Shibuya: List of Events & Festivals for 2024
Shibuya is one of Japan's premier entertainment districts, famous for the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, considered the world's busiest intersection. While renowned as a "youth district" where cutting-edge fashion and music converge, it also features traditional spots including historic shrines (Jinja) and preserved historical streetscapes scattered throughout the area.
Shibuya experiences typical Japanese seasonal weather, with hot summers and cold winters. Throughout the year, the district hosts numerous events, including traditional ceremonies at shrines, gourmet food events featuring seasonal ingredients, and unique art exhibitions. Looking ahead to Shibuya Event 2025, visitors can expect an even more exciting array of cultural experiences.
This guide introduces notable events for 2025, including essential information, schedules, and access details to event venues.
Table of events in Shibuya in 2024
New Year and Winter Events in Shibuya 2025
Winter in Shibuya sees average temperatures of 5-10°C, making it Japan's coldest season, requiring thick outerwear such as coats. While snowfall is rare in Shibuya, the wind chill between high-rise buildings makes it feel colder than the actual temperature. Therefore, winter accessories like scarves and gloves are recommended, especially for outdoor events.
Winter in Shibuya offers unique opportunities to participate in traditional Japanese events and seasonal gourmet festivals. For detailed access information, please check each month's event listings.
Notable Shibuya Events in January 2025
January features numerous traditional Japanese events at historic shrines. If you're spending the New Year period in Shibuya, Hatsumode (first shrine visit of the year) is a must-do activity where you can pray for peace and health for the coming year. During the Hatsumode period, shrines are bustling with visitors, creating an auspicious and festive atmosphere.
Beyond Hatsumode, you can enjoy various events including warming winter food festivals. Check the details below.
Hatsumode (January 1-7, 2025)
Hatsumode is a traditional Japanese custom of making the first shrine or temple visit of the New Year to pray for safety and peace in the coming year. During Hatsumode, people visit shrines with family and friends to make New Year's resolutions and wishes.
Visitors can purchase Ofuda (talismans for home protection), Yakuyoke (evil-warding charms), and Omamori (protective amulets for health and safety) during their visit. After prayers, it's customary to draw Omikuji (fortune papers) to divine one's luck in various aspects of life such as health and romance.
While there's no strict time frame for Hatsumode, most people visit between January 1st and January 7th. Typically, shrines are open for visits starting from midnight on January 1st.
Konno Hachimangu Shrine
Source: Official website
Konno Hachimangu is a shrine that enshrines Emperor Ojin, Japan's 15th emperor, as Hachiman Okami. Hachiman Okami is considered the guardian deity of Japan and the Imperial Family, and has been worshipped as an important deity in Japan since ancient times.
Historically, Hachiman Okami was particularly revered by powerful warriors for military fortune. Today, as part of the Shibuya Event 2025 celebrations, Konno Hachimangu is beloved as a deity for career success, traffic safety, and fertility.
One of the shrine's attractive features is its numerous culturally significant properties designated by Shibuya Ward, including shrine buildings and gates that preserve architecture from approximately 400 years ago. When visiting for New Year's prayers, take time to explore the rich history of Konno Hachimangu.
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Dates: January 1-7, 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Corporation) Exit C1
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/index.html
Meiji Shrine
Source: Official website
Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu) is a shrine established in 1920 to enshrine Japan's 122nd Emperor Meiji (Meiji Tenno) and his consort, Empress Meiji. Emperor Meiji contributed significantly to Japan's development in various aspects, including industry, public education, and diplomacy, which led to strong public demand for a dedicated shrine to be built in his honor.
Meiji Shrine is believed to bring good fortune, success in examinations, and marital harmony. It has become one of Japan's most popular power spots. The vast grounds in the heart of the city and the majestic trees creating a forest-like atmosphere are particularly attractive features.
The shrine is famous for attracting the highest number of New Year visitors in Japan. Why not experience Hatsumode, a Japanese traditional custom of the first shrine visit of the year, at Meiji Shrine, which will be the busiest shrine during the Shibuya Event 2025?
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Dates: January 1-7, 2025 (approximately)
Access: 1-minute walk from Meiji Jingumae Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
3-minute walk from Sangubashi Station (Odakyu Railway)
5-minute walk from Yoyogi Station (JR Yamanote Line, Sobu Line, Toei Oedo Line)
5-minute walk from Kitasando Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.meijijingu.or.jp/
Local Hot Pot Festival
Source: Official website
The Local Hot Pot Festival (Gotochi Nabe Festival) offers various Japanese hot pot dishes from different regions of Japan, where meat and vegetables are simmered in large pots (Nabe).
While hot pots come in traditional flavors like soy sauce and miso, many regions have developed their unique "local hot pots." For example, Hiroshima, famous for oysters (Kaki), offers hot pots featuring oyster broth combined with miso, among many other regional specialties.
Particularly noteworthy is Yamagata's Imoni (potato stew), which won grand prix in both 2023 and 2024. The soft and sticky texture of taro (Satoimo) perfectly complements the sweet soy sauce (shoyu) based broth. During Japan's cold winter, warm yourself up with these hot pots during the Shibuya Event 2025.
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Dates: Late January 2025
Access: 3-minute walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
3-minute walk from Yoyogi Koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
3-minute walk from Meiji Jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
6-minute walk from Yoyogi Hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Notable Events in Shibuya for February 2025
February features many events related to Setsubun, a traditional ceremony held at shrines to pray for good health throughout the year. In late February, plum (Ume) blossoms begin to bloom. There are spots where you can enjoy the vibrant colors of white, red, and pink plum blossoms and their subtle sweet fragrance.
Additionally, there are gourmet events featuring seasonal seafood, so please check the details below.
Setsubun Festival (Onden Shrine)
Source: Official website
Setsubun is a traditional Japanese event held around February 3rd each year to pray for good health. During Setsubun, it's customary to throw beans at demons (Oni), symbolizing evil spirits, while chanting "Demons out, Fortune in" (Oni wa soto, Fuku wa uchi). Another Setsubun tradition is eating Ehomaki (lucky direction roll), a whole sushi roll while facing the lucky direction to invite good fortune.
