

Marunouchi Bright Holiday 2026

The branded Christmas program ends December25. Check the organizer’s latest details; street illumination has a separate end date.

2026-11-12 – 2027-02-14 · Marunouchi-Nakadori Avenue, Tokyo · Illumination

Marunouchi Illumination 2026–2027

Street illumination continues beyond Christmas. Do not assume the indoor holiday program remains after December25.

2026-11-13 – 2026-12-27 · 66 Plaza, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo · Illumination

Roppongi Hills 66 Plaza Illumination 2026

17:00–24:00; final day23:00; first-day changes possible. Different opening dates and closing times apply within Roppongi Hills. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-13 – 2026-12-25 · Mohri Garden, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo · Illumination

Roppongi Hills Mohri Garden Illumination 2026

17:00–23:00; first-day changes possible. Different opening dates and closing times apply within Roppongi Hills. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-13 – 2026-12-25 · West Walk 2F south atrium, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo · Illumination

Roppongi Hills West Walk Christmas Tree 2026

No separate tree daily hours stated; verify facility access. Different opening dates and closing times apply within Roppongi Hills. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Nov 13–Dec 31, 2026 · Yomiuriland, 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo · Illumination

Yomiuriland Jewellumination 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates from the published Oct–Dec calendar. November 12 is closed. Season announced to April 4, 2027; later daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose admission or After Pass; Ferris wheel and station gondola are excluded from After Pass. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-14 – 2027-01-11 · Center Square / センター広場 (outdoor chandelier), Yebisu Garden Place, Ebisu, Tokyo · Illumination

Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS 2026–2027

Normally 11:00–23:00; November 14 starts at 17:00 planned. The chandelier ends January 11; the tree and markets end December 25, while surrounding illumination continues to February 28. Admission terms were not explicitly stated in the announcement; recheck official guidance. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Nov 14, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 · Sagamiko MORI MORI, 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa · Illumination

Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates through January 31; January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 are closed; some weekdays open at 16:00 for lights only. Season announced to May 9, 2027; February onward daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose B/C-date tickets, check ride hours and return bus; paths can be steep. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-14 – 2026-12-25 · Clock Square / 時計広場, Yebisu Garden Place, Ebisu, Tokyo · Market

Yebisu Christmas Marché 2026 — Clock Square

Weekdays 17:00–20:00; weekends and public holidays 12:00–20:00. Exception: November 14 starts at 17:00 planned. Rain or strong wind may cause cancellation. The Château Square market starts later, November 27. Both markets end December 25. Admission terms were not explicitly stated in the announcement; recheck official guidance. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-14 – 2026-12-25 · Clock Square / 時計広場, Yebisu Garden Place, Ebisu, Tokyo · Illumination

Yebisu Garden Place Christmas Tree 2026

Normally 16:00–23:00; November 14 starts at 17:00 planned. The tree ends December 25; the chandelier continues to January 11 and surrounding illumination to February 28. Admission terms were not explicitly stated in the announcement; recheck official guidance. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-14 – 2027-02-28 · Entrance Pavilion, Clock Square, Slope Promenade and Château Square, Yebisu Garden Place, Ebisu, Tokyo · Illumination

Yebisu Garden Place Winter Illumination 2026–2027

Normally 16:00–23:00; November 14 starts at 17:00 planned. This longer period does not extend the Christmas tree or markets beyond December 25, or the Baccarat chandelier beyond January 11. Admission terms were not explicitly stated in the announcement; recheck official guidance. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-19 – 2027-02-28 · Tokyo Dome City, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination 2026–2027

Free outdoor lights, announced 17:00–24:00, subject to change. The separate paid indoor Cinnamoroll Park runs November 20–January 17 at Gallery AaMo; its tunnel display remains through February 28. Rides and food cost extra. Recheck official operation before travel. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Nov 20–Dec 25 · New Toyosu, Tokyo · Market

Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 – New Toyosu

Choose the venue and date first, then confirm the current ticket display, weather and transit before departure.

