Dai Tsukemen Expo Tsukemen Japan’s No.1 Tsukemen Championship (late October)
This is a competition to decide the best tsukemen, Japan’s soul food. You can compare tsukemen (dipping noodles) from famous restaurants from all over Japan. Definitely recommended for ramen lovers!
Period: October 10 (Thu) – November 6 (Wed), 2024
Location: Special venue in Okubo Park, Shinjuku
Access: Seibu Shinjuku Station (2-minute walk), JR Shin-Okubo Station (6-minute walk), JR Shinjuku Station (15-minute walk)
URL: https://tokyofesta.com/23ku/16002/
Oktoberfest in Tokyo Skytree Town® 2024 (mid~late October)
You can enjoy German beer festival in Tokyo. How great would it be to enjoy the night view of Skytree while tasting authentic beer and gourmet food?
Period: September 28 (Sat) – October 20 (Sun), 2024
Location: Sky Arena, 4F, TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN
Nearest stations: Tokyo Skytree Station, Oshiage Station
URL: https://partyanimalsjp.com/2024/09/06/20240928oktoberfest-tokyoskytreetown/
Asakusa Tori-no-ichi (mid-November)
Tori-no-ichi is a year-end tradition where you buy “kumade” (rakes), a good-luck charm. You can enjoy the lively atmosphere of the stalls lined up in a row. You can feel the Japanese prayer for prosperous business.
What is “Tori-no-ichi”
Tori-no-Ichi is a traditional Japanese festival held in November. It’s famous for selling “kumade,” decorative bamboo rakes that symbolize good luck and prosperity for the coming year. People visit shrines to buy these rakes and pray for success in business.
▶️more detail:https://tokyo.digi-joho.com/attractions/events/torinoichi.html
Event Dates: November 5, 17, and 29, 2024 (Days of the Rooster in November 2024)
Venue: Asakusa (Otori Shrine)
Nearest Stations:
Asakusa Otori Shrine: Iriya Station and Minowa Station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Website: https://torinoichi.jp/
