Tokyo Events For August 2025
The Best of Summer Events in Tokyo
Don't let the heat stop you from making the most out of summer. Here are some events to help plan your month ahead!
Welcome to August in Tokyo! Do you have any plans yet? From rooftop barbecue parties to night yoga and dance festivals galore, check out our recommended Tokyo events for August 2025!
August 25 – 31
Summer Beats
Minato Mirai Bon Odori
The largest summer festival in the Minato Mirai area, this bon odori stage attracts nearly 20,000 visitors every year. Feel the ocean breeze and have a glass of cold beer as you listen to the sound of taiko drums and bon dance tunes. A great way to end a pleasant date in Yokohama!
- Date
- Fri, Aug 29-Sat, Aug 30, 2025
- Time
- 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Location
- Rinko Park, 1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Pref. - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- Recommended for: Families, Couples
City Breeze
Midtown Summer 2025
Tokyo Midtown once again shows us what it's like to be the coolest event organizer in a city that already has it all. This summer, stop by at Midtown in Roppongi for an experience of traditional Japanese summertime right in the heart of Tokyo. It's a great place to bring friends to if they're visiting you in town.
- Date
- FRI, JUL. 18-SUN, AUG. 31, 2025
- Time
- DIGITAL ART GARDEN: 5 P.M.-11 P.M., FOG: 3 P.M.-11 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO MIDTOWN, 9-7-1 AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, TOURISTS
© Photo by https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/Count The Stars
Tokyo Tower's City Light Fantasia Summer Landscape 2025
As we slowly but surely head into summer, why not experience only the best of what this season has to offer? Using projection mapping, enter the ideal Japanese summer landscape. Imagine hydrangeas, sunflowers and vibrant sunsets.
- Date
- Now through - Sun, Sep. 7, 2025
- Time
- 7 P.M.-11 P.M.
- Location
- TOKYO TOWER, FIRST FLOOR OF MAIN OBSERVATORY, 4-2-8, SHIBAKOEN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- From ¥1,500 (GENERAL)
- Info
- Recommended for: Couples, Families, Friends, Instagrammers
Good Luck Chimes
Fuurin Matsuri
Hear the sound of the wind from all over Japan at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Take in the picturesque sights of beautifully designed wind chimes and don't forget to snap a photo or two. You might also be able to buy one of the wind chimes at the festival as a souvenir.
- Date
- Now through Mon, SEP. 15, 2025
- Time
- 10 A.M.-9 P.M.
- Location
- 2-11-3, Miyashitamachi, Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FAMILIES, FRIENDS
© Photo by iStock:joka2000A Floating Beer Garden
Saru Beer Garden
Hop aboard the Salvia Maru for Saru Beer, a unique floating beer garden docked at Takeshiba Pier in Tokyo Bay. Enjoy unlimited draft beer straight from the brewery and an assortment of dishes made with ingredients from the Tokyo Islands and stunning night views of the bay.
- Date
- Fri July 18 - Sun Aug. 31, 2025
- Time
- FROM 7:15 P.M.
- Location
- 1-12-2 Kaigan, Minato Ward, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FROM ¥2,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, TOURISTS
© Photo by WILDBEACH(ワイルドビーチ) 新宿Hot Summer Nights
WildBeach Lumine EST
If you can't find time to make it to the beach this summer, then head to Wildbeach in Lumine EST Shinjuku. Located on the rooftop, here you can experience a similar atmosphere without leaving the heart of Tokyo. There are several plans for barbecue courses, white sand and plenty of seating to accommodate big groups. Happy grilling!
- Date
- Now through the end of summer
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 10 P.M.
- Location
- Lumine EST Rooftop, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- Barbecue plans from ¥3,828
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, INSTAGRAMMERS
August 4 – 10
© Photo by https://www.active-icon.com/The Ultimate After-Work Stress Relief
Jingu Stadium Night Yoga 2025
If you're looking to take advantage of the warm early summer nights in Tokyo, Jingu Stadium Night Yoga is the perfect event for you. The mastermind behind this relaxing event is Active Icon, a group of hyperactive enthusiasts who try to energize Tokyo through health-conscious activities and relaxation. If you wish to calm your mind and body while enjoying the evening breeze, bring a friend or two and enjoy this outdoor after-work experience. Register online in advance.
- Date
- TUES AUG. 5 and THU AUG. 14, 2025
- Time
- 7:30 P.M. - 8.30 P.M. (Doors open at 7 P.M.)
