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Tokyo Weekender
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Weekender
Upcoming Tokyo Exhibitions and Art Shows: June 2025
Tokyo's art scene is extensive and vibrant, and there's always so much to see. Whether you want to see some traditional Japanese art or a modern exhibit, here's a list of exhibitions happening in Tokyo that are worth checking out. List of Contents: Exhibitions Art Shows Related Posts Tokyo Exhibitions in June Queer Art Exhibition Explore diverse LGBTQ+ perspectives through 36 works by 30 artists at the Queer Art Exhibition, part of Tokyo Pride 2025. Free admission at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku, June 6 to June 18. Date & Time Jun 06-18・11:00-21:00・Closes at 19:00 on the Final Day Price Free Location BABY THE COFFEE BREW CLUB GALLERY ROOM/ART STREET More Details Ando Teru Exhibition: The Sculptor of The Hachiko Statue This exhibition revisits the sculptor behind Shibuya's beloved Hachiko statue, marking 80 years since his death. Date & Time Jun 21-Aug 17・10:00-20:00 Price ¥1000 Location The Shoto Museum of Art More Info Closed on Mondays (except for July 21, and August 11, 2025), July 22(Tue.), and August 12(Tue.), 2025 More Details Ukiyo-e In Play Exhibition Explore the evolution of traditional Japanese woodcut printing at the Contemporary Ukiyo-e Exhibition, featuring 85 artists reimagining the timeless art of ukiyo-e. Date & Time Apr 22-Jun 15・09:30-17:00 Price ¥1000 Location Tokyo National Museum More Details Love Fashion: In Search of Myself Exhibition A fashion exhibition from the archives of the Kyoto Costume, exploring clothing through our dreams and desires. From luxurious historical garments to iconic contemporary pieces from Alexander McQueen to Yohji Yamamoto, the show covers centuries of style to examine the deep connection that clothing has with human nature and the self. Date & Time Apr 16-Jun 22・11:00-19:00・Closed on Mondays Price ¥1600 Location Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery More Details Living Modernity: 1920s–1970s Architecture Exhibition "Living Modernity" explores the home as an innovative space of beauty, and the 20th century ideals that shaped how we live today. Showcasing projects from Japan, Europe, America and Brazil, the exhibition includes an impressive name-call of iconic architects, and shares how Japan responded to modernism with a focus on natural materials. With display objects spanning graphic art, models and immersive experiences, this exhibition is sure to delight fans of interior and architectural design, alongside anyone who has ever taken pleasure in a Zillow scrolling session. Date & Time Mar 19-Jun 30・10:00-18:00・Closed on Tuesdays Price ¥1800 Location The National Art Center, Roppongi More Details Joan Miró Exhibition From March 1 to July 6, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum will host a retrospective dedicated to Joan Miró, one of the 20th century's most celebrated artists. Date & Time Mar 01-Jul 06・09:30-17:30・Fridays open until 8:00 p.m. / Last entry 30 minutes before closing / Closed: Mondays (except April 28 and May 5) and May 7 Price ¥2,300 / ¥1,300 for University Students / ¥1,600 for people over 65 years old Location Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum More Details Tokyo Art Shows in June Aokabi Saya: Mille Crepe 2 Exhibition Illustrator Aokabi Saya returns with Mille Crepe 2, a solo exhibition of new works showing at Parco Museum Tokyo. Known for blending analog and digital techniques, Aokabi draws inspiration from the stylized character designs of 1990s Japanese animation, reinterpreting them with a delicate balance of precision and spontaneity. Date & Time Jun 13-30・11:00-21:00 Price Free Location Parco Museum Tokyo More Details Isao Takahata Exhibition: The Man Who Planted Japanese Animation Explore the life and legacy of Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, through rare art and materials from his iconic films, including Grave of the Fireflies, opening this summer at Azabudai Hills Gallery. Date & Time Jun 27-Sep 15・10:00-20:00・Last Entry 19:30 Price ¥1,200-¥2,000 Location Azabudai Hills Gallery More Details Hokusai: Another Story in Tokyo Immersive Exhibit Hokusai's masterpiece ukiyo-e come to life in a way never experienced before. This immersive experience presents the beauty of Hokusai's art with modern technology for an interactive exhibit. Date & Time Feb 01-Jun 01・11:00-20:00・Last admission at 19:10 Price ¥4200 Location Tokyu Plaza Shibuya More Details Sophie Taeuber-Arp and Jean Arp Exhibition Celebrating the visionary duo Sophie Taeuber-Arp and Jean Arp, this