During Setsubun, many shrines hold events for warding off evil and bean-throwing (Mame maki), attracting many visitors.
Onden Shrine (Onden jinja), popular for its benefits in marital harmony and beauty, hosts the "Setsubun Festival" (Setsubun Sai). The festival's main attraction is the appearance of red demon (Aka oni) and blue demon (Ao oni) within the shrine grounds. Watching children throw beans at the demons is a traditional Japanese scene unique to the Setsubun season.
At the end of the Setsubun Festival, shrine keepers throw beans and sweets to visitors from the stage. Come experience this lively atmosphere that can only be enjoyed during Setsubun as part of the Shibuya Event 2025.
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Date: February 3, 2025 (tentative)
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit 7 of Meiji Jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
10-minute walk from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyu Railway, Tokyo Metro)
10-minute walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://onden.jp/
Setsubun Festival (Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine)
Source: Official website
Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is known for its blessings of warding off evil, bringing good fortune, and success in business. The shrine grounds are abundant with trees, making it a popular power spot that offers a natural oasis within the urban setting.
As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine holds its annual Setsubun Festival. During the festival, shrine keepers and specially selected participants born in the zodiac year of 2025 (called Toshi otoko and Toshi onna) throw beans and mochi from a special stage to visitors. Don't miss the chance to catch the auspicious mochi made during the Mochi tsuki taikai (mochi-pounding ceremony) at the shrine.
The usually solemn shrine atmosphere transforms into a lively celebration, featuring dynamic performances on traditional Japanese drums (Wadaiko), which is a must-see experience.
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Date: February 3, 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Yoyogi-Hachiman Station on the Odakyu Line
5-minute walk from Yoyogi-Koen Station (Yoyogi-Uehara exit) on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.yoyogihachimangu.or.jp/
Sakana Japan Festival
Source: Shibuya Keizai Shimbun
The Sakana Japan Festival is a gourmet event aimed at revitalizing Japan's fish-eating culture. The festival showcases fresh seafood dishes and regional fish specialties from across Japan.
Visitors to this Shibuya Event 2025 can enjoy specialties like seafood bowls featuring Maple salmon raised in Fukushima's clear streams and fresh sweet shrimp (Amaebi) from Hokkaido. These delicacies are usually only available in their respective regions.
The festival also offers fishermen's specialties like Sanma popo-yaki (grilled pacific saury mixed with minced fish paste and miso) and Gangan-yaki (oysters steamed in large cans). Enjoy these seafood delicacies with regional Japanese sake for a true taste of Japan's island cuisine.
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Date: Late February 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 Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Lines
6-minute walk from Yoyogi-Hachiman Station on Odakyu Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://37sakana.jp/sakanajapanfes/index.html
Spring Events in Shibuya 2025
During Shibuya's spring season, you'll need a jacket from March to early April due to lingering cold weather, but from mid-April to May, the weather warms up enough to wear just a light cardigan. Spring is also when Japan's iconic Sakura (cherry blossoms) reach their peak bloom.
Shibuya has countless cherry blossom viewing spots. Different varieties of cherry blossoms have unique colors and blooming periods. We'll introduce events coinciding with peak bloom periods so you can enjoy the full cherry blossom experience.
Please check each month's event articles for detailed access information.
Notable Shibuya Events in March 2025
While March is typically early for cherry blossoms, depending on weather conditions, some trees might reach full bloom in late March. Particularly, Shidaresakura (weeping cherry blossoms) tend to bloom earlier and often reach peak bloom by late March, offering early hanami opportunities.
March 3rd features traditional Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day) celebrations for young girls' happiness and well-being.
Additionally, unique events like specialized Sauna festivals are available for visitors to enjoy. Please check below for more details.
Konnohmaru Festival
Source: Official website
The Konnohmaru Festival is a traditional festival held at Konnoh Hachimangu Shrine on the same day as the Konnoh Cherry Blossom Festival (mentioned later). Konnoh Hachimangu Shrine is located on the former site of Shibuya Castle, where the Shibuya clan, after whom the area is named, once resided. The Konnohmaru Festival is held annually to commemorate the heroic figure of Shibuya Konnohmaru Tsunemitsu, who served as the lord of Shibuya Castle.
The Konnohmaru Mieido Hall, which enshrines Shibuya Konnohmaru Tsunemitsu, houses a sacred statue of Konnohmaru that he allegedly carved of himself at age 17 before departing for battle, leaving it for his mother. The Konnohmaru Festival marks the only special day of the year when this precious Konnohmaru statue is displayed to the public.
Why not experience this rare opportunity, which even locals rarely get to see, while enjoying the cherry blossoms in full bloom?
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Date: Last Saturday of March 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station Exit C1 (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/index.html
Konnoh Cherry Blossom Festival
Source: Shibuya Keizai Shimbun
The Konnoh Cherry Blossom Festival is an event held in conjunction with the previously introduced Konnohmaru Festival. Within Konnoh Hachimangu Shrine grounds, there is a precious cherry tree called the Konnoh Cherry.
The name "Konnoh Cherry" originates from Minamoto no Yoritomo, who led Japan at the time, planting it to honor Shibuya Konnohmaru Tsunemitsu's distinguished service under his command.
Beyond its historical significance, the Konnoh Cherry is also botanically valuable, designated as a protected natural asset by Shibuya Ward. While most cherry trees typically produce either single flowers (Hitoezaki: 5 petals) or double flowers (Yaezaki: 6 or more petals), the Konnoh Cherry uniquely displays both types of blossoms simultaneously.
As an early-blooming cherry tree, visitors can enjoy this Japanese spring tradition ahead of the main season.
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Date: Last Saturday of March 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station Exit C1 (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.konno-hachimangu.jp/index.html
Shibuya Sakuragaoka Cherry Blossom Festival
Source: SHIBUYA +FUN PROJECT
The Shibuya Sakuragaoka Cherry Blossom Festival showcases cherry blossoms along "Sakurazaka," a road just walking distance from Shibuya Station. Sakurazaka is famous for its gentle curves, making it a unique spot where visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms along a winding slope.
The festival's main highlight is the nighttime illumination. Both the cherry blossoms and the traditional paper lanterns (Chochin) on the Shibuya Station side of Sakurazaka are illuminated. Visitors can enjoy a magical scenery created by the interplay of soft pink cherry blossoms and the gentle pink light of the lanterns.
As it can still be cold during the festival period (especially during the nighttime illumination), visitors are advised to bring warm coats and cold-weather gear.
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Date: Early March to Early April 2025
Access: 5-minute walk via the West Exit pedestrian deck from Shibuya Station West Exit (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.shibuyakyoueikai.com/
Sahaku (Sauna Expo)
Source: Official website
"Sahaku" is a specialized expo focusing on sauna culture, which continues to evolve uniquely in Japan. At the Shibuya Event 2025, visitors can not only experience actual saunas but also enjoy curry rice at booths specializing in "Sameshi" (post-sauna meals). Curry rice eaten after sweating in a sauna is known to taste more flavorful than usual.
Additionally, there will be displays of sauna goods such as "Saunagi" (sauna wear) and sauna caps, talk sessions about sauna culture, and special sauna-themed mystery-solving experiences available exclusively at this event.
Come and experience firsthand how sauna culture has evolved in Japan.
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Date: Late March 2025 (planned)
Access: 7-minute walk from Shibuya Station West Exit (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
Admission: Free
Website: https://sahaku.jp/
Notable Shibuya Events in April 2025
April is the season when cherry blossoms reach full bloom at many locations. With temperatures rising significantly from March, visitors can enjoy hanami (cherry blossom viewing) in warm daytime weather.
April offers comfortable weather conditions, making it ideal for outdoor food events. Below are some events to check out, including global environmental awareness celebrations.
Meiji Shrine Spring Grand Festival
Source: Official website
The Spring Grand Festival at Meiji Shrine is a celebration attended by many devoted followers. Honoring Emperor Meiji and his consort enshrined at the shrine, various traditional performing arts are presented annually.
Must-see performances include Bugaku (traditional court music and dance accompanied by flutes and drums) and Nohgaku (theatrical performances in elaborate kimono), representing Japan's traditional arts. In Shibuya, a modern trend-setting district, visitors can experience a mysterious journey back 1,300 years to when Noh theater was developing.
Enjoy the full range of Japanese culture, including wadaiko (Japanese drums) and Hayashi (traditional musical accompaniment featuring flutes and small drums).
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Date: Late April to early May 2025
Access:
- 1-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
- 3-minute walk from Sangubashi Station (Odakyu Line)
- 5-minute walk from Yoyogi Station (JR Yamanote Line, Sobu Line, Toei Oedo Line)
- 5-minute walk from Kita-sando Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.meijijingu.or.jp/
Earth Day Tokyo
Source: Go Tokyo
Earth Day Tokyo, first held in Japan in 2001, takes place annually around April 22nd (Earth Day). It has played a crucial role in promoting concepts like "eco" and "organic" throughout Japan.
At Earth Day Tokyo, visitors can purchase clothing made from recycled bamboo, accessories created from ocean waste, and organic food. Highlights include talk sessions about forest conservation and peace, as well as concerts by artists addressing peace and social issues through music.
Take time to reflect on global diversity and sustainability through Earth Day Tokyo.
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Date: April 19-20, 2025
Access:
- 3-minute walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
- 3-minute walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
- 3-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
- 6-minute walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.earthday-tokyo.org/
Notable Events in Shibuya - May 2025
While the cherry blossoms have fallen by May, vibrant fresh greenery begins to flourish as summer approaches. With its perfect balance between cool and warm temperatures, it's an ideal climate for exploring the city.
May features more traditional events than nature-related ones. As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, visitors can enjoy historic Japanese festivals and gourmet events showcasing coffee from across Japan. Here are the details:
Spring Rose Festa
Source: Official X
The "Haru no Bara Festa" (Spring Rose Festa) is an event at Yoyogi Park's Rose Garden and Flower Land where visitors can admire approximately 700 rose bushes representing 68 different varieties.
The festival offers interactive experiences including floral arrangement workshops using colorful roses, guided tours with rose experts, and areas dedicated to enjoying the roses' fragrance.
A must-see is the "Reimei" rose variety, unique to Yoyogi Park and found nowhere else in the world. Visitors are captivated by its pure white petals that gradually transition to pink from outside to inside. Beyond the blooming roses, the park's natural surroundings provide a peaceful escape.
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Date: Early May 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from JR Harajuku Station (Yamanote Line)
3 minutes walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
3 minutes walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Lines)
6 minutes walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/yoyogi/index.html
Shibuya Kagoshima Ohara Festival
Source: Official website
As a highlight of Shibuya Event 2025, the "Shibuya Kagoshima Ohara Matsuri" recreates a traditional festival originating from Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan. The festival is held in Shibuya due to the historical connections between these two regions, aimed at strengthening their cultural ties.
Over 2,000 participants dance through the streets to traditional tunes including the Ohara-bushi from Kagoshima and the Shibuya-ondo, which is Shibuya's district song. The spectacular parade features dancers in colorful traditional costumes moving in perfect synchronization.
During the festival, visitors can purchase Kagoshima specialties such as shochu (traditional Japanese spirits) and satsumaage (deep-fried fish cake). It's a perfect opportunity to experience traditional festivities while enjoying Kagoshima cuisine in Tokyo.
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Date: Weekend in mid-May 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from Hachiko Exit, Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu, and Keio Lines)
Admission: Free
Website: https://shibuyadeohara.jp/
Tokyo Coffee Festival
Source: PR TIMES
The Tokyo Coffee Festival, established in 2015, is a celebrated coffee event. It brings together unique coffee offerings not only from Tokyo but from various regions across Japan, including Kyoto and Shizuoka.
Each edition of the festival features different coffee-related concepts. Previous themes have included tasting coffee cherries (the fruit before it becomes coffee beans) and nostalgic experiences recreating the 1960s Japanese jazz café culture when coffee began gaining popularity in Japan.
Visitors can compare different coffee styles, from fruity varieties to those with distinctive aromas, each representing the participating shops' specialties.