- Location
- Jingu Stadium, Kasumigaoka-machi 3-1, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- Free!
- Info
- Recommended for: Friends, Yogis, Stressed out folks
© Photo by Design HubGraphic Design in Japan
Tokyo Midtown Design Hub Exhibit
The Tokyo Midtown Design Hub holds its exhibition celebrating graphic design in Japan. Expect to see the best and latest showcases of graphic design from advertising campaigns and general merchandise.
- Date
- Now through Thu, Aug. 7, 2025
- Time
- 11 A.M.-7 P.M.
- Location
- Tokyo Midtown Design Hub (Midtown Tower 5F) - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, ART LOVERS
Local Parade
Ueno Summer Festival
Spread across several weeks, this summer festival's highlight is the exciting 7-hour-long parade starting from Ueno station to Ueno's central street on Saturday. As usual, there will be delicious festival snacks at food booths, street and dance performances, and other entertaining events for the crowd!
- Date
- NOW THROUGH MON, AUG. 11, 2025
- Time
- 10 A.M. - 9 P.M.
- Location
- UENO PARK, 2 UENO KOEN, TAITO-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, JAPANESE CULTURE FANS
© Photo by iStock:CreativaImagesSplash Around
Children's Water Park
Spend an hour or two having your little ones cool off at the Tokyo Dome City Children's Water Park. There are four different types of attractions from a bubble area to water slides it'll be a fun summer afternoon to remember.
- Date
- Now until Sun, Sep. 7, 2025
- Time
- 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Location
- 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- ¥1,900
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
August 11 – 17
Stars & Wishes
Asagaya Tanabata Matsuri
Of the three best known Tanabata Festivals in Tokyo, the Asagaya Tanabata Matsuri attracts thousands of people with its colorful bamboo and large decorations inspired by recent events and well-known attractions. Shopping streets around JR Asagaya station will be displaying all the impressive decorations, and there will be food stalls aplenty! Don't miss the chance to explore the charming local neighborhood of Asagaya, known for its cute shops and cafes, as well.
- Date
- THU, AUG. 7 - MON, AUG. 11, 2025
- Time
- ALL DAY
- Location
- SHOPPING ARCADES NEAR ASAGAYA STATION, 1-35-18 ASAGAYA MINAMI, SUGINAMI-KU, TOKYO
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS, COUPLES, PHOTOGRAPHERS
© Photo by https://www.tokyo.grand.hyatt.co.jpDress Code: All-White Cocktail
Grand Hyatt Tokyo's Soiree Blanche
Put your best white outfit on and join the most popular summer soiree in the city! There will be plenty of free-flowing champagne along with all-you-can-eat exquisite food and desserts, great upbeat music and quite a few photo ops. One of the best summer events in Tokyo—don't miss this fabulous evening!
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 16, 30, 2025
- Time
- 7 P.M.-10 P.M.
- Location
- 2F GRAND HYATT TOKYO, 6-10-3 ROPPONGI, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- From ¥17,600
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES, GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Boom, Boom, Boom
Meiji Jingu Gaien Fireworks
One of the largest Tokyo fireworks festivals, the Meiji Jingu Gaien hanabi attracts over a million of spectators annually since it's initial start in 1980. Watch some 12,000 fireworks light up the sky.
- Date
- SAT, Aug. 16, 2025
- Time
- 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Location
- 1-1 Kasumigaoka-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- ¥4,000 - ¥9,000
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, COUPLES AND FAMILIES
Purifying Splashes
Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri
One of the three great Shinto festivals in Tokyo, along with the Kanda Matsuri and Sanno Matsuri, the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival is held at the vintage Tomioka Hachiman Shinto shrine in Tokyo’s Koto district. Dated back to 1642, the festival sees the shrine’s 120 mikoshi being carried down the local streets while the onlookers splash purifying water at the mikoshi-bearers. You will definitely get wet at this event, so go well prepared.
- Date
- WED, AUG. 13-SUN, AUG. 17, 2025
- Time
- 9 A.M. - 8 P.M. (SEVERAL EVENTS ON ALL DAYS, TIMES VARY)
- Location
- TOMIOKA HACHIMAN, 1-20-3 TOMIOKA, KOTO-KU, TOKYO - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: MATSURI FANS, FAMILIES, SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS
Nocturnal Adventures
Night Zoo At Zoorasia
Let the kids stay up for a little longer and take them on a date to a night zoo where they can see the usually sleeping fauna in their usual habitats late in the evening. The zoo will also be illuminated for the event, turning it into quite a unique date spot.