exhibition explores their radical art and design fusion in the Dadaist movement. Together their work redefined 20th century modernism — offering a vibrant dialogue between form, freedom, and creative synergy. Date & Time Mar 01-Jun 01・10:00-18:00・Open until 20:00 on Fridays. Closed Mondays. Price ¥2000 Location Artizon Museum More Info (¥1800 if purchased online) More Details Machine Love: Video Game, AI and Contemporary Art "Machine Love: Video Game, AI and Contemporary Art" at the Mori Art Museum spotlights contemporary artists that utilize game engines, generative AI and virtual reality technologies as tools for their visualization. Date & Time Feb 13-Jun 08・10:00-22:00・10:00-17:00 on Tuesdays, Admission until 30 minutes before closing Price ¥2000 for adults, ¥1700 for seniors, ¥1400 for university/high school students, free for children Location Mori Art Museum More Details Hilma af Klint: The Beyond Go and see the new exhibition of pineoreeing abstract artist Hilma af Klint (1862-1994) coming to the National Museum of Modern Art in March. Date & Time Mar 04-Jun 15・10:00-17:00・Closed on Mondays/Fridays and Saturdays open until 8 pm Price ¥2300 Location National Museum of Modern Art More Info ¥1,200 for University Students/¥700 for Highschool Students More Details "Japanese Gentian - Twin Lines," Daiya Yamamoto, 61 x 73 cm Daiya Yamamoto Solo Exhibition Daiya Yamamoto is an artist who skilfully merges traditional Western painting techniques with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic sensitivity to capture the essence of contemporary time. On view from May 24 to June 22, this exhibition marks Yamamoto's highly anticipated first solo show at Galerie Taménaga's Tokyo location since his acclaimed 2023 presentation at the gallery's Paris space, which captivated art enthusiasts in Europe. Featuring approximately forty new works, the exhibition spotlights Yamamoto's refined take on trompe-l'œil, a Western technique that creates the illusion of real-life presence. Date & Time May 24-Jun 22・11:00-19:00・11:00-17:00 on Sundays & Holidays Price Free Location Galerie Taménaga More Details Wisteria and Hydrangea Early Summer Goldfish 2025 Dive into the beauty of early summer at Art Aquarium Museum GINZA's Wisteria and Hydrangea Early Summer Goldfish 2025. Date & Time Apr 25-Jun 22・10:00-19:00・Last Entry at 18:00 Price ¥2,500 - ¥2,700 Location Art Aquarium Museum GINZA More Info Free Admission for elementary school children More Details Godzilla the Art 70th Anniversary Exhibition Godzilla is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Godzilla the Art Exhibition at Mori Arts Center Gallery showcases 29 artists and their interpretation of the giant monster. Date & Time Apr 26-Jun 29・10:00-19:00・Until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, last admission 30 minutes before closing Price General and university students: ¥2500, high school students: ¥1600, elementary school and under: ¥600 Location Mori Arts Center Gallery More Info Weekday tickets are discounted More Details Kenjiro Okazaki Exhibition at Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo Kenjiro Okazaki's first major Tokyo retrospective highlights groundbreaking works, exploring the transformative power of form across media. Date & Time Apr 29-Jul 21・10:00-18:00 Price Location Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo 1F/3F More Details Exhibition: World Fair in Japan 1970-2005 Architecture fans will delight in this deep dive into Japan's Expo designs, from Osaka in the '70's to Aichi 2005's eco-conscious pavilions. Date & Time Mar 08-Aug 31・10:00-16:30 Price Free Location National Archives of Modern Architecture More Info Closed on Mondays, except public holidays (closed the following day instead) More Details Related Posts Jigoku Dayu: The Hell Courtesan Who Brought the Underworld to Japanese Art Discover Japan's Hidden Art Spaces: 5 Immersive Installations From Dragon Meat to Flying Cars: Expo 2025 Osaka's Most Incredible Innovations
Metropolis Japan
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metropolis Japan
Tokyo Pride 2025