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Date: May 2025 (planned)
Access: 5 minutes walk from Exit B2, Omotesando Station (Tokyo Metro)
10 minutes walk from Shibuya Station (JR)
Admission: Free
Website: https://tokyocoffeefestival.co/
Shibuya Summer Events 2025
Shibuya's summer, particularly from July to August, experiences strong sunlight with temperatures around 30°C, making it extremely hot. In addition to high humidity, there can be consecutive days of extreme heat exceeding 35°C, making heat stroke prevention essential. However, evenings become more comfortable once the sunlight fades.
One attractive aspect of summer is the opportunity to wear yukata . Yukata is a lighter version of kimono and is traditionally worn at summer events such as festivals and firework displays . Along with traditional summer ceremonies, we'll introduce summer festivals, so please use this as a reference.
Please check each month's event articles for access details and other information.
Notable Shibuya Events in June 2025
June is known as the rainy season (Tsuyu) in Japan, with many rainy days. Traditional events preparing for the arrival of full summer are mainly held during this time.
It's also the perfect season to enjoy hydrangeas (Ajisai) in vibrant colors like blue and pink. There are several spots in Shibuya's parks where you can view hydrangeas.
Please check below for traditional pre-summer events and Japanese-international exchange events.
Nagoshi no Oharae (Summer Purification Ritual)
Source: Onden Shrine
The Onden Shrine, with about 400 years of history, holds the annual "Nagoshi no Oharae." Harae is a ritual to purify body and mind and pray for protection from misfortune. This ceremony cleanses impurities accumulated from January to June and prays for good health in the remaining half of the year.
A white paper cutout in human shape with your name and address receives purification on your behalf. The ceremony involves passing through a ring made of miscanthus (Kaya) and straw (Wara) while reciting purification words (Oharae no kotoba). Why not pray for health in this traditional Japanese way before facing the intense summer heat?
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Date: June 30, 2025
Access: 5 minutes walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line) Exit 7
10 minutes walk from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyu Railways, Tokyo Metro)
10 minutes walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://onden.jp/
Sri Lanka Festival
Source: Official website
The Sri Lanka Festival aims to promote Sri Lankan industries and foster Japan-Sri Lanka exchange. You can experience Sri Lanka without leaving Japan at the Shibuya Event 2025.
The festival features food booths serving authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, vendors selling genuine Ceylon tea with tasting opportunities, and booths offering traditional fortune-telling experiences. You can experience Sri Lankan culture from various aspects.
Don't miss the stage performances featuring traditional dances in brilliant Sri Lankan ethnic costumes and powerful dance performances based on ancient martial arts. Experience this special time when a corner of Shibuya is colored with Sri Lankan culture.
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Date: Mid-June 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
3 minutes walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
3 minutes walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
6 minutes walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.srilankafestival.jp/jp/
Notable Events in Shibuya - July 2025
July is the height of summer, featuring numerous events where you can enjoy fireworks and summer festivals. As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, traditional events like Bon odori (traditional dance to honor ancestors) are held at shrines and temples. You can experience authentic Japanese culture amid crowds dressed in Yukata (summer kimono) and Happi (traditional short festival coats).
Check out these events that blend historical Bon dancing with modern lighting technology:
Ebisu Station Front Bon Dance Festival
Source: Official website
The "Ebisu Ekimae Bon Odori Matsuri" began in 1954 during post-World War II reconstruction as entertainment to give local residents hope for the future.
Bon odori, one of Japan's representative summer events, involves participants dancing in a circle to Japanese music played with drums and flutes. The Ebisu Station Front Festival, a highlight of Shibuya Event 2025, features traditional Bon dance songs along with unique rhythmic tunes inspired by Samba steps.
The sight of countless people dancing around the "Odori yagura" (dancing tower stage) illuminated by warm light from paper lanterns (Chochin) is breathtaking. The dance moves are simple and repetitive, making it easy for beginners to join in.
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Date: Late July 2025
Access: Immediately from JR/Tokyo Metro "Ebisu Station" West Exit
Admission: Free
Website: https://ebisubondance.jp/
Rooftop Summer Festival
Source: Shibuya Scramble Square
The "Tenku no natsu matsuri Rooftop Summer Festival," another exciting addition to Shibuya Event 2025, offers traditional Bon dancing surrounded by beautiful night views from a rooftop directly connected to Shibuya Station. The festival features specially arranged easy-to-follow Bon dances and synchronized lighting that creates an immersive atmosphere.
The indoor observation deck is decorated with softly glowing paper lanterns. After dark, these lanterns create a magical space where real and reflected lanterns appear to float in the sky.
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Date: Mid-July 2025
Access:
- Directly connected from JR Yamanote Line/Saikyo Line/Shonan-Shinjuku Line "Shibuya Station" Central and South Gates
- Directly connected from Tokyu Toyoko Line/Den-en-toshi Line "Shibuya Station" Exit B6
- Directly connected from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line "Shibuya Station" Scramble Square Gate
- Directly connected from Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line/Fukutoshin Line "Shibuya Station" Exit B6
- Directly connected from Keio Inokashira Line "Shibuya Station"
Admission:
[Official Website Purchase]
- Adults: ¥2,200 / Junior & High School Students: ¥1,700
[Other Sites & On-site Purchase]
- Adults: ¥2,500
- Junior & High School Students: ¥2,000
- Elementary School Students: ¥1,200
- Children (ages 3-5): ¥700
*Free for children under 3
*SHIBUYA SKY annual passport holders can enter
Website: https://www.shibuya-scramble-square.com/sky/bonodori/
YO!YO! Festival
Source: PR TIMES
YO!YO! Festival, another distinctive event in the Shibuya Event 2025 lineup, takes place in Daikanyama, an area famous for its contemporary culture and sophisticated streetscape. This unique festival fuses the atmosphere of 2000s club culture with traditional Japanese Bon dancing.
The clubs in Daikanyama during that era were known for their artistic atmosphere, blending music, dance, and art. YO!YO! Festival recreates this club scene with infectious rhythms that get your body moving naturally, alongside live painting performances that sync with the music.
This event is perfect for those who want to experience a lively festival where they can dance and sing along.
