This Tuesday to Sunday is for writers, photographers, liars, eaters, athletes and horror movie fans. Which one are you? Wait… are you lying? Is that even your real name? The truth will out us 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.
Tuesday: Write all about it
Travel Writing Workshop
Interested in travel writing or just want to share your story? The Japan Travel Writing Community Project is a growing group of bloggers, journalists and new writers keen to discuss platforms, tools and ideas. “Come join our travel and writing community. Write, get published, learn and grow together. Please come and find out about how you can be involved in our project! And learn some new tips of the travel trade.”
When & Where
- Tuesday, October 4th
- 19:00
- Fab Cafe, Dogenzaka Peer 1F, 1-22-7 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku
- ¥500
Wednesday: Laugh, cry and be inspired by the world’s best photos
Photo: World Press PhotoWorld Press Photo Exhibition
See dozens of the the world’s most stunning photos in this extraordinary yearly exhibition. The winners of the 2016 World Press photojournalism contest will be on display in Ebisu this month. The photos cover current events, nature, sports, and more.
When & Where
- Until October 23rd, 2016
- 10:00-17:00, Friday/Saturday 10:00-20:00
- Yebisu Garden Place, 1-13-3 Mita, Meguro-ku
- ¥800
Thursday: Spot the liar
Perfect Liars Club
Drink beer and join the Perfect Liars Club for a storytelling show with a side of shrewd. Four storytellers tell you a story. Three are true, and one is a lie. Listen. Laugh. Interrogate. Vote. And then brace yourself for the shocking truth. Can you spot the liar?
When & Where
- Thursday, October 6th
- 20:00
- Good Heavens Bar, 2F 5-32-5 Daizawa, Setagaya-ku
- ¥1500
Friday: Put on your stretchy pants and taste all of Tokyo
Taste of Tokyo
Hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, this annual event aims to share the various attractions of the capital with those in Japan and abroad. Each festival area, Marunouchi, Yurakucho, and Hibiya, will again offer its own exciting combination of food, exhibits, and activities. A fun way to experience one of the world's biggest cities - condensed.
When & Where
- Friday, October 7th to Sunday, October 9th
- Friday 11:00-21:00, Saturday/Sunday 11:00-17:00
- Marunouchi Naka Dori, Gyoko Dori, Tokyo International Forum, and Hibiya Park
- Free
Saturday: Go surprise bowling and then be chased by your murderous relatives
Tokyo Sports Expo 2016
Meet Japanese athletes while testing your own athletic prowess at this two-day sports-themed festival. You can compete in traditional sports like archery, fencing, and basketball or try your hand at more innovative activities like the bungee run and “surprised bowling.” Not sure what will be surprising but we hope it's not a bowling ball to the face.
When & Where
- Saturday, October 8th/Sunday, October 9th
- 10:00-17:00
- Komazawa Olympic Park and Koganei Olympic Park
- Free
“Family” Horror Night
The psychological terror is coming from inside the house! Spend a night watching four movies that show attempts to survive horror with, or from, your own family: The Mist, The Boy, Backtrack, and Goodnight Mommy. #itsalmostthanksgiving
When & Where
- Saturday, October 8th
- 23:00-05:00
- Shin Bungeiza Theater, Tokyo Maruhan Ikebukuro Bldg. 3F, 1-43-5 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku
- ¥2300
Sunday: Wear your skinniest jeans for a curated indie gig
Farm Party 20 featuring dorcelsius
The always reliable Ruby Room will present a collection of fantastic indie acts curated by Tokyo Gig Guide. See Vinylhouse5, Potlucks, and French duo dorcelsius this Saturday Night and make all your skinny jeans fantasies come true.
When & Where
- Sunday, October 9th
- 18:30
- Ruby Room, 2F Kasumi Bldg, Dogenzaka 2-25-17, Shibuya
- ¥1500
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