Nov 21–22 · Koshu-kaido and Ryonan Park area, Hachioji, Tokyo · Festival

Hachioji Ginkgo Festival 2026

Free entry; optional standard checkpoint pass ¥700. Saturday 09:00–16:30, Sunday 09:00–16:00; checkpoints close 15:30 both days. Choose Takao or Nishi-Hachioji and a manageable walk. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-21 – 2026-12-25 · O-Yane Plaza, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo · Market

Roppongi Hills Christmas Market 2026

11:00–21:00. Different opening dates and closing times apply within Roppongi Hills. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph. Market admission and reservation conditions were not stated in the initial announcement; check the detailed seasonal website.

Nov 21–29 · Oi Racecourse, Shinagawa, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Mega Illumination 2026–2027

Open only during this operating window. Usually 16:30–21:00, last entry 20:00; check the official date for earlier opening, ticket category and North Gate access. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Nov 23 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

Nov 25–Dec 6 · Rikugien, Bunkyo, Tokyo · Illumination

Rikugien Autumn Illumination 2026

Night entry 18:00–20:30, last admission 19:30. Use the Main Gate with a separate nighttime ticket. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-26 – 2026-12-20 · Beside the Lawn Square, Midtown Garden, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, Tokyo · Food & Drink

Tokyo Midtown Christmas 2026 — MIDWINTER LOUNGE

Weekdays 16:00–22:00; Saturdays/Sundays 15:00–22:00; last orders 21:30. Paid; entry requires a food or drink purchase. Garden illumination starts at 17:00. Menu prices and reservations were not confirmed in the announcement. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-26 – 2026-12-20 · Midtown Garden, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Midtown Christmas 2026 — Main Lights & Tree (Bubble Period)

Free, 17:00–23:00. MIDWINTER LIGHTS and THE DREAMING TREE; bubble effects once every four minutes through December 20. Lounge purchase and skating fees are separate. Recheck operation before travel. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-26 – 2027-02-23 · Midtown Garden and Plaza 1F, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Midtown Roppongi — Path of Light 2026–2027

Announced free winter walkway, 17:00–23:00; times may change. This extended period does not extend MIDWINTER LIGHTS or the Christmas tree. Recheck access for January 1; the announcement explicitly closes the rink that day, while walkway access is not separately stated. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

2026-11-27 – 2026-12-25 · Château Square / シャトー広場, Yebisu Garden Place, Ebisu, Tokyo · Market

Yebisu Christmas Marché 2026 — Château Square

Starts November 27, later than the Clock Square market. Weekdays 17:00–20:00; weekends and public holidays 12:00–20:00. Rain or strong wind may cause cancellation. Both markets end December 25. Admission terms were not explicitly stated in the announcement; recheck official guidance. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

December 2026

Dec 2-3 · Chichibu City, Saitama · Festival

Chichibu Night Festival 2026

Choose December 2 or 3, plan the return train or lodging, and recheck official transport and traffic notices before travel.

Dec 4–25 · Shiba Park, Tokyo · Market

Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 – Shiba Park

Choose the venue and date first, then confirm the current ticket display, weather and transit before departure.

2026-12-05 – 2026-12-31 · Lawn Square, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Tokyo · Sport

RALPH LAUREN MIDTOWN ICE RINK — December 2026

11:00–21:00; reception until 20:00. Paid skating; shoe rental costs an additional ¥500. Holiday skating rates apply December 12–January 3. Closed January 1; next plotted operating period starts January 2. Recheck the detailed rink rules. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Dec 5–23 · Oi Racecourse, Shinagawa, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Mega Illumination 2026–2027

Open only during this operating window. Usually 16:30–21:00, last entry 20:00; check the official date for earlier opening, ticket category and North Gate access. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Dec 6 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

2026-12-21 – 2026-12-25 · Midtown Garden, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Midtown Christmas 2026 — Main Lights & Tree (No Bubble Effects)

Free, 17:00–23:00. MIDWINTER LIGHTS and THE DREAMING TREE continue; bubble effects and MIDWINTER LOUNGE have ended. Recheck operation before travel. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Dec 25 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

Dec 27 · Nakayama Racecourse, Chiba · Sports

Arima Kinen 2026

Verify December 27, secure official admission before travel, choose a Nakayama access route, and keep a no-admission alternative.