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Date: Late July 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Tokyu Toyoko Line "Daikanyama Station"
Admission: Free
Website: https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/event/t-site/40968-1657170611.html?_ga=2.90178905.252020028.1728278891-503782383.1719213101
Notable Events in Shibuya - August 2025
August features many traditional events related to "Obon," a period dedicated to honoring ancestral spirits. Obon is an annual ceremony from August 13th to 16th, where people visit family graves to express gratitude to their ancestors. The Bon dance (Bon odori) was named after the practice of dancing to commemorate ancestors during the Obon period.
Additionally, you can enjoy fireworks festivals and gourmet events featuring cool refreshing drinks perfect for the hot summer. Please check out the following events that will be part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 lineup.
Dogenzaka Bon Dance
Source: Official website
The "Dogenzaka Bon odori" has been held since 2017 to create a space for interaction between Shibuya residents and visitors. It's a festival where everyone - adults, children, Japanese, and foreigners alike - can experience Japanese traditional culture through dance.
As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 festivities, the Dogenzaka Bon Dance features traditional Bon dance songs along with Shibuya-original tunes that have modern arrangements and upbeat tempos. It's particularly welcoming for foreigners trying Bon dance for the first time, guaranteeing an enjoyable experience that will get everyone moving.
Since the event is held during the hot season, we recommend wearing a yukata (light summer kimono) for better ventilation and comfort. If interested, please check out the kimono rental shops in Shibuya.
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Date: Early August 2025
Access: 3-minute walk from Hachiko Exit at Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railways, Keio Railways)
Admission: Free
Website: https://shibuyadogenzaka.com/?page_id=3981
Furusato Tokyo Support Festival TOKYO Bon Dance
Source: Official website
The "Furusato Tokyo Oen sai TOKYO Bon Dance" offers a unique experience combining traditional Japanese Bon dance with modern music, making it a highlight of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar.
Along with traditional Bon dance songs, participants can dance to J-POP hits and popular anime theme songs. This modern twist makes it especially popular among children, young people, and foreign visitors who might not be familiar with traditional Bon dance music.
Food booths offer Japanese favorites like takoyaki and karaage (fried chicken), as well as summer refreshments like Kakigori (shaved ice) and Gelato.
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Date: Early August 2025
Access:
- 3-minute walk from Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line)
- 3-minute walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
- 3-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
- 6-minute walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.furusatotokyofes.com/
Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival
Source: PR TIMES
The Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival, first held in 1980, is one of Tokyo's premier fireworks events, attracting around one million people annually. As part of the expanding Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, this urban-style fireworks festival is unique because visitors can enjoy concerts by famous Japanese artists before watching the fireworks from their seats.
The festival launches approximately 10,000 vibrant fireworks into the Shibuya sky. The fireworks are launched at close range, creating an overwhelming spectacle. The highlight is the "starmines" - rapid and continuous firework sequences that light up the night sky.
Don't miss this chance to experience a major Japanese summer event combining popular music and spectacular fireworks.
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Date: Mid-August 2025
Access: 【Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium】
- 5-minute walk from Gaienmae Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line), Exit 3
- 12-minute walk from Shinanomachi Station (JR Sobu Line)
- 15-minute walk from Sendagaya Station (JR Sobu Line)
- 12-minute walk from National Stadium Station (Toei Oedo Line), Exit A2
【Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium】
- 5-minute walk from Gaienmae Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
- 10-minute walk from Aoyama-itchome Station (Toei Oedo Line)
- 15-minute walk from Shinanomachi Station and Sendagaya Station (JR Sobu Line)
Admission Fees:
【Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium】
- Arena SS seats: ¥13,000
- Arena S seats: ¥10,000
- Arena A seats: ¥9,000
- Stand S seats: ¥10,000
- Stand A seats: ¥9,000
【Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium】
- Stand seats: ¥7,000
Website: https://www.jinguhanabi.com/
Harajuku-Omotesando Genki Matsuri Super Yosakoi
Source: Official website
The Harajuku-Omotesando Genki Matsuri Super Yosakoi is a traditional event held along Harajuku's Omotesando, the main approach to Meiji Shrine. Another highlight of the Shibuya Event 2025 series, it originated from "Yosakoi," a festival dance from Kochi Prefecture where groups perform while walking in colorful costumes.
The festival aims to showcase Japanese vitality to the world. True to this concept, the event features dynamic dances performed in vibrant costumes, accompanied by the cheerful sounds of "naruko" (wooden clappers used in Yosakoi).
Experience Japanese tradition and energy through this unique festival.
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Date: Late August 2025
Access:
【Harajuku Gate Stage】1-min walk from Harajuku Station (JR) West Exit or Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) Exit 2
【Jingu Kaikan Stage】10-min walk from the above stations
【Yoyogi Park Stage】10-min walk from the above stations
【NHK Street】10-min walk from the above stations
【Omotesando Avenue】1-min walk from Omotesando Station (Tokyo Metro) Exits A1/A2
【Yoyogi no Mori Bon-odori Venue】3-min walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro) Exit 3 / 5-min walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
【Jiman-ichi Market】10-min walk from the above stations
【PR Zone】1-min walk from the above stations
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.super-yosakoi.tokyo/
Souryou Festival
Source: Tsutaya Book Store
The "Souryou Festival" is a local summer festival hosted by Daikanyama T-SITE, a complex housing bookstores, cafes, and clinics. Looking ahead to the Shibuya Event 2025, this festival promises to be a highlight for tourists visiting the area.
True to Daikanyama's sophisticated atmosphere and upscale residential area, visitors can enjoy stylish cuisine including deep-fried French toast from local French restaurants and salads served in wine glasses. Of course, traditional Japanese festival favorites like cotton candy (Wata ame) and takoyaki are also available for everyone to enjoy casually.
The festival features many interactive attractions, including a small fireworks display where visitors can experience hand-held fireworks and traditional festival games like ring toss (Wanage: a game where players compete by throwing rings onto scoring pegs). This event is perfect for those seeking a quieter, more local experience.
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Date: Late August 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from Daikanyama Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/souryousai/
YEBISU BEER HOLIDAY
Source: Sapporo Beer
The "YEBISU BEER HOLIDAY" is a beer festival held in Ebisu, the birthplace of Yebisu Beer, one of Japan's leading beer companies. As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, this festival will attract beer enthusiasts from around the world.
