Halloween is finally here. We hope you have your costumes ready. Here are all the things that are going “bump” in the night on This Week In Tokyo. If you’re doing something fun or interesting, be sure to leave us a comment or email us to have your event listed.
Whistlebump Halloween 2015
Whistlebump Halloween is Tokyo’s sexiest Halloween party. Every year it’s parade of fire breathers, exotic dancers, and world class DJ’s has drawn a bigger and bigger crowd of Tokyo’s finest hedonist. This year’s party will be headlined by legendary house DJ and producer Funk D’Void.
When & Where
- Saturday, Oct. 31st
- 09:00 - 05:00
- XEX Nihonbashi
- ¥2500 incl. 1 drink
Tokyo International Film Festival
The Tokyo International Film Festival is underway and big stars like Hilary Swank and Helen Mirren have already stopped by to support their films showing. Whether you’re a movie buff or a casual film goer, you should take advantage of this rare chance to see new movies months before they are widely distributed. There will also be screenings of classic films including a Masters of Japanese Horror block and a tribute to Orson Welles.
When & Where
- Until Saturday, Oct. 31st
- Various
- Various
- Various
Kanda Old Book Festival
You can pick up used and rare books at great prices this week in Kanda. During the festival the local bookshops spill out into the streets.
When & Where
- Until Monday, Nov. 1st
- 10:00 - 19:00, Nov. 1st 10:00 - 18:00
- Kanda-Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Free
Pecha Kucha: Tokyo Design Week
“Pecha Kucha” is a fast-paced presentation style that originated in Tokyo but has spread to over 700 cities worldwide. Each speaker only has time to show 20 slides for 20 seconds each, allowing for an array of different ideas to be shared in one night. This Wednesday’s Pecha Kucha will focus on Tokyo Design Week.
When & Where
- Wednesday, June 24th
- 19:00
- Meiji-Jingu Gaien, 2-3 Kasumigaoka, Tokyo
- ¥2000
Tokyo International Players Present Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky Horror Picture show is a classic tale of love, lust, and rock and roll. You can see it live in this special 40th anniversary production by the Tokyo International Players. You’ll have six chances to do the Time Warp this week starting Thursday. “For mature audiences only. Audience participation and costumes are encouraged.”
When & Where
- Thursday, Oct. 29th to Sunday, Nov. 1st
- Various
- Theater Sun-mall: Sun-mall Crest Bldg. B1, 1-19-10 Shinjuku
- ¥4500, students ¥2500
Farm Party featuring Scott & Charlene’s Wedding
This is not an actual wedding! It’s a party at the Ruby Room featuring an Australian indie band named after a celebrated soap opera nuptial. Scott & Charlene's Wedding will be joined by tailor made for a small room, Andersens, and French Kissingers.
When & Where
- Sunday, Nov. 1st
- 19:00
- Ruby Room, 2F Kasumi Bldg., Dogenzaka 2-25-17, Shibuya
- ¥1000
Winter Sports Festa Season 15
Before you hit the slopes this winter, get some great deals on the latest snow wear at Makuhari Messe. 340 brands and a millions winter items await you.
When & Where
- Saturday, Oct. 31st to Tuesday, Nov. 3rd
- 11:00 - 19:00
- Makuhari Messe, 2-1, Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba
- Free
5th Kanda Curry Grand Prix
Curry is a ubiquitous dish in the Kanda area, but who does it best? Find out this week for the 5th annual Kanda Curry Grand Prix. 20 vendors will participate in the competition, and you’ll be able to taste them all.
When & Where
- Saturday, Oct. 31st to Sunday, Nov. 1st
- 11:00 - 19:00, Sun. 11:00 - 17:00
- Ogawa Square, 3-6 Kanda-Ogawacho, Chiyoda-ku
- Free
Koenji Fes 2015
Celebrate one to Tokyo’s hippest, coolest, and liveliest neighborhoods this weekend. Street performers, free concerts, art workshops, and pro wrestling will all be on hand. Keep an eye out for the “stamp rally,” as visiting shops could net you some neat prizes.
When & Where
- Saturday, Oct. 31st and Sunday, Nov. 1st
- 12:00
- Koenji Street, 3-70-1 Koenji-minami, Suginami-ku
- Free
Universal Studios Halloween
You may want to plan a weekend trip to Osaka for this special event. Your favorite movie monsters have taken over Universal Studios Japan. It’s not just Dracula, the Wolfman, and the Mummy; Aliens, Predator, Freddy, Jason, and Sadako are also haunting the park until early November.
When & Where
- Until November 8th
- Varies
- Universal Studios Japan, 2-1-3 Sakurajima, Konohana-ku, Osaka
- ¥7200
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