Dec 29-31 · Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo · Pop Culture

Comic Market 109 (Comiket 109)

Hold flexible lodging and public transport, then recheck the official C109 admission release before buying entry.

January 2027

Jan 1–Feb 14, 2027 · Ashikaga Flower Park, 607 Hasamacho, Ashikaga, Tochigi · Illumination

Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination 2026–2027

Night entry 15:30; lights start later. Closing varies by date and weekday. December 31 is closed. Choose a night ticket, use JR Ashikaga Flower Park Station and plan the return connection before travel. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

2027-01-02 – 2027-02-23 · Lawn Square, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Tokyo · Sport

RALPH LAUREN MIDTOWN ICE RINK — January–February 2027

11:00–21:00; reception until 20:00. Paid skating; shoe rental costs an additional ¥500. Holiday skating rates still apply January 2–3. The main Christmas lights, tree, bubble effects and lounge have ended. Recheck the detailed rink rules. Preview: AI conceptual illustration, not an event photograph.

Jan 2–10, 2027 · Oi Racecourse, Shinagawa, Tokyo · Illumination

Tokyo Mega Illumination 2026–2027

Open only during this operating window. Usually 16:30–21:00, last entry 20:00; check the official date for earlier opening, ticket category and North Gate access. Preview image: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Jan 8–12, 2027 · Sagamiko MORI MORI, 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa · Illumination

Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates through January 31; January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 are closed; some weekdays open at 16:00 for lights only. Season announced to May 9, 2027; February onward daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose B/C-date tickets, check ride hours and return bus; paths can be steep. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Jan 10–24 · Ryogoku Kokugikan, Tokyo · Sports

Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament — January 2027

Choose one tournament day and use the official ticket route; recheck the schedule, sale link, seat terms and day-of details before departure.

Jan 15–19, 2027 · Sagamiko MORI MORI, 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa · Illumination

Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates through January 31; January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 are closed; some weekdays open at 16:00 for lights only. Season announced to May 9, 2027; February onward daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose B/C-date tickets, check ride hours and return bus; paths can be steep. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Jan 15–17 · Makuhari Messe, Chiba · Exhibition

Tokyo Auto Salon 2027

Choose the public day, buy the matching date-specific digital ticket, and plan the JR Keiyo Line arrival and return.

Jan 22–26, 2027 · Sagamiko MORI MORI, 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa · Illumination

Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates through January 31; January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 are closed; some weekdays open at 16:00 for lights only. Season announced to May 9, 2027; February onward daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose B/C-date tickets, check ride hours and return bus; paths can be steep. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

Jan 29–31, 2027 · Sagamiko MORI MORI, 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa · Illumination

Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–2027

Confirmed operating dates through January 31; January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 are closed; some weekdays open at 16:00 for lights only. Season announced to May 9, 2027; February onward daily calendars are pending and are not plotted here. Choose B/C-date tickets, check ride hours and return bus; paths can be steep. Preview: AI illustration, not an event photograph.

February 2027

Feb 21, 2027 · Atami Bay, Shizuoka · Fireworks

Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026

Choose one current Atami date, recheck the city notice, and secure the exact return rail plan before travel.

March 2027

Mar 19–Sep 26 · Former Kamiseya Communication Facility, Yokohama · Exhibition

GREEN×EXPO 2027

Choose a visit date, confirm current ticket and reservation steps, and plan the Kamiseya-area route.

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