The festival offers the classic "YEBISU BEER" along with "YEBISU PREMIUM BLACK" dark beer, seasonal specials, and limited-edition beers available exclusively at this event.
A major attraction is the variety of food pairings available. Visitors can enjoy Japanese restaurant-prepared chicken karaage (Tori no karaage) and handmade sausages from French restaurants while savoring Japan's finest beers.
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Date: Late August to early September 2025
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Ebisu Station East Exit
7-minute walk from Ebisu Station Exit 1 on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.sapporobeer.jp/yebisu/communication/beerholiday/
Shibuya Autumn Events 2025 (September to November)
While September retains summer's warmth, October brings cooler temperatures. By late November, you'll need a light jacket.
Autumn is the season for enjoying fall foliage (Koyo) when leaves turn red, orange, and yellow. The comfortable weather makes it perfect for visiting shrines and parks to view the autumn colors.
Below, we introduce traditional shrine events, gourmet and art events, and fall foliage viewing spots. Please check each month's event article for detailed access information.
Notable Shibuya Events in September 2025
September offers diverse events, from annual shrine traditions to modern festivals combining bon dance with contemporary music and fashion. Don't miss the dynamic festivals featuring portable shrines (Mikoshi) carrying deities. You can also experience unique collaborative festivals between two shrines.
Shibuya Konno Hachimangu Annual Festival
Source: Official Facebook
The Shibuya Konno Hachimangu Annual Festival is a centuries-old traditional festival that prays for abundant crops, prosperity of the town, and good health. As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, visitors can witness the Mikoshi (portable shrines) - decorated with brilliant golden ornaments and carried on the shoulders of numerous participants.
The Rengo Togyo (united procession), where more than 10 mikoshi from different districts gather, is particularly spectacular. Visitors can experience a unique atmosphere that combines both the solemn mood of carrying the deity and the lively atmosphere of many people marching energetically while chanting.
Additionally, enjoy stage performances featuring Shibuya's folk tales (Minwa) and traditional Japanese folk songs (Minyo) held within the Konno Hachimangu shrine grounds.
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Date: Mid-September 2025
Access: 3-minute walk from Hachiko Exit, Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
Admission: Free
Website: https://shibuyamatsuri.com/
Hiroo Inari Shrine-Shibuya Hikawa Shrine Ryotaisai
Source: EBISU JOURNAL
This is a traditional event jointly held by Hiroo Inari Shrine, known for its ink-drawn dragon above the worship hall (Haiden), and Shibuya Hikawa Shrine, said to be the oldest shrine in Shibuya. During this Shibuya Event 2025, participants carry mikoshi through the streets to pray for residents' health and autumn harvest.
Typically, each mikoshi carries one shrine's deity, but in this festival, the mikoshi carries deities from both shrines. This rare nationwide festival spans two days, unlike most one-day shrine festivals.
While being a sacred shrine event, visitors can enjoy the lively atmosphere created by drums, flutes, and the energetic chants of mikoshi carriers.
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Date: Mid-September 2025
Access:
[Hiroo Inari Shrine] 2-minute walk from Hiroo Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
[Shibuya Hikawa Shrine] Take Metropolitan bus bound for Japan Red Cross Medical Center from Shibuya Station to Kokugakuindaigaku mae stop (1-minute walk)
Admission: Free
Website:
[Hiroo Inari Shrine] http://www.tokyo-jinjacho.or.jp/minato/3052
[Shibuya Hikawa Shrine] http://www.tokyo-jinjacho.or.jp/shibuya/3272/
Shibuya Miyashita Park Bon Dance
Source: PR TIMES
SHIBUYA MIYASHITA PARK BON DANCE is a unique event where traditional Japanese Bon dancing meets rhythmic dance music. As a highlight of the Shibuya Event 2025, this festival attracts many international tourists by freely combining traditional Japanese festivals with dance, music, and fashion.
Once you enter the venue, you'll find yourself naturally moving to the easy-to-learn Bon dance movements and upbeat music.
The event also offers various culinary delights including Japanese sake from different regions, beer, juice from apple farmers, and Tori no Tempura (chicken tempura) made with branded chicken. After dancing, indulge in these exquisite Japanese delicacies.
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Date: Mid-September 2025
Access:
- 3-minute walk from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu Railway, Keio Railway)
- 8-minute walk from Exit 7, Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://miyashita-bondance.jp/
Notable Events in Shibuya for October 2025
In Japanese, there are expressions "Geijutsu no aki" (Autumn of Arts) and "Shokuyoku no aki" (Autumn of Appetite). After the harsh summer heat passes, autumn brings comfortable weather that allows people to relax and enjoy both art and food, physically and mentally. In October, Shibuya hosts numerous events related to art and cuisine that symbolize these expressions.
Please check out the following events, including child-friendly programs and ramen-specific events unique to this season.
Harajuku-Omotesando Hello Halloween Parade
Source: Official website in 2023
The Harajuku-Omotesando Hello Halloween Parade, which began in 1983, was Japan's first Halloween costume parade. With about 40 years of history, approximately 1,000 children participate annually in this exciting Shibuya Event 2025.
Participants dress up in various costumes, from princesses to popular anime characters, and parade along Harajuku-Omotesando for about 1 kilometer. Many people visit annually to watch the adorable procession of children in unique costumes.
During the parade, restaurants and cafes along the route offer special Halloween-limited menus, including seasonal sweets. Be sure to enjoy these limited-edition treats while watching the parade.
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Date: Late October 2025
Access:
- 3 minutes walk from Meiji-jingumae Station elevator exit (Tokyo Metro)
- 8 minutes walk from Omotesando Station A2 exit (Tokyo Metro)
- 10 minutes walk from Harajuku Station Omotesando exit (JR)
Admission: Free
Website: https://halloween.omotesando.or.jp/
Shibuya Music Festival
Source: Shibuya Keizai Shimbun
The SHIBUYA MUSIC SCRAMBLE is a cultural music event where people connect through various genres of music. As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, it takes place at multiple indoor and outdoor stages in Shibuya, an area that continues to evolve as a trendsetter in entertainment and fashion.
