Latest Events in Tokyo(May Updated)

This event recreates unforgettable moments from classic Pixar Animation Studios films on a large scale. Visitors can explore meticulously crafted sets and interact with over 24 life-size characters from Pixar's classics and recent favorites. The exhibition aims to immerse visitors at the heart of each story, providing an interactive experience that highlights the warmth, imagination, and emotional depth inherent in Pixar's work.

"ULTRA JAPAN" is the Japanese version of the world's largest urban dance music festival "ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL" (UMF), which originated in Miami, USA in 1999. As a pioneer of dance music festivals, UMF is now held in 27 countries and regions around the world. Over the past 10 events, top DJs and music producers from around the world have continuously attracted audiences with their vibrant and energetic dance music. Attendees can enjoy underground music styles such as techno and tech house, as well as unique musical styles brought by emerging artists from both domestic and international scenes. As an urban music festival accessible within approximately 15 minutes by car from Shibuya, ULTRA JAPAN has consistently attracted audiences with its diverse appeal, including high fashion. In 2026, the festival will celebrate its 11th anniversary.

SEVENTEEN will hold their Japanese fan meeting "YAKUSOKU" in May 2026, taking place on May 13 and 14 at Tokyo Dome, and on May 23 and 24 at Kyocera Dome Osaka."YAKUSOKU" means "promise" in Japanese. The name carries the unwavering promise between SEVENTEEN and CARAT — that they will surely meet again and be together forever. The official poster for the event stays true to this theme, using thread-inspired visuals with interwoven lines surrounding the members, symbolizing the unbreakable connection and bond they share with their fans.

Impressionist master Claude Monet (1840-1926) was deeply fascinated by the ever-changing nature of light and shadow, dedicating his life to capturing their beauty on canvas. This exhibition features approximately 140 works, exploring Monet's allure as a landscape painter, including 41 of his own paintings, about 90 works from the Musée d'Orsay, and pieces from other museums and private collections in Japan.

"The Great Van Gogh Exhibition" to be held! "Café Terrace at Night" and other works coming to Japan. "The Great Van Gogh Exhibition," a traveling exhibition of masterpieces by painter Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), will be held at the Ueno Royal Museum in Taito Ward, Tokyo. Masterpieces from the Kröller-Muller Museum in the Netherlands, which boasts one of the world's leading collections of Van Gogh works, will be on display in two parts.

The official name of Sensoji Temple comes from the Golden Dragon Mountain, and it is called "Golden Dragon Mountain Sensoji Temple", and the name "Golden Dragon Dance" comes from the name of this mountain. "Golden Dragon Dance" is a dance that started in 1958 to commemorate the reconstruction of the main hall of Sensoji Temple, Kannon Hall. This dance is based on the story of Guanyin Bodhisattva enshrined in Sensoji Temple. According to legend, she appeared as a golden dragon that descended from the sky, and overnight she created a thousand pine trees that symbolize a good harvest. The 18-meter-long, 88-kilogram shining golden dragon dances gorgeously to the music of the celebration, and this scene is absolutely impressive.

This exhibition focuses on Yayoi Kusama's unique "Pop Art," exploring the breadth of her work. Her collages, filled with the same printed materials (such as airmail stickers), reflect both mass consumer society and the obsessions driving her creation. A three-dimensional work featuring a mannequin covered in macaroni similarly connects mass-produced food with Kusama's profound personal obsessions. This impulse for repetition extends to self-portraits and other works featuring the artist herself, and is widely disseminated across various media including prints, photographs, flyers, and exhibition posters.

Highlights Step into the world of "YOKAI" that has fascinated people across the globe. We invite you to enjoy this new sensory art entertainment exhibition where visitors of all ages—from children to adults—can "enjoy, learn about, and experience" the wonders of Yokai culture. Introduction YOKAI Immersive Experience Exhibition is the world's first immersive digital art museum where you can dive into Japan's proud Yokai heritage. This exhibition brings to life masterpieces such as "Hyakki Yagyo" (Night Parade of One Hundred Demons), "Hyakumonogatari" (One Hundred Ghost Stories), and legendary creatures like Oni, Tengu, Kappa, and Tsukumogami (object spirits) using cutting-edge video technology and 3D modeling. Born from the rich imagination of ancient Japanese myths and folklore, these Yokai have transcended generations to be loved by people worldwide. Through advanced digital techniques—including 3DCG, projection mapping, and holographic screens—the humorous figures depicted in traditional Yokai paintings and caricatures (Giga) are dynamically animated. Combined with detailed physical 3D models, the museum recreates a realistic world of spirits. Furthermore, in collaboration with the Iwase Bunko Library (Japan's first museum for ancient books) and the Yokai Art Museum on Shodoshima, the exhibition provides in-depth commentary on Yokai art and culture. It unravels the history of these supernatural beings and reveals how they have evolved into the Japanese pop culture we know today.

The Hanazono Shrine Grand Festival will be held from May 22nd to 25th, 2026, with a procession of eight shrines running from Meiji-dori to Shinjuku-dori. The pre-festival activities take place on the 22nd, the main ceremony on the 23rd, the shrine procession on the 24th, and the post-festival celebrations on the 25th. During this annual festival, especially in the evenings, up to 100 food stalls are set up, creating a vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Located in Kabukicho, it attracts a diverse range of customers, which is a major characteristic of the area.