Shibuya in March 2025: Highlights, Events & Festivals
I started living in Shibuya, Tokyo in 2024. While walking around my new neighborhood, I found something amazing - Shibuya has many beautiful shrines and temples! These places are especially wonderful to visit during New Year celebrations. Since January 2025 is coming soon, I want to share my favorite spots in Shibuya that are perfect to visit in January. I'll also include the newest information for 2025.
I also want to tell you about some great Tokyo tours by Magical Trip. If you're interested in visiting Shibuya, you should try their "Shibuya Bar Hopping Night Tour in Tokyo." Magical Trip is very popular - in fact, our "Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku" was rated the #1 tour on TripAdvisor in 2024!
I've been on both tours myself. The Shibuya tour is just as much fun as the famous our Shinjuku tour. If you want to:
- Enjoy Shibuya's culture
- See the best places in the area
- Make the most of your time
Then I really think you should join our Shibuya tour. It's a great way to experience everything Shibuya has to offer!
Once you have made plans for events in Shinjuku, the next step is to make plans to enjoy Shinjuku's nightlife to the fullest!
You can also visit Magical Trip's ‘Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku’, where you can soak up the uniquely Japanese atmosphere.
Introduction
In Japan, as March arrives, the harsh winter gradually subsides, giving way to warmer days. With maximum temperatures around 16°C, it's still quite cool, and the temperature difference between day and night makes outerwear essential.
Nevertheless, the spring atmosphere envelops the city, bringing a vibrant energy to the streets. Particularly in Shibuya, a hub for fashion and cultural trends, various events are held celebrating the arrival of spring, making the area even more lively for the Shibuya Event March 2025 season.
As befitting a fashion epicenter, grand fashion shows are held, and events exploring Japan's globally recognized subculture are planned. Additionally, numerous seasonal festivals related to cherry blossoms, an essential part of Japanese spring, are organized.
In this guide, we'll introduce you to events and highlights that will help you thoroughly enjoy Shibuya's spring!
2025 Year-round Event Schedule in Shibuya↓
・Shibuya: List of Events & Festivals for 2025
Table of Content
● Traditional Events in Shibuya for March 2025
● Special March Experiences in Shibuya
● Shibuya's March Seasonal Events
Traditional Events in Shibuya for March 2025
Konnoumaru Festival
Source: Official website
Shibuya Konnou Hachimangu Shrine, located about 6 minutes on foot from JR Shibuya Station, is considered the birthplace of "Shibuya." It was established in 1092 by the Shibuya clan who ruled this land at the time.
The Konnoumaru Festival, commemorating the heroic figure of Konnoumaru Tsunemitsu, the former lord of Shibuya Castle, has become one of the traditional spring events. During this time only, a wooden statue that he allegedly carved of himself and left for his mother is specially displayed.
The Konno Cherry Tree, planted beside the shrine hall, hosts cherry blossom viewing parties. This rare cherry tree, featuring both single and double blossoms, is counted as one of the three famous cherry trees of Edo (Tokyo's former name).
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Date: March 29, 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station Exit C1 (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Toyoko Line, Den-en-toshi Line, Keio Inokashira Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/
Konno Cherry Blossom Festival
Source: Shibuya Keizai Shimbun
The Konno Cherry Blossom Festival is held grandly alongside the Konnoumaru Festival. Each year, food trucks, vendors, street performers, and local mascots appear, making it a lively celebration. Previous years featured cultural performances including opera dedications, koto and jazz performances, as well as modern food stalls serving hearty American sandwiches and roast beef bowls, matcha stands, and karaoke.
While the details for 2025 are yet to be confirmed, visitors can expect another exciting lineup of activities.
<Information> *Information based on 2024 event
Dates: March 30-31, 2024
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station Exit C1 (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Toyoko Line, Den-en-toshi Line, Keio Inokashira Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/
Special March Experiences in Shibuya
SAHAKU
Source: Official website
The specialized sauna exposition, abbreviated as "SAHAKU," will be held again in 2025 following its previous successful event. In recent years, Japan has been experiencing an unprecedented sauna boom, from traditional public bathhouses to modern facilities. "SAHAKU" emerged from this growing sauna popularity.
"SAHAKU" is an event where various sauna-related cultures come together. Last year's highlights included popular sauna facilities, the "SAMESHI" area featuring curry, and "SADAI" (Sauna University) where attendees could learn deeply about sauna culture from distinguished cultural figures. The 2025 event promises to be even more engaging and powerful with enhanced content and pop culture elements.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Dates: March 30-31, 2024
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station West Exit
Admission: Free
Website: https://sahaku.jp/
Subculture Market
Source: PR TIMES
"Subculture" was originally a term referring to niche, somewhat cult-following cultures contrasting with mainstream culture. Today, it has established itself as a cultural genre encompassing manga, anime, and other passionate interests. It has gained recognition as one of Japan's representative cultures and commands respect internationally.
