Best Things to Do in Tokyo – September 2025

  • Karimoku × NUNO — “Yarn and Fabric Making” opens at Karimoku Commons Tokyo

    Karimoku × NUNO — “Yarn and Fabric Making” opens at Karimoku Commons Tokyo

    Karimoku and textile studio NUNO open a new exhibition at Karimoku Commons Tokyo. The show runs September 6 – October 11, 2025 and is free to enter. The exhibition traces how raw materials become yarn and then cloth. You’ll see the design thinking and production steps behind NUNO’s fabrics — from fibres to finished textiles.…

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  • McDonald’s Japan Unveils ‘Tsukimi’ Menu with 8 New Items for a Limited Time

    McDonald’s Japan Unveils ‘Tsukimi’ Menu with 8 New Items for a Limited Time

    McDonald’s Japan is rolling out a rich and fun “Tsukimi” (moon-viewing) menu that blends tradition with bold new flavours—starting September 3, 2025—just in time for the cosy autumn season. The menu includes eight delightful items, five of which are totally new: Everything will be available across Japan—perfect for enjoying from dawn to dusk under the…

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  • Tokyo’s Starbucks Brings Back the Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Latte This Fall

    Tokyo’s Starbucks Brings Back the Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Latte This Fall

    A beloved favourite is making a comeback at Tokyo Starbucks this fall. The Chocolate Mousse Latte, first introduced in autumn 2023 and a big hit again in 2024, returns starting September 3, 2025 — but only for a limited time. This drink is more than just a latte. It features a soft, fluffy layer of…

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  • Autumn in a Cup: Starbucks Japan’s New Hojicha “Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte” Debuts in Tokyo

    Autumn in a Cup: Starbucks Japan’s New Hojicha “Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte” Debuts in Tokyo

    Starting September 3, 2025, Starbucks Japan will introduce a limited-time fall drink that combines comforting flavours in a fun, dessert-like latte. The “Hojicha Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte” blends hojicha (roasted green tea) and creamy milk with a smooth roasted sweet potato sauce, giving you delightful bits of sweet potato in every sip. It’s…

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  • KFC Japan Launches “Melty Tsukimi” Egg Burgers with Triple-Egg Treat

    KFC Japan Launches “Melty Tsukimi” Egg Burgers with Triple-Egg Treat

    As autumn approaches, KFC Japan is celebrating the beloved Tsukimi (moon-viewing) season with a brand-new “Melty Tsukimi” (とろ~り月見) menu. This exciting release brings egg lovers five tasty treats starting August 27, 2025, with a special early preview available from August 20 at seven select stores. What’s on the menu? KFC is doubling down on the…

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  • Discover Haroshi’s “ABACO” Exhibition at Nanzuka Underground

    Discover Haroshi’s “ABACO” Exhibition at Nanzuka Underground

    Tokyo’s vibrant art scene welcomes a new exhibition by renowned artist Haroshi. Titled “ABACO,” this solo show opens on September 12, 2025, at Nanzuka Underground in Harajuku. It marks Haroshi’s third solo exhibition at the gallery, following “GUZO” (2017) and “I versus I” (2021). Known for transforming discarded skateboards into intricate sculptures, Haroshi continues his…

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  • Celebrate 75 Years of Peanuts at the Snoopy Museum Tokyo

    Celebrate 75 Years of Peanuts at the Snoopy Museum Tokyo

    This fall, immerse yourself in the world of Peanuts at the Snoopy Museum Tokyo’s special exhibition, Snoopy: A Dog Who Became a Friend Around the World. Opening on September 6, 2025, this exhibition marks the 75th anniversary of Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic strip. It runs until March 1, 2026, offering fans ample time to…

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  • Van Gogh’s Home: The Van Gogh Museum. The Painter’s Legacy, the Family Collection, the Ongoing Story

    Van Gogh’s Home: The Van Gogh Museum. The Painter’s Legacy, the Family Collection, the Ongoing Story

    From September 12 to December 21, 2025, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum presents Van Gogh’s Home: The Van Gogh Museum. The Painter’s Legacy, the Family Collection, the Ongoing Story. This exhibition offers a rare glimpse into how Vincent van Gogh’s art was preserved and celebrated by his family after his death in 1890. A Family’s…

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  • Nike Harajuku to Reopen This September at “Harajuku Quest” — A Fresh Start for Tokyo’s Beloved Flagship

    Nike Harajuku to Reopen This September at “Harajuku Quest” — A Fresh Start for Tokyo’s Beloved Flagship

    A Storied Beginning: From the Original Flagship to Today Nike first launched its Tokyo flagship in Harajuku in 2009, known as the “NIKE Flagship Store Harajuku.” Interior design by renowned Wonderwall, led by Masamichi Katayama, made it iconic, featuring eye-catching installations like a chandelier made from marathon bibs and a “FOOTWEAR WALL” featuring 1,600 shoe…

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  • Nike × LEGO Bring Two New “Slam Dunk” & “Dunk Trickshot” Sets to Japan

