August 2026: 8 Tokyo Events Not To Miss
August marks the peak of the Japanese festival season. It offers the best opportunity to break out that yukata and get a dose of summer fun — even if it’s after the scorching sun has gone down. We can
August marks the peak of the Japanese festival season. It offers the best opportunity to break out that yukata and get a dose of summer fun — even if it’s after the scorching sun has gone down. We can’t fit all the fantastic events into this article, so make sure to check out our full event listings for August to see what you’re missing (spoiler: includes dance parades and anime exhibitions). For the top events in Tokyo throughout the year, check out our complete guide — organized by month.
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1. Bon Odori festivals
2. Awa Odori festivals
3. Asakusa Tōrō Nagashi Lantern Floating
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