The "Subculture Market" is an event celebrating this subculture theme. Visitors can enjoy a market featuring unique shops selling manga, old books, art, accessories, and fortune-telling services. The event also offers manga artist autograph sessions, portrait drawing workshops, and talk events, ensuring a fulfilling day for attendees.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Dates: March 23-24, 2024
Access: 5-minute walk from Daikanyama Station on Tokyu Toyoko Line, or directly at Daikanyama T-Site stop via Tokyu TRANSSE bus (via Aobadai 2-chome/Daikanyama Station entrance)
Admission: Free
Website: https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/
St. Patrick's Day Parade Tokyo
Source: PR TIMES
The "St. Patrick's Day Parade Tokyo," established in 1992, aims to promote Irish culture to a broader audience. Celebrating Ireland's biggest holiday, it's the longest-running and largest parade of its kind in Asia.
The parade features musicians, dancers, and marching bands dressed in the key color green, proceeding through Harajuku and Omotesando. The event attracts up to 50,000 spectators along the route. It brings together people not only from Ireland but also from the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries, making it a truly international celebration.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Date: March 17, 2024
Access: Direct access from Omotesando Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://inj.or.jp/
March in Tokyo is a beautiful season when the whole city is enveloped in a gentle atmosphere and you can feel the spring air. You can enjoy sightseeing in Shibuya while experiencing Japan's four seasons.
Why not try a photo tour in March through Shibuya, Tokyo's iconic nightlife district, or Asakusa with its traditional streetscapes?
Walking through the city with a professional photographer and local guide who knows Tokyo inside and out, you'll be able to capture Instagram-worthy photos that will become lifelong memories.
・Tokyo by Night Photography Tour
・Asakusa Kimono Photography Tour
ROMAFEST GYPSY FESTIVAL
Source: Official website
"ROMAFEST GYPSY FESTIVAL" is a precious event where visitors can experience the expressions of the Gypsy/Roma people, who don't have a written culture. In March 2025, this festival will celebrate its 14th year. The previous event featured 250 dancers and musicians, showing how the scale has been gradually expanding.
Dancers and musicians gather not only from all over Japan but also from abroad, offering diverse performances and costumes that are truly spectacular. Even if you're not familiar with Roma culture, you can simply enjoy watching and listening to the internationally diverse content.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Date: March 10, 2024
Access: 10-minute walk from Yoyogi Koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line), 7-minute walk from Sangubashi Station (Odakyu Odawara Line)
Admission: 5,000 yen
Website: https://www.folklorereport.com/romafest
SHIBUYA FASHION WEEK
Source: PR TIMES
"SHIBUYA FASHION WEEK" is a biannual fashion event held in spring and autumn, centered around Shibuya, an area known for generating diverse lifestyle cultures. This big event involves major commercial facilities around Shibuya Station and connects with art and music.
The "SHIBUYA RUNWAY," which transforms Shibuya's streets into a runway, is always a hot topic and represents Shibuya's status as a trend-setting district. Current students from Japan's leading fashion schools showcase new fashion values for future society. It's a valuable opportunity to experience Tokyo's latest fashion trends firsthand.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Date: March 15-24, 2024
Access: Directly accessible from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Toyoko Line, Den-en-toshi Line, Keio Inokashira Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.shibuya-fw.com/
Shibuya's March Seasonal Events
Cherry Blossom Viewing
The greatest joy of Japanese spring is undoubtedly cherry blossom viewing. The ethereal beauty of delicate pink cherry blossoms has been cherished since ancient times. Whether enjoying the contrast of colors against the blue sky during full bloom or being enchanted by illuminated night blossoms, here are carefully selected spots around Shibuya to fully enjoy cherry blossoms.
Shibuya Sakuraoka Cherry Blossom Festival
Source: SHIBUYA +FUN PROJECT
From mid-February to early April each year, two cherry blossom festivals are held near Shibuya Station. The most recommended is the "Shibuya Sakuraoka Cherry Blossom Festival" on the west side of Shibuya Station. 250 lanterns illuminate Sakura Slope near the high-rise buildings around Shibuya Station, creating a spectacular view. The Someiyoshino cherry trees (a representative cherry blossom variety) are also illuminated, allowing visitors to enjoy their fleeting beauty. The surrounding venue features food stalls and performance events, making it a lively spring festival.
<Information> *Information from 2024 event
Date: March 10 - April 10, 2024
Access: About 5 minutes walk from Shibuya Station West Exit
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.shibuyakyoueikai.com/ (Shibuya Station Front Cooperative Association)
Yoyogi Park
Source: Shibuya Keizai Shimbun
Yoyogi Park, while located in central Tokyo, serves as a surprisingly lush oasis of greenery. It offers the most expansive sky view in central Tokyo, and as the weather warms up, many people enjoy leisurely picnics here. During the cherry blossom season, Yoyogi Park becomes one of Tokyo's premier cherry blossom viewing destinations. The park features approximately 700 cherry trees, including about 500 Somei Yoshino trees, along with Yamazakura trees that showcase varying pink and white hues, and white Oshima-zakura. The early-blooming Kawazu-zakura starts flowering from late February, and with different varieties blooming at slightly different times, visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms for an extended period - a unique feature of Yoyogi Park.
