If you’re looking for unforgettable things to do in Tokyo starting today, October 24th, and running through the weekend, the city is absolutely buzzing with events for every interest and age group. Tokyo today boasts the kick-off of the 65th Tokyo Kanda Used Book Festival, a specialty event stretching until November 3rd in the famous Jimbocho district. Stroll down Yasukuni Street and browse one million books among 100 open-air wagons, check out special sales of rare and valuable books, or catch a talk show inside the Tokyo Used Book Hall. Jimbocho transforms into a paradise for literature lovers of all stripes, making this a must-see cultural highlight, as reported by iwafu.

Halloween fever has taken over Tokyo, and festivities are everywhere. The Koenji Fest on Saturday and Sunday draws over 180,000 visitors and features a Parade of One Hundred Yokai, with over 200 performers in elaborate spirit costumes parading the Koenji Look Shopping Street. Expect pro wrestling matches, curry tasting battles, and quirky booths scattered throughout the Koenji area for a true taste of local fun. For families, the Kichijoji Halloween Festa runs through Sunday near Kichijoji Station and offers costume shows, community activities, and plenty of candy for kids. Meanwhile, Sunshine City in Ikebukuro is hosting Fun! Fun! Halloween all week with photo spots, craft workshops, game stalls, and even concerts.

If Tokyo Tower is on your list, stick around after sundown for the City Light Fantasia Halloween Party. Projection mapping splashes the iconic tower in ghostly and witchy colors alongside a breathtaking city view. The Yoyogi area also continues its Halloween Carnival all week, featuring gourmet treats, shopping, performances, and a stamp rally for a spookily good time.

Music lovers, Oasis is back at Tokyo Dome with live shows on both Saturday and Sunday. For jazz fans, catch the Moses Yoofee Trio at the Cotton Club or Hoofer’s Place at Blue Note Place on Sunday. K-pop star D.O. is performing Saturday at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, and Baekhyun from Exo wraps up his Japan solo tour in Tokyo this weekend.

Anime and manga fans should hit Ikebukuro’s Halloween Cosplay Festival through Sunday, where stage events, parades, and pop-up cafes, including Cardcaptor Sakura at Ikebukuro PARCO, keep the spirit lively. If you want a feast, the Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel extends its Mexican buffet through November 3rd with options for mezcal tasting.

Don’t forget art and photography. The T3 Photo Festival runs until Sunday, showcasing international talent across Ginza, Kyobashi, Yaesu, and Nihonbashi—perