TOKYO TOWER HIGHBALL GARDEN “CHO-TEN”
March 18 (Tue) – October 13 (Mon/Holiday), 2025
A Special Highball Experience Beneath Tokyo Tower
Enjoy premium highballs and perfectly paired dishes at two outdoor venues at the base of Tokyo Tower. In front of the main entrance on the first floor, the lantern-lit “TOKYO TOWER HIGHBALL GARDEN ‘CHO-TEN’” offers a modern Japanese atmosphere. Sample a variety of Suntory whiskey highballs and a diverse food menu. On the rooftop of FootTown, the “TOKYO TOWER HIGHBALL GARDEN ‘ROOF TOP’” features all-you-can-drink highballs and unlimited Genghis Khan BBQ from Mother Farm.
MATCHA BEER GARDEN
June 2 (Mon) – September 30 (Tue), 2025 (Closed on Sundays and holidays)
A Must-Visit for Tea Lovers! A Summer-Only Japanese Tea Beer Garden
Held at Restaurant 1899 Ochanomizu, this summer tradition showcases the allure of Japanese tea. Enjoy 13 types of alcoholic drinks such as vivid green matcha beer, roasted tea dark beer, and matcha highballs. Four types of non-alcoholic tea mocktails are also available. The tea-themed food menu includes 25 dishes (13 new), along with 5 Japanese dessert specialties like the 1899 Matcha Parfait and Thick Matcha Gelato.
Beer Festa 2025 ~ Rooftop Lawn Beer Garden BBQ ~
March 14 (Fri) – November 9 (Sun), 2025
BBQ on the Lawn! A Rooftop Beer Garden for the Whole Family
Located on the 8th-floor rooftop of Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro, this lawn-covered beer garden offers a picnic-like atmosphere. Relax in the open air and enjoy BBQ in a green setting. Kids can enjoy a play area with wooden slides and bouldering, making it perfect for families. Choose from five BBQ plans with all-you-can-eat and drink options, or go à la carte with steak bites, pizza, fries, and more. Lunch options include curry and ramen.
Mori no Beer Garden
April 15 (Tue) – September 23 (Mon/Holiday), 2025
A Classic Summer Beer Garden Surrounded by Lush City Greenery
A summer tradition since 1984, this popular beer garden in Meiji Jingu Gaien offers one of Tokyo’s largest spaces with about 1,000 seats. Guests can enjoy BBQ and all-you-can-drink beer, highballs, and sours in a spacious open-air venue. The specially cooled kegs and dedicated frosty mugs ensure your drinks stay icy until the last sip, making it a refreshing escape from the heat.
Shirononiwa Beer Garden
April 25 (Fri) – October 31 (Fri), 2025 (Closed on Atre Ebisu holidays)
A Relaxing Rooftop Haven in the City – Ebisu’s Luxury Beer Garden
Held on the rooftop of Atre Ebisu West Building, this annual beer garden offers a luxurious experience themed around “Luxury Beergarden.” Surrounded by the lush “Sky Garden” curated by plant hunter Seijun Nishihata, guests can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes such as paella and fritto misto, paired with free-flowing drinks in a serene open-air setting, perfect for a grown-up summer escape.
The 74th Edo Style Summer Festival in Ueno
July 11 (Fri) – August 11 (Mon/Holiday), 2025 (Dates vary by event)
Lively, Nostalgic Summer Fun for All Generations
Held in Ueno Onshi Park, this nostalgic summer festival features traditional fair booths, delicious street food, and retro games on Fridays, weekends, and holidays. Enjoy live music, theater, and stage events at the Shinobazu Pond Outdoor Music Hall. Additional attractions include taiko drum shows, yukata photo ops, monkey performances, antique markets, lantern floating, and ice sculpture contests. Lanterns and wind chimes transform the venue into a magical evening scene.
The 78th Mitama Matsuri
July 13 (Sun) – 16 (Wed), 2025
A Fantastical Summer Night at Yasukuni Shrine
First held in 1947 to honor the war dead, Mitama Matsuri is one of Tokyo’s most iconic summer festivals. The shrine grounds glow with thousands of lanterns and bonbori (decorated paper lanterns) bearing calligraphy by prominent figures. Evening ceremonies and special nighttime worship offer a solemn yet captivating atmosphere. Highlights include traditional performances, mikoshi parades, Aomori Nebuta floats, bon dancing, and gourmet food trucks filling the outer garden.
Yataiwan Festival 2025 in Shiba Park (Onarimon Station)
July 11 (Fri) – 21 (Mon), 2025
Taiwan Night Market Comes to Shiba Park!
Shiba Park transforms into a bustling Taiwanese night market for 11 days, offering authentic street food, sweets, carnival games, live performances, and photo-worthy spots. On weekends, sky lantern launches create magical moments reminiscent of Taiwan itself. A summer celebration full of international charm for all ages.
Furente Sasazuka Flea Market (July)
July 12 (Sat) & 13 (Sun), 2025 (Canceled in case of rain)
Sasazuka Station Comes Alive with Trendy Treasure Hunting
Just five minutes from Shinjuku by Keio Line, the lively market in front of Furente Sasazuka features household items, fashion, and trendy finds unique to this stylish area. A perfect chance to discover rare gems and have fun hunting for treasures.
Fujimori Park Flea Market (July)
July 13 (Sun), 2025 (Canceled in case of rain)
Cherry Blossom Avenue Becomes Flea Market Street!
Held at Fujimori Park next to Hachioji’s sports complex, this popular local flea market transforms a cherry tree-lined path into a bustling market street. A hotspot for unique items and rare finds, it draws crowds from both near and far. Great for first-time vendors and treasure hunters alike.
Cross Garden Tama Handmade Market (July)
July 13 (Sun), 2025 (Held indoors – Rain or Shine)
A Showcase of Craftsmanship – Handmade with Heart
Held on the 2nd floor of Cross Garden Tama, this handmade market features skilled local artisans under the theme “Crafted with Care.” Discover one-of-a-kind accessories and home goods filled with creativity and warmth that mass-produced items can’t match.