As the autumn season comes to a close, it's time to gear up for year end festivities. This week's events are all about the gift of giving, spending time with loved ones and celebrating the year that's passed.
A Special Culinary Collaboration
Michelin-Star Chef James Kent Collabs With New York Grill
Experience the dynamic and bold cuisine offered by Chef Kent and the New York Grill culinary team for a limited time of just five days! Chef Kent of the famous fine dining restaurants, Crown Shy and SAGA, which have both achieved Michelin-star status in New York City, together with the culinary team at Park Hyatt Tokyo, will offer a special five course dinner with cosmopolitan flair. Book in advance to avoid missing out.
Date: Wed, Nov. 30–Sun, Dec. 4, 2022
Time: 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m. (Last order 9:30 p.m.)
Location: Park Hyatt Tokyo 52F New York Grill, 3-7-1-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ¥30,800 per person (5-course dinner) *Inclusive of tax and subject to a service charge
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FOODIES, DATE NIGHT, BIRTHDAY DINNER, TAKING OUT A SPECIAL SOMEONE
Cultural Expo
Philippine Festival 2022
See, taste, and feel the vibes from the beautiful Philippines at this lively festival, the largest of its kind in Japan, which attracts over 150 thousand visitors annually. The lively stage performances of various traditional Filipino dances and popular pop artists from the country will make your weekend buzz with excitement.
Date: SAT, DEC. 3 -SUN, DEC. 4, 2022
Time: 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
Location: YOYOGI PARK EVENT SQUARE, 2-3 JINNAN, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
Antique Shopping Spree
Ark Hills Christmas 2022
Looking for a sophisticated place to shop for your Christmas gifts? Let us suggest Ark Hills, where you can grab furniture, clothes, jewelry, and so much more. If you get too hungry from all the shopping, you can also stop by for a coffee and homemade cookie break at the numerous food trucks parked in the area.
Date: NOW THROUGH SAT, DEC. 25, 2022
Time: 8 A.M.-11:30 P.M.
Location: ARK HILLS, 1-12-32, AKASAKA, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, PEOPLE WHO ENJOY FLEA MARKETS
Marché
Roppongi Hills Christmas 2022
Among the many Christmas markets that will soon light up every part of the city, the Roppongi Hills Christmas Market is the Japanese replication of Stuttgart’s famous (and one of the world’s largest) Christmas Marché. Rest assured that you'll find plenty of Christmas buys here as there will be over 2,000 goodies on sale—from authentic German delicacies to snow globes, ornaments, crafts, and other festive kitsch.
Date: NOW THROUGH SAT, DEC. 25, 2022
Time: 11 A.M.-9 P.M.
Location: ROPPONGI HILLS O-YANE PLAZA, 6-11-1 ROPPONGI, MINATO-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: FREE!
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FAMILIES, FRIENDS, EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS
City of Stars
Tokyo Tower City Lights Fantasia
Spend a romantic evening overlooking the city lights at Tokyo Tower. Running well through the holiday season up to a few days shy of Valentine's Day, have an unforgettable evening at this light up event.
Date: NOW THROUGH SUN, FEB. 12, 2023
Time: FROM 6 P.M.
Location: 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: FROM ¥1,200 (MAIN DECK)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: FRIENDS, FAMILIES, COUPLES
Simple And Stylish
Bunkamura Happy Holidays
Bunkamura will help make the Christmas and New Year home time even more enjoyable, and will provide gifts for the loved ones you couldn't see this year. There will also be special restaurant menus and special events too.
Date: NOW THROUGH FRI, JAN. 13, 2023
Time: VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
Location: BUNKAMURA THE MUSEUM, 2-24-1, DOGENZAKA, SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO - Map
Fee: VARIOUS (SEE WEBSITE)
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, THOSE IN NEED OF A THERAPEUTIC SESSION
All Of The Lights
Tokyo Mega Illumination Tunnel
Spend an evening at one of Tokyo's best illumination or light up events with your family and friends. Topping the charts for two consecutive years in a row, the Tokyo Mega Illumination has tons of great eats and photo spots.
Date: SAT, OCT. 15, 2022 - MON, JAN. 9, 2022
Time: 4:30 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location: 2-1-2 KatsushimaShinagawa City, Tokyo - Map
Fee: ¥800
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: Couples, FRIENDS, Families, INSTAGRAMERS
Coffee or tea anyone?
Go Cafe Hopping
Itching for a change of pace? Explore the city and try working from any of these tried and tested SavvyTokyo recommend cafes with free Wi-Fi. You might just end up finding your next favorite cafe.
Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: VARIED
Fee: VARIED
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: COFFEE LOVERS, FRIENDS, COUPLES
Perfect For Gifting
Get to Know 5 Great Japanese Children’s Book Authors
This holiday season, learn more about five Japanese Children's book authors as you go about your gift shopping. Where its a book by Taro Gomi, one of Japan’s most prolific children’s book authors or picture books by Mamoru Suzuki, there are tons of great gift ideas.
Date: WHENEVER YOU WANT
Time: ANY TIME
Location: VARIES
Fee: VARIES
Info: RECOMMENDED FOR: YOUNG FAMILIES
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