Start planning your trip
{{ inputValue.start }} - {{ inputValue.end }}
With:
7 September Events Around Tokyo to Enjoy During Silver Week 2024
This service includes sponsored advertisements.
There are two holidays in September 2024–Respect for the Aged Day and Autumn Equinox Day–which result in two consecutive three-day holidays. Various events are held in Tokyo during this time. Read on to find out which events we recommend for September in the Tokyo area.
Written by
Mitoyo, Kagawa, Japan
I worked in a PR agency for corporate IR/CSR and a publisher which publishes a magazine focused on international cooperation before joining MATCHA in October 2017.
In April 2019, I moved to Mitoyo City in Kagawa Prefecture. I write articles for tourists visiting Japan, and also contribute to regional revitalization.
My main focus is on writing about internet services, rental cars, hotels, and tourist attractions in western Japan.
Will There be Silver Week in 2024?
Silver Week is a major consecutive holiday in Japan during autumn that occurs when the national holidays of that year align in such a way that they create a long break.
In Japan, there are two national holidays in September: Respect for the Aged Day and Autumn Equinox Day. The date of Autumn Equinox Day varies each year. When Respect for the Aged Day and Autumn Equinox Day align favorably, it can result in a long consecutive holiday, as weekdays between national holidays are also considered statutory holidays.
Unfortunately, there will be no Silver Week in 2024. The next Silver Week will be in 2026. However, there will be two consecutive three-day holidays in 2024: from September 14 to 16 and from September 21 to 23.
In this next section, we’ll introduce noteworthy September 2024 events in Tokyo and nearby cities that are perfect for a day trip.
Read also
1. Moon Art Night Shimokitazawa 2024
Moon Art Night Shimokitazawa 2024 celebrates the Harvest Moon and its place in Japanese culture, with impressive outdoor art installations, food stalls, events, and other art displays.
Taking place September 13 - 29 in 2024, this event has become a highlight of early autumn in Tokyo.
"Elysian Arcs" by Atelier Sisu. Picture courtesy of PR Times
Throughout the festival, numerous art pieces inspired by the moon will adorn the streets of Shimokitazawa, including "Museum of the Moon," a huge Moon-shaped installation by Luke Jerram, the rabbit-themed "Intrude" by Amanda Parer, and "Elysian Arcs" by Atelier Sisu.
Additionally, various facilities and stores in Shimokitazawa will host a range of events, including art exhibitions, workshops, food stalls, and films, all centered around themes like "moon" and "rabbit."
Why not join the event and get to know Shimokitazawa, Tokyo's hip district known for individual fashions, live music venues, and its fresh artistic vibe?
Read also
2. Sunshine Aquarium Special Exhibition of Poisonous Creatures “Modoku Exhibition Kiwami”
Picture courtesy of PR Times
Sunshine Aquarium, one of the most popular spots in Tokyo's Ikebukuro district, is known as an oasis in the city. The aquarium is currently hosting the “Modoku Exhibition Kiwami,” which introduces 30 species of sea creatures that use poison as a survival strategy.
The “Modoku Exhibition” series has been held three times since 2014 and is a popular event that has attracted 650,000 visitors to the aquarium.
Information panels introduce these poisonous creatures, detailing their poison types, components, and toxic body parts, along with Sunshine Aquarium’s original poison levels and encounter rates.
Dates: Until November 24, 2024
Venue: Sunshine Aquarium Special Exhibition Hall
Official Website: https://sunshinecity.jp/file/aquarium/modoku_kiwami/
Read also
3. Local Specialties Fair JAPAN SELECT Oshiu Market 2024
The KITTE building near Tokyo Station. Photo by Pixta
The “Local Specialties Fair JAPAN SELECT Oshiu Market 2024,” held at KITTE right next to Tokyo Station, is an event where you can purchase a curated selection of high-quality souvenirs from all over Japan.
An especially unique feature of the event is the Oshioni Kitchen Corner, where you can enjoy different varieties of regional onigiri (rice balls) made with local ingredients. Additionally, there will be events featuring regional mascots.
