Location: Yotsuya / Iidabashi
Top Things to do in Yotsuya / Iidabashi
The 7 Best Events in Yotsuya / Iidabashi, Kanto
Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
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1. Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Matsuri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
The Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Matsuri is held when cherry blossoms are in bloom at Chidorigafuchi Moat, Yasukuni Shrine, and Kanda Shrine, all famous cherry blossom spots. In the evening, the trees are lit up along the Chidorigafuchi walking path and you can rent a rowboat at the Chidorigafuchi boat pier and see the lit-up flowers from the water. Meanwhile, Yasukuni Shrine's Sakura Festival has many stalls, attracting many visitors. On the weekend, free shuttle buses run between the major cherry blossom spots.
Reviewed By SandeepGupta75 - New Delhi, India
This was the amazing visit to Cherry Blossom garden in Tokyo.. the cherry blossom flower only last for 15 to 17 days only and this is the most beautiful site you can see once in Tokyo. A must visit place
2. Furusato Matsuri Tokyo
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Furusato Matsuri Tokyo is a huge event with Japanese festivals and food from Hokkaido to Okinawa gathered in Tokyo Dome. The plaza area and stage show a major festival every day such as the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, Kochi Yosakoi Matsuri, Tokushima Awa Odori dance, and Okinawan Eisa dance. The food booths sell seafood, mountain vegetables, confections, and souvenirs. Mascot characters from across Japan also please the crowd.
Reviewed By OZtraveller222
I am staying near the Tokyo Dome and was looking for something to do today. The Furusato Matsuri festival is held every January in the Tokyo Dome. The arena is filled with food vendors from around Japan. Delicious traditional and moderm foods available for purchase. I tried a beef hamburger in steamed bun, Hokkaido seafood including crab, fish kebab and pistachio icecream. There was so much variety, all cooked on the spot. Thousands of people attended today. Traditional dancing, arts and music was also on display during the day. The only letdown was the absence of english signage. The programme booklet was only available in japanese. None of the food was labelled in english so I refrained from buying many items because I did not know what they were. Well worth the entry fee. Unforgettable day.
3. Mitama Matsuri
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4.0 based on 56 reviews
Held at Yasukuni Shrine, the Mitama Matsuri festival is one of Tokyo's great Obon festivals, held to honor ancestors. 30,000 bright paper lanterns line the walk to the main shrine, throwing delicate and haunting light onto the footpaths. Mikoshi shrine parades and traditional song and dance troupes take to the street over four days of celebration. As it is a festival of the dead, sometimes pop-up haunted houses are incorporated.
4. Tokyo International Quilt Festival
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
The Tokyo International Quilt Festival at Tokyo Dome provides everything you want to know about quilts. They have a different exhibition theme each year, and the latest works by popular quilt artists and antique quilts are exhibited. Winners of the Japan Quilt Grand Prix are also announced. Other highlights include talk shows on stage, quilt lessons, quilt workshops, and booths selling quilting supplies. A must-see event for quilt lovers.
Reviewed By camilleq429
This quilt show is huge, packed with vendors and people, and a fabulous stop for any quilter. American quilters will be fascinated by the entirely hand quilted quilts, and the many interesting Japanese fabrics, both new and used, for sale. Also, what quilt show in the US has wine tasting, a tea house, sells ceramics and tea, and has entertainment. You can also meet the Japanese designer/quilters at many of the exhibits. Bring an extra bag for your purchases. Vendors will try, with a smile, to understand non Japanese speaking visitors. A highlight on my trip to Japan.
5. International Orchid Festival
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
The International Orchid Festival brings diverse orchids from all over the world under one roof. About 100,000 plants of 3,000 varieties of Western, Oriental, and Japanese orchids are displayed. The Japan Grand Prix has six judging categories such as Individual, Fragrance, and Arts for selecting winners. Besides the orchid displays, there are booths selling orchids, flower artist demonstrations, orchid craft-making workshops, and stage entertainment.
6. Tableware Festival
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4.0 based on 17 reviews
The Tableware Festival offers all kinds of information about tableware. Japanese and foreign tableware brands arrange their tableware exhibits to suit the year's exhibition theme. You can also see dining space arrangements by celebrities and cultural figures. The latest foreign-brand tableware and Japanese pottery are for sale. Seminars on table setting and flower coordination are also held.
7. Bunkyo Cherry Blossom Matsuri
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3.5 based on 21 reviews
Harimazaka road lined with 120 cherry trees is the site of the Bunkyo Cherry Blossom Matsuri. While most of them are Somei-Yoshino trees, there are also double-flowered Grandiflora cherry trees with white flowers delighting visitors. During the weekend, the road is closed to traffic and opened to pedestrians. Fun activities for kids are held such as a petting zoo and tamaire ball and basket game. Music performances are also held. The festival is one of Bunkyo Ward's Big Five Flower Festivals along with festivals for azaleas, hydrangeas, chrysanthemums, and plum blossoms.