Experience the vibrant celebration of love, diversity, and inclusion at Tokyo Pride 2025, formerly known as Tokyo Rainbow Pride. This year's event marks a significant shift, aligning with global Pride Month in June and introducing a new name to reflect its broader scope. The theme for 2025 is 'Same Life, Same Rights', emphasizing equality and human rights for all. Pride Festival: Held on June 7–8 from 11am to 6pm at Yoyogi Park Event Plaza, the festival features booths from LGBTQ+ organizations, businesses, and food vendors, along with live performances on the Pride Stage. Pride Parade: Join the march on June 8, starting at 12pm, as participants walk a 3km route through Shibuya and Harajuku, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility. Pre-registration is required for participants. Pride Night: Celebrate the culmination of the weekend on June 8 from 6pm to midnight at AISOTOPE LOUNGE, featuring music and performances. This is a ticketed event. Youth Pride: Aimed at younger generations, this festival-style event takes place on June 14–15 at WITH HARAJUKU HALL, offering resources and networking opportunities. Queer Art Exhibition: From June 6–18, visit the exhibition at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku 'HaraKado' 3F, showcasing diverse artistic expressions from the LGBTQ+ community. Human Rights Conference: Engage in discussions on critical human rights issues on June 22. Details on the venue and schedule will be announced on the official website. Yoyogi Park Event Plaza ￥Most events are free and open to the public. However, some events, like Pride Night, require tickets.
Tokyo Weekender
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Weekender
Everything You Need To Know About Tokyo Pride 2025
Get ready to paint the town rainbow for this year's Tokyo Pride. The event is expanding its programming in 2025 and shifting to June to align with the global Pride Month. That means more events, more visibility and more reasons to celebrate love and diversity in one of the world's most fascinating cities. From the iconic parade through Shibuya and Harajuku to intimate community gatherings, Tokyo Pride 2025 promises to be a joyful and important celebration of love and equality. List of Contents: Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2025: All the Essential Dates and Details Your Game Plan for the Festival and Parade Beyond TRP: Tokyo's LGBTQ+ Scene Related Posts Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2025: All the Essential Dates and Details Let's dive right in — when and where you need to be to catch all the rainbow magic. The Main Festival at Yoyogi Park (June 7-8) The heart of Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2025 beats at Yoyogi Park, where the main Pride Festival takes over the Event Plaza and Outdoor Stage, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 7 and 8. It's completely free. There will be diverse crowds, live performances, food stalls and booths representing organizations from across Japan's LGBTQ+ spectrum. The Pride Parade (June 8) Sunday, June 8 is when the real magic happens. The Pride Parade kicks off at around 12 p.m., following the classic Shibuya to Harajuku route that transforms Tokyo's busiest districts into a rainbow river of celebration. You don't need any registration or special permission to join the parade. Just show up at the designated waiting area at Yoyogi Park's tree-lined path, and you're officially part of the rainbow festivities. Youth Pride and Other Events Youth Pride takes over at With Harajuku Hall on June 14 and 15, creating a festival-style event that is specifically designed for younger generations. Art lovers, mark your calendars for the Queer Art Exhibition running between June 6 and 18 at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku. Located on the third floor of Baby The Coffee Brew Club, this free exhibition showcases the incredible creativity within Tokyo's LGBTQ+ community. For those interested in the serious side of progress, the Human Rights Conference on June 22 will tackle legal frameworks, intersectionality and diverse perspectives on LGBTQ+ rights. Registration is required, but attendance is free. If you're ready to party into the night, Pride Night at Aisotope Lounge in Shinjuku Ni-chome on June 8 (6 p.m. to midnight) offers the perfect after-parade celebration — though this one does require a ticket. Your Game Plan for the Festival and Parade Getting to Yoyogi Park Yoyogi Park is quite accessible, which is great news when you're running late in characteristically gay fashion. The park sits just three minutes from Harajuku Station if you're taking the JR Yamanote Line, or three minutes from either Yoyogi-koen Station or Meiji-jingumae Station (Harajuku) if you prefer the subway lines (Chiyoda or Fukutoshin). When in doubt, just follow the crowds donning colorful gear. What To Expect When You Arrive Tokyo Rainbow Pride has mastered the art of organized fun. Expect a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where respect and celebration go hand in hand. The festival area buzzes with energy, but it never feels overwhelming. Pro Tips for the Event Dress comfortably : Tokyo in June can be warm and humid, so