We hope 2017 is treating you well so far (or at least, better than 2016… ). If you still need something to kickstart your year, look no further than these great events happening this week in Tokyo. If you’re doing something fun or interesting, be sure to leave a comment or email us to have your event listed.
Wednesday: Death metal danger
Anomalous Collision 14
Doom, sludge, darkness, power violence, brutal death... These are just some of the descriptions of bands at this super heavy metal show. See Lurking Fear, Su19b and Disrotted from the U.S. at this brutally uplifting rock event.
When & Where
- Wed, Jan. 11
- 7 p.m.
- Shin-Okubo Earthdom, Lisbon Bldg B1F, 3-32-3 Okubo, Shinjuku-ku
- ¥2,000
Thursday: Political commiserations & koi polloi
Democrats Abroad Japan Speakeasy
Are you a democrat saying goodbye to Obama and hello to Trump? Drown your tears in beers at the Democrats Abroad Speakeasy! If you’re a member of the democratic party or just interested in talking American politics, head to the Aldgate British Pub Thursday night to discuss the latest happenings.
When & Where
- Thu, Jan. 12
- 7:30 p.m.
- The Aldgate British Pub, 30-4 Udagawachō, Shibuya
- Free
Manaita-biraki
This unique new year ceremony sees a large carp ritually sliced up by a culinary master as an offering for the temple.
When & Where
- Sat, Jan. 7
- 10 a.m.-noon
- Hoon-ji Temple, Taito-ku
- Free
Saturday & Sunday: Car collections
Tokyo Auto Salon
You can see hundreds of the world’s most advanced cars and car parts this weekend at the Tokyo Auto Salon. Custom racers, concept cars and everything else with an engine will be on display and for sale. The show also featurea live performances by dancers and pop groups.
When & Where
- Sat, Jan. 14 & Sun, Jan. 15
- 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Makuhari Messe, 2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba
- ¥2,200
Saturday: Pet sounds
ARK Animal Adoption Fair
Start 2017 off with a new furry friend! Meet and play with some of the wonderful animals of Tokyo ARK this Sunday. Even if you can’t foster an animal, the dogs and cats would love to see you!
When & Where
- Sat, Jan. 14
- 1-4 p.m.
- Dog Life Design, 5-24-5 Komazawa, Setagaya-ku
- Free
Ongoing: Food and rockumentary
Furusato Matsuri
This festival is as massive as it is delicious. Furasato Matsuri brings food stalls from all over Japan to the heart of Tokyo for a culinary celebration. There’ll be performances and fan chosen “best bowl” awards.
When & Where
- Until Jan. 15
- 10 a.m.
- Tokyo Dome, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku
- ¥1,600
Garage Rockin’ Craze
Canadian documentarian Mario Cuzic delves into the subterranean nightclubs of Japan to explore the frenetic musical genre known as “Tokyo garage punk” purveyed by bands such as The 5.6.7.8.’s and Guitar Wolf. Screening with English subtitles. — Kevin McGue
When & Where
- From Jan. 14
- Various
- Shibuya Humax Cinema, 20-15 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku
- ¥2,000
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