The festival features diverse musical experiences, including collaborative projects between anime music and sports, classical performances like saxophone quintets, and performances by popular Japanese dance and vocal groups.
Why not experience this unique collaboration of music, fashion, art, and sports that only the Shibuya Music Festival can offer?
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Date: Mid-October 2025
Access:
[LINE CUBE SHIBUYA]
13 minutes walk from Shibuya Station (JR/Tokyo Metro/Tokyu/Keio Lines), Harajuku Station (JR), or Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro)
[Miyashita Park]
3 minutes walk from Shibuya Station (JR/Tokyo Metro/Tokyu/Keio Lines)
8 minutes walk from Meiji-jingumae Station Exit 7 (Tokyo Metro)
[Kitaya Park]
7 minutes walk from Shibuya Station (JR/Tokyo Metro/Tokyu/Keio Lines)
11 minutes walk from Harajuku Station (JR)
[Shibuya Sakura Stage]
Approximately 7 minutes walk from Shibuya Station West Exit (JR/Tokyo Metro/Tokyu/Keio Lines)
Admission: Free (some stages require paid admission)
Website: https://shibuyamusicscramble.tokyo/
Hokkaido Fair in Yoyogi
Source: Shibuya Bunka Project
The "Hokkaido Fair in Yoyogi" is an event where you can experience the unique flavors of Hokkaido, a region famous for its numerous delicious culinary offerings in Japan. As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, this fair brings together over 50 Hokkaido specialties in one location.
Particularly recommended are the seafood specialties using Hokkaido-caught ingredients, such as Ika Meshi (squid stuffed with rice and simmered) and steamed potatoes topped with squid shiokara (a preserved food made by mixing finely chopped squid with squid innards and salt). These dishes pair perfectly with the selection of beers and wines gathered from various regions of Hokkaido.
Don't miss out on the exquisite desserts, including soft-serve ice cream made with milk from Hokkaido, which is known as Japan's leading dairy farming region.
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Date: Early October 2025
Access: 7-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station (Yamanote Line)
7-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.hokkai-syokudo.jp/yoyogi/
Notable Shibuya Events in November 2025
Mid-November typically marks the peak autumn foliage season in many locations. This month offers unique opportunities to experience nature through illumination events that enhance the vibrant fall colors.
In addition to autumn leaves, November offers various local festivals and events focused on art and cuisine. Please check the following details:
Furusato Shibuya Festival
Source: Official website
The "Furusato Shibuya Festival" is a two-day event aimed at promoting international exchange and showcasing Shibuya's charm to the world. The festival features traditional Japanese dance performances and parades with children playing musical instruments as part of the Shibuya Event 2025 series.
A must-see attraction is the multi-genre stage performances by local groups, including Japanese folk songs, choir performances, and Awa Odori (a traditional dance from Tokushima Prefecture). The entertainment continues non-stop with various types of performances in succession.
Food stalls selling traditional Japanese festival snacks are available for visitors to enjoy during breaks between the diverse stage events.
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Date: November 1-2, 2025
Access: 3-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station (Yamanote Line)
3-minute walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
3-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Fukutoshin Line)
6-minute walk from Yoyogi-hachiman Station (Odakyu Line)
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.shibuya-fes.online/
Sarugaku Festival
Source: Official website
The "Sarugaku Matsuri" is a local festival held annually with various themes, aiming to create a community where people living, working, and visiting Shibuya can help each other survive in times of disaster. As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, this festival promises to be particularly special.
For example, in 2024, "disaster prevention" is the theme. Based on the concept that "festivals are part of community building," the event attracts attention with creative programs each year, such as symposiums featuring guests from areas actually affected by earthquakes.
The "Sarugaku Matsuri" also includes art-related events such as collaborations with art festivals from across Japan and concerts by first-class musicians. Additionally, visitors can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine like green tea and wagashi (Japanese sweets). If you want to experience a local Japanese festival, come and fully enjoy the Japanese autumn atmosphere.
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Date: Early November 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from Daikanyama Station on Tokyu Toyoko Line
7 minutes walk from Nakameguro Station on Tokyu Toyoko Line and Hibiya Subway Line
10 minutes walk from Ebisu Station on JR Yamanote Line, Saikyo Line, and Hibiya Subway Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://sarugakumatsuri.com/
Cheese Festa
Source: Official website
The "Cheese Festa" is a cheese-specific festival held annually around November 11th, which is designated as Cheese Day. As another highlight of the Shibuya Event 2025 series, the festival's most popular event is the cheese tasting featuring various types of cheese from Japan and around the world. If you find cheese you like, you can purchase it on the spot.
The event also features attractive and innovative content unique to the "Cheese Festa," such as talk shows introducing cheese recipes and panel exhibitions about the nutritional content of cheese. Come and find your favorite cheese in this special cheese-filled space.
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Date: Around November 11, 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from JR Ebisu Station East Exit
4 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Ebisu Station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.cheesefesta.com/
Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue
Source: Go Tokyo
Koyo is the phenomenon where leaves change color before falling in winter. It's a uniquely Japanese seasonal sight, creating time-limited spectacular views in autumn with vivid colors including red, orange, and yellow.
During the autumn season, visiting various places in Japan just to see the autumn leaves and taking photos at scenic spots has become one of the popular autumn recreational activities for Japanese people.
The "Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue" is a popular spot where visitors can enjoy the vibrant yellow autumn colors of ginkgo trees. Adding to the excitement of Shibuya Event 2025, this natural spectacle draws visitors from around the world.
About 150 ginkgo trees line both sides of the approximately 300-meter street from Aoyama 2-chome intersection to the Jingu Nanshiki Kyujo fountain. These century-old ginkgo trees reach up to 28 meters in height, creating an impressive sight when viewed up close.
The standard way to enjoy "Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue" is to photograph the beautifully colored ginkgo trees and admire their mystical appearance when illuminated. For the best photos, try capturing the ground covered in yellow leaves like a carpet to add depth and atmosphere to your pictures.