breathable fabrics are your friend. Hydration is key : Bring water and snacks, because parade energy burns calories. Sun protection : Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, a rainbow parasol and your gayest snap fan. Respect boundaries : Photography is welcome, but always ask before taking someone's picture. Pack light : A small bag with essentials is perfect; you'll be doing a lot of walking and celebrating. This is a 'rain or shine' event, though extreme weather might lead to cancellations. Beyond TRP: Tokyo's LGBTQ+ Scene Shinjuku Nichome: Your After-Party Headquarters Once the official festivities wind down, Tokyo's legendary gay district, Shinjuku Nichome, becomes the unofficial after-party headquarters. This compact area packs an incredible number of bars, clubs and social spaces into just a few blocks. It's intimate, friendly, and has been the heart of Tokyo's LGBTQ+ nightlife for decades. LGBTQ+ Friendly Spots Around the City There's a lot more to Tokyo's queer scene beyond Nichome. Black Bird Eatery is an intimate, international café and bar that will be holding events throughout Pride Month. Many international hotel chains have also made commitments to inclusive service, making Tokyo an increasingly welcoming destination for LGBTQ+ travelers. Community Resources and Support Organizations like Stonewall Japan, Pride House Tokyo and TELL (Tokyo English Lifeline) provide ongoing support for Tokyo's LGBTQ+ community. These groups offer everything from social events to mental health resources, proving that Tokyo's Pride celebration is just one part of a year-round commitment to inclusion. Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2025 isn't just an event — it's a celebration of community and an ongoing fight for progress. Whether you're there to march, observe, learn or simply soak up the fantastically gay vibes, you're contributing to something bigger than yourself. So mark your calendar, get out your most colorful clothes and get ready for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of love and acceptance. 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Time Out
23-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time Out
13 best indoor things to do in Tokyo to escape the bad weather
With stunning design that features a vertical rooftop garden embedded into a reflective, geometric facade, the new Tokyu Plaza Harajuku Harakado shares aesthetic DNA with Tokyo Plaza Omotesando Harajuku directly opposite. A total of 75 shops, restaurants, bars and other businesses can be found across Harakado's nine above-ground and three basement levels. Mixed among the shopping opportunities are a number of cool experiences. For instance, you'll find an authentic sento bath with retro vibes in the basement, two floors of dining and drinking options, a free library of Japanese magazines, plus an art-filled relaxation space.
Time Out
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out
Test the latest in accessibility tech at Harajuku Harakado
Shopping and dining in Tokyo can sometimes be daunting without a strong grasp of Japanese, especially when it comes to communicating with store staff. But help may be on the way: At Harajuku's newest landmark, Tokyu Plaza Harajuku 'Harakado', a new pilot project titled 'Subtitles for the World' is happening now. The initiative, realised in partnership with Japanese automotive tech company Aisin, is a 'social experiment' exploring the use of cutting-edge real-time captioning technology and is aimed at bringing about a more inclusive society. Running until May 18, the trial features Aisin's YYSystem transcription app and translucent LCD display tech, which help break down communication barriers for customers with hearing impairments and international visitors alike. The transparent displays, equipped with a microphone and keyboard, visualise speech in real-time on a holographic screen. Impressively, the futuristic devices can also translate speech into over 30 languages. This system, along with tablet versions, has been implemented across 21 establishments in Harakado, including cafés, izakaya, beauty salons and retail shops. To take part in the pilot project, be sure to visit the third-floor 'subtitled information counter' located next to Baby the Coffee Brew Club. There you'll receive a neck strap indicating your specific needs, with tags such as 'I have difficulty hearing' or 'I need English subtitles'. After trying out the transcription services at various stores, don't forget to return to the counter to share your feedback. Participants who complete the post-trial survey will receive a ¥500 gift card to use within the shopping complex.