    Nike × LEGO Bring Two New “Slam Dunk” & “Dunk Trickshot” Sets to Japan

    Nike and LEGO are back with two play-ready sets built for hoops lovers and sneaker fans. Both arrive in Japan on Monday, September 1, 2025. Here’s what to know—and where to buy in Tokyo. Key Specs at A Glance Nike Dunk Trickshot (43021)This compact set has 454 pieces. It centers on a red/white Nike Dunk…

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  • Taste of Britain in Nihombashi: “British Fair 2025” at Mitsukoshi

    Taste of Britain in Nihombashi: “British Fair 2025” at Mitsukoshi

    Summer in Tokyo just got a crisp, tea-scented twist. Nihombashi Mitsukoshi is bringing the best of Britain to the city with “British Fair 2025” — a two-part event packed with afternoon-tea treats, iconic British brands, and a pop-up pub experience. If you love tea, scones, or British-style sweets and goods, this is a perfect city-day…

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  • “Reverb Time 60”, An Exhibition by World-Renowned Sculptor Matthew Monahan And Young Artist Kurotaki Aiku

    “Reverb Time 60”, An Exhibition by World-Renowned Sculptor Matthew Monahan And Young Artist Kurotaki Aiku

    An exciting new exhibition just opened in Tokyo, blending bold artistry with thoughtful exploration. “Reverb Time 60” brings together two striking talents—Matthew Monahan, a world-renowned sculptor from Los Angeles, and Kurotaki Aiku (黒瀧藍玖), a young multidisciplinary creator based in Tokyo. Sold-out Opening The show will launch on August 16, 2025, at SOM GALLERY in Nihonbashi…

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  • Summer Night Museum 2025 — Tokyo’s Museums Glow After Dark

    Summer Night Museum 2025 — Tokyo’s Museums Glow After Dark

    Discover late-night art, cool crowds, and easy summer evenings across Tokyo’s top museums. Tokyo’s museums are staying open late this summer for Summer Night Museum 2025. Several major venues will welcome visitors on select evenings so you can see art after work or under the city lights. This is an easy, fun way to enjoy…

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  • Architect Hiroshi Naito— Notebooks and Sketches

    Architect Hiroshi Naito— Notebooks and Sketches

    Discover the innovative mind of renowned architect Hiroshi Naito in his latest exhibition, “Notebooks and Sketches,” now open at Kioi Seido in Tokyo. Running from July 1 to September 30, 2025, this free exhibition offers a rare glimpse into Naito’s creative process over the past four decades. ✍️ What to Expect The exhibition is divided…

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  • Initial D’s 30th Anniversary Ignites Tokyo & Fuji Speedway Events

    Initial D’s 30th Anniversary Ignites Tokyo & Fuji Speedway Events

    Legendary manga Initial D is celebrating its 30th anniversary in full throttle—from Tokyo’s Shibuya Station to the iconic Fuji Speedway. Initial D 30th Anniversary Advertisement at Shibuya Station Tokyo’s underground at Shibuya Station is celebrating Initial D. From June 9–15, 2025, a massive 22‑meter ad wraps the Dogenzaka Happy Board. Seven major Japanese automakers—Suzuki, Subaru, Toyota, Nissan, Honda,…

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  • Masterpieces on Paper: Swedish National Museum’s Drawing Collection Exhibition at Tokyo’s National Museum of Western Art

    Masterpieces on Paper: Swedish National Museum’s Drawing Collection Exhibition at Tokyo’s National Museum of Western Art

    This summer, Tokyo’s National Museum of Western Art in Ueno will host a remarkable exhibition titled “Renaissance to the Baroque: Master Drawings from the National Museum, Stockholm.” Running from July 1 to September 28, 2025, the exhibition offers a rare opportunity to view a curated selection of masterful drawings by renowned European artists. The exhibition…

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  • Photographer Luigi Ghiri’s First Solo Museum Exhibition in Asia

    Photographer Luigi Ghiri’s First Solo Museum Exhibition in Asia

    In 2025, the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum (TOP Museum) marks its 30th anniversary with a series of compelling exhibitions that delve into the evolution of photography and moving images. Among these, the standout is Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes, the first major museum exhibition in Asia dedicated to the renowned Italian photographer. Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes…

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  • A Renewal of Passion: The Impact of Van Gogh

    A Renewal of Passion: The Impact of Van Gogh

    The Pola Museum of Art in Hakone, Japan, is hosting its inaugural exhibition dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, titled A Renewal of Passion: The Impact of Van Gogh. Running from May 31 to November 30, 2025, this exhibition delves into the profound influence of Van Gogh’s art on both past and contemporary creators. Van Gogh’s…

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  • Design Ah! Exhibition Neo

    Design Ah! Exhibition Neo

    From April 18 to September 23, 2025, the “Design Ah! Exhibition Neo” is captivating visitors at Tokyo Node in Toranomon Hills. This immersive exhibition, inspired by NHK E-Tele’s educational program “Design Ah! Neo,” invites attendees to explore the design behind everyday actions like walking, eating, sitting, and holding. Experience Design Through Action Unlike previous exhibitions…

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