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 2 -SUN, AUG. 31, 2024 (WEEKENDS ONLY)
- Time
- 4:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
- Location
- ZOORASIA, 1175-1 KAMISHIRANECYOU, ASAHI-KU, YOKOHAMA - Map
- Fee
- ¥800 (ADULTS), FREE (UNDER 6)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Floating Wishes
Asakusa Paper Lantern Festival
One of the most beautiful and symbolic festivals in the capital, this event sees thousands of visitors write their wishes on paper lanterns and releasing them in the Sumida River from the Sumida Park Shinsui Terrace near Azuma-bashi Bridge.
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 16, 2025
- Time
- 6:45 P.M. - 8 P.M. (PURCHASE OF PAPER LANTERNS STARTS AT 2 P.M.)
- Location
- SUMIDA PARK SHINSUI TERRACE, A 5-MIN WALK FROM ASAKUSA STATION - Map
- Fee
- FREE (PAPER LANTERNS COST ¥1,500 EACH)
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, COUPLES, PHOTOGRAPHERS
August 18 – 24
Something Good
Edogawa River Clean Up
Make some friends while doing something worthwhile. As well as helping the environment, you can also enjoy a guided eco-walking tour along the riverside and learn about the wildlife on the water’s edge.
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 23, 2024
- Time
- 2:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M
- Location
- Myoden Station (MEETING POINT), 1-2 Tomihama, Ichikawa, Chiba - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, THOSE WHO CARE ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT
To The Samba Beat
Sancha Latin Festival
Head to Sangenjaya this weekend for the annual Sancha Latin Festival where you'll see various live shows, food stalls, and of course, the Sunday Samba Parade held on the main streets of Sangenjaya. Not as big as the Asakusa Samba Festival, but this one's worth a go too!
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 23 - SUN, AUG, 24, 2025
- Time
- 11 A.M. - 7 P.M.
- Location
- Sangenjaya Fureai Square, 2-17-1 Taishido, Setagaya City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, KIDS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
© Photo by TokyoKoenjiAwaodori Nonprofit OrganizationThe City's Most Famous Dance Fest
Koenji Awa Odori
The annual Koenji Awa Odori is one of the most popular dance festivals in Tokyo. Just a few stops away from Shinjuku, come and see the nearly 170 teams dance the night away under traditional tunes and drums, forming a one-of-a-kind spectacular show!
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 23 - SUN, AUG. 24, 2025
- Time
- 5 P.M. - 8 P.M.
- Location
- 2-1-2 Koenjikita, Suginami City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Move to the Rhythm
Harajuku Super Yosakoi Festival
Yosakoi is a traditional dance originating from Kochi prefecture. Also a competition, each team invests much into costumes, hair styles and originality. The Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi, gathers over 100 teams this year, one of the largest ever! Warning: expect some crowds, but don't miss out on this one!
- Date
- Sat, Aug. 23-Sun, Aug. 24, 2025
- Time
- 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Location
- Various stages near Harajuku: Harajuku Omotesando, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi park, Keyaki avenue in front of NHK - Map
- Fee
- Free
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Dance, Dance, Dance
Minami Koshigaya Bon Odori
Finally back on after four long years, the Minami Koshigaya Bon Odori Festival is one of the largest and best known summer festivals in Saitama and sees two full days of various bonodori styles and rhythmic sounds. Wear a yukata and celebrate summer the traditional way.
- Date
- Fri, Aug. 22 - Sun, Aug. 24, 2025
- Time
- 5:10 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Location
- Minami Koshigaya Chuodori Street and the surrounding areas - Map
- Fee
- Free
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
In The Heat Of The Night
Azabu-Juban Matsuri
Another event thats back with a vengeance! The Azabu-Juban Summer Festival has a history of over 40 years. Check out what each of the different shops and boutiques in the area have in store for an afternoon of fun and tasty treats.
- Date
- SAT, AUG. 23 - SUN, AUG. 24, 2025
- Time
- 3 P.M. - 9 P.M.
- Location
- Azabujuban Shopping Area, 2-2-3 Azabujuban, Minato City, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, COUPLES
What did you think of our roundup of Tokyo August 2025 events? What are your plans this month? If you’re organizing an event, or you know someone who is, contact us to get it listed!
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