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Schedule: Cherry Blossom Season/Late February - Mid-April 2025
Access: 3-minute walk from JR "Harajuku" Station
‐ 3-minute walk from "Yoyogi-koen" Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
‐ 3-minute walk from "Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku)" Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Lines
‐ 6-minute walk from "Yoyogi-hachiman" Station on Odakyu Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/yoyogi/index.html
Konno Hachimangu Shrine
Source: Yahoo! News
At Konno Hachimangu Shrine in Shibuya, visitors can admire rare cherry blossom varieties. The "Konno-zakura," a natural monument blooming in the shrine grounds, is a precious Choshu-hikura variety and is counted as one of the three famous cherry trees of Edo. The Konno-zakura uniquely features both single-petal (hitoe-zakura) and double-petal (yae-zakura) blossoms on the same branch. Its beauty is said to make one forget the sorrows of the floating world (ukiyo), earning it the name "Usa-wasure no Sakura" (Sorrow-Forgetting Cherry Blossom). During this season, the shrine's ema (votive tablets) and omikuji (fortune slips) feature the Konno-zakura motif, creating an all-cherry-blossom world.
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Schedule: Cherry Blossom Season/Late March - April 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit C1 of Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Toyoko, Den-en-toshi, and Keio Inokashira Lines)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/
Meiji Jingu Gaien
Source: WEATHER NEWS
While Meiji Jingu Gaien is famous for its ginkgo tree avenue, it's also a spectacular cherry blossom viewing spot. Approximately 340 cherry trees line the walkways, including varieties such as Somei Yoshino, Shidarezakura (weeping cherry), Yaezakura (double-flowered cherry), and Yamazakura, all competing in their beautiful displays. During the blooming season, cherry petals flutter down ethereally, creating a breathtaking carpet of petals on the walkways, presenting a uniquely solemn beauty. Visitors can also enjoy a panoramic view of the cherry blossoms from the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery at the northern entrance of Meiji Jingu Gaien.
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Schedule: Cherry Blossom Season/Late March - April 2025
Access: Directly accessible from Shinanomachi Station and Sendagaya Station (JR Chuo-Sobu Line), Gaienmae Station and Aoyama-itchome Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line), Aoyama-itchome Station (Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line), Kokuritsu-kyogijo Station and Aoyama-itchome Station (Toei Oedo Line)
Website: http://www.meijijingugaien.jp/
Local Guide's Secret Tokyo Bar Crawls
Want to explore Tokyo's energetic nightlife scene like a local? These two insider tours take you beyond the bright lights to discover authentic flavors and hidden gems.
Shibuya Bar Hopping Night Tour in Tokyo
This three-hour journey ($106.51) takes you into Shibuya's lesser-known food havens, including the famous Niku Yokocho (Meat Alley). Perfect for food enthusiasts staying in Shibuya, you'll discover where locals really eat and drink.
Visit three distinct venues specializing in premium Japanese meats - from succulent wagyu to prestigious Kobe beef and innovative beef sushi. Your tour includes four or more drinks and enough food for a satisfying dinner experience.
Small group sizes ensure personal attention from your English-speaking guide, who'll share local knowledge and help you navigate Japanese dining customs. The tour welcomes guests 15+ (alcohol for 20+ only) and accommodates dietary restrictions.
Meet your guide at TSUTAYA, just steps from Shibuya's famous Hachiko statue, for an evening of culinary discovery.
Details here: Shibuya Bar Hopping Night Tour in Tokyo
Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku
This award-winning 3.5-hour tour ($105.56) reveals Shinjuku's best-kept secrets. Named TripAdvisor's #1 Japan experience in 2024, it's crafted for food and drink enthusiasts seeking authentic local spots.
Your evening includes stops at three carefully chosen izakayas, where you'll enjoy traditional yakitori, freshly made gyoza, and crispy agedashi tofu. With four or more included drinks and substantial food portions, you'll experience a true Japanese dining adventure.
Your expert English-speaking guide navigates the narrow alleys of Omoide Yokocho and vibrant streets of Kabukicho, sharing stories and insights along the way. The tour welcomes guests 15+ (alcohol for 20+ only) and offers vegetarian options.
Find your guide by the black pillar near UNIQLO Shinjuku West Exit Store - they'll be ready to start your memorable night out.
Details here: Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku
Both tours include professional photos to capture your evening and offer flexible 24-hour cancellation. Whether you're traveling solo or with friends, these expertly guided experiences provide an authentic taste of Tokyo's dynamic food culture and nightlife scene.