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Date: Late November to early December 2025
Access: 3 minutes walk from Exit 4a of Gaienmae Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
6 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Aoyama-itchome Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, and Toei Oedo Line
9 minutes walk from Shinanomachi Station on JR Chuo and Sobu Lines
10 minutes walk from Exit A1 of Kokuritsu-kyogijo Station on Toei Oedo Line
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.meijijingugaien.jp/
Yoyogi Park
Despite being located in the heart of Tokyo, Yoyogi Park (Yoyogi Koen) is the fifth largest park in Tokyo and offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy nature year-round. In autumn, various trees including Zelkova (Keyaki), ginkgo, and Japanese maple (Momiji) change colors in succession, allowing visitors to enjoy the fall foliage for about a month.
The recommended spot for viewing autumn leaves is the vast central plaza (Chuo hiroba), which is covered with green grass. In fall, this becomes one of the most popular viewing spots in Yoyogi Park, as visitors can enjoy the gradation of red, orange, and yellow colors created by the many trees lining the plaza.
Yoyogi Park features numerous benches, allowing visitors to purchase drinks and light snacks from the park's shops, chat with friends, and leisurely enjoy the autumn scenery.
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Dates: Early November to early December 2025
Access:
- 3 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line "Harajuku Station"
- 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line "Yoyogi-koen Station"
- 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and Fukutoshin Line "Meiji-jingumae Station"
- 6 minutes walk from Odakyu Line "Yoyogi-hachiman Station"
Admission: Free
Website: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/yoyogi/index.html
Shibuya Year-End and Winter Events 2025 (December)
As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, Shibuya becomes significantly cooler after autumn. When December arrives, temperatures drop considerably, so warm jackets, scarves, and gloves are essential, especially when attending outdoor events.
Until early December, visitors can still enjoy the autumn leaves, including the spectacular views of falling leaves and carpet-like ground coverage that characterizes the end of the season.
Why not enjoy Shibuya's lively atmosphere as it approaches the year-end, with traditional shrine events and Christmas-related activities?
Please check each month's event articles for access details and other information.
Featured Shibuya Events for December 2025
December features Christmas, which has become a major winter event in Japan, and traditional New Year's celebrations. Of particular note is the "Joya no Kane" bell-ringing ceremony, where temple bells are struck 108 times from New Year's Eve to New Year's Day.
Blue Cave SHIBUYA
Source: Official website
"Blue Cave SHIBUYA" (Ao no Dokutsu SHIBUYA) is an illumination event that transforms the area from Yoyogi Park's Zelkova tree-lined street to SHIBUYA PARK AVE. near Shibuya Station into a tunnel of blue light. This hugely popular event has attracted over 10 million visitors to date.
The main highlight is the Zelkova tree-lined street in Yoyogi Park. The blue lights decorated on the tall trees create a fantastical underwater-like atmosphere as they spread not only through the trees but also into the surrounding space.
Since it's cold during the Blue Cave SHIBUYA event period, we recommend getting hot drinks from the food trucks in Yoyogi Park to stay warm while enjoying the illuminations.
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Dates: December 2025
Access:
- 3 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line "Harajuku Station"
- 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line "Yoyogi-koen Station"
- 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and Fukutoshin Line "Meiji-jingumae Station"
- 6 minutes walk from Odakyu Line "Yoyogi-hachiman Station"
Admission: Free
Website: https://shibuya-aonodokutsu.jp/
Tokyo Christmas Market in Meiji Jingu Gaien
Source: PR TIMES
The "Tokyo Christmas Market in Meiji Jingu Gaien" is an event that recreates traditional European Christmas markets in Shibuya, aiming to promote local revitalization and international exchange. As part of the exciting Shibuya Event 2025 lineup, this market promises an authentic European experience.
The market's centerpiece is a must-see 14-meter-tall Christmas pyramid imported directly from Germany. It's particularly spectacular at night when the candles are lit, creating a magical Christmas atmosphere.
The event features enchanting Christmas-themed performances, including European instrumental music and gospel singing. Visitors can also enjoy seasonal treats like mulled wine, hot beverages, and European sweets.
This unique fusion of Japanese and German cultures creates a Christmas market experience that even those familiar with traditional European markets will appreciate.
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Dates: Late November to Late December 2025
Access:
- 5 min walk from Shinanomachi Station (JR Chuo Line, Sobu Line)
- 5 min walk from Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station (Toei Oedo Line)
- 10 min walk from Gaienmae Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line)
- 10 min walk from Aoyama-Itchome Station (Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Oedo Line)
Admission:
- Weekdays: Adults (13+) ¥1,000 / Children (Elementary) ¥500
- Weekends/Holidays: Adults (13+) ¥1,500 / Children (Elementary) ¥500
- Christmas Period: Adults (13+) ¥2,000 / Children (Elementary) ¥1,000
* Children under 5: Free throughout the event
Website: https://tokyochristmas.net/
Ebisu Gospel Festival
Source: HAPPY MUSIC PROJECT
The Ebisu Gospel Festival is a community-based music event that brings together gospel music enthusiasts. With approximately 30 performances over two days, the festival fills the streets with uplifting gospel sounds.
A highlight of the festival is the impressive mass choir performances against the backdrop of one of the world's largest chandeliers. The powerful outdoor gospel performances will naturally get you moving to the rhythm. Visitors are encouraged to join in by clapping and swaying to the music.
Experience this special moment surrounded by gospel rhythms in the heart of the metropolis.
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Dates: Late November to Early December 2025
Access:
- 5 min walk from JR Ebisu Station East Exit (Yamanote Line)
- 7 min walk from Ebisu Station Exit 1 (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
Admission: Free
Website: http://happy-music.jp/yebisu/
Summary
We've introduced recommended events and highlights taking place in Shibuya during 2025, including detailed information about each event.
Shibuya is a trendsetting district known for cutting-edge fashion, music, and culinary experiences, consistently drawing large crowds. As part of the Shibuya Event 2025 calendar, the area hosts numerous events ranging from traditional Japanese festivals to international food fairs and seasonal celebrations, many of which are among the largest of their kind in Japan.
Shibuya, a magnet for international visitors, offers numerous events that cater to foreign tourists, as showcased in this article. We invite you to create unforgettable memories in Shibuya, one of Japan's premier entertainment districts.