Dates: September 13 - 16, 2024, 11:00 - 19:00 (ends at 18:00 on the last day)
Venue: KITTE
Official Website: https://tokyo-antennashop.jp/oshiumarket/ (Japanese)
Read also
4. Tokyo Tower Highball Garden 2024
Picture courtesy of PR Times
Tokyo Tower Highball Garden is celebrating its 13th year in 2024. Enjoy a meticulously crafted Cho-ten highball (*), with attention to details such as the chilling of the mug, stacking of the ice, and super carbonation, alongside dishes from Mother Farm, a popular farm in Chiba Prefecture, and jingisukan (grilled mutton).
In recent years, highballs have seen a resurgence in popularity. If you can’t take a trip right now, why not take this opportunity to enjoy delicious food and drinks in a romantic atmosphere?
Dates: Until October 14, 2024
Venue: Tokyo Tower 1F Main Entrance
Official Website: https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/event/20240411000215/ (Japanese)
Cho-ten Highball: a type of highball served by establishments that meet Suntory’s quality standards for mug chilling, ice stacking, whiskey-to-soda ratio, carbonation, and other factors.
5. Monet and Friends Alive: An Interactive Art Exhibition
Claude Monet was a painter with enduring popularity in Japan.
This exhibition, held in 2024 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of French Impressionism, provides an immersive experience that combines artistic and entertainment value. It features the works of Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, and Degas while incorporating classical music and the latest immersive technology.
A photo spot recreating a water lily pond with a bridge is also a highlight of the exhibit!
Dates: Until September 29, 2024 (10:00 - 18:00 (weekends & holidays only: 9:30 - 18:00))
Venue: Nihonbashi Mitsui Hall
Official Website: https://monetalivejp.com/tokyo/ (Japanese)
6. Ghibli Park & Ghibli Exhibition
Ghibli Park’s “Exhibition: Becoming Characters in Memorable Ghibli Scenes” is making a return Picture courtesy of PR Times
Ghibli Park, which became a major sensation when it opened in Nagakute, Aichi in 2022, will hold an exhibit at Warehouse TERRADA. Located in Tennozu, Shinagawa, this area has been gaining attention as a new art spot in Tokyo.
The exhibition will feature a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Ghibli Park, as well as displays featuring works directed by Goro Miyazaki, including Tales from Earthsea, From Up on Poppy Hill, and Earwig and the Witch. Visitors can also enjoy exhibits that recreate the highlights of Ghibli Park.
Are you thinking, “I’d love to go to Ghibli Park, but I don’t have the time to travel all the way to Aichi”? If so, then be sure to check out this event!
Dates: Until September 23, 2024 (9:30 - 20:00, final entry at 19:00. On September 23, the exhibition will close at 14:00)
Venue: Warehouse TERRADA B&C HALL / E HALL
Official Website: https://ghiblipark-exhibition.jp/
Read also
7. Chichibu Beer × Chichibu Food Festival 2024
Chichibu, a popular sightseeing destination in Saitama Prefecture, has previously hosted an annual Meat Festival. This year, the event will also feature Chichibu beer.
On the day of the event, you’ll be able to enjoy beef, local chicken, wild boar dishes, and craft beer from Chichibu breweries.
Dates: September 22 (Sunday), 11:30 - 20:30
Venue: Chichibu City Hall Parking Lot
Official Website: https://www.instagram.com/himidori_chichibu/p/C-4G76CyF3U/ (Japanese)
Make the Most of the September Holidays!
Unfortunately, September 2024 will not include Silver Week, but you can still enjoy two consecutive three-day holidays.
If it’s difficult to find time for a trip right now, why not attend one of these events to experience something out of the ordinary?
Main image by Pixta
I worked in a PR agency for corporate IR/CSR and a publisher which publishes a magazine focused on international cooperation before joining MATCHA in October 2017.
In April 2019, I moved to Mitoyo City in Kagawa Prefecture. I write articles for tourists visiting Japan, and also contribute to regional revitalization.
My main focus is on writing about internet services, rental cars, hotels, and tourist attractions in western Japan.
Special Features
More
