Tokyo truly comes alive at the tail end of September, and if you’re looking for things to do this week and over the weekend, you’re in luck. From world-class art to thrilling live events, here’s your guide to making the most of Tokyo right now.The Tokyo Game Show 2025 is taking over Makuhari Messe today and tomorrow. This massive gaming expo is a highlight for tech lovers and gamers, where you can check out the latest releases from Japan’s biggest studios, mingle with talented indie developers, and snap pictures of spectacular cosplayers. The show is open from 10 am to 5 pm, and advance tickets are required according to event details from Truly Tokyo.If you love culture and tradition, Ikebukuro is hosting the annual Fukuro Matsuri, also known as the Owl Festival, running today and tomorrow. The centerpiece is the lively mikoshi portable shrine parade through the heart of Ikebukuro on Sunday, bringing together rhythmic drumming, street dancing, and colorful festival energy, as highlighted by Tokyo Cheapo.Art fans can head over to Roppongi for Roppongi Art Night, running until the end of the weekend. Roppongi Hills is transformed with installations by over 30 artists, musical performances, and immersive light shows. The whole neighborhood becomes a temporary canvas, and it’s all free entry, as reported by Tokyo Weekender.For something more intimate, the Hisaya Kumano Frozen Strings floral art installation at PLAT Shibuya will run through Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm. Expect a dreamlike blend of flowers, light, and sound that, according to Tokyo Weekender, promises to spark your imagination.Sumo fans shouldn’t miss the ongoing Sumo Grand Tournament at Kokugikan in Ryogoku—a quintessential Tokyo experience where the city’s top rikishi vie for glory from early morning through the evening. Ticket information and more details can be found on Truly Tokyo.For moonlit strolls and unique photos, immerse yourself in the Shimokitazawa Moon Art Night Festival, where giant glowing moons and pop-up installations light up the trendy vintage district. New this year are immersive theater and traditional performances, and there’s plenty to explore through October 5 per Tokyo Cheapo.Tomorrow, antique lovers can browse rare finds at Nogi Shrine’s Antique Market, running from 9 am until sundown. Expect everything from vintage clothes to wooden toys, unless rain cancels the event.Finally, keep an eye on the World Athletics Championships at Japan National Stadium, drawing athletes from around the globe for a week of world-class track and field action, as Exoticca highlights.Thank you for tuning in. Remember to subscribe so you never miss what’s on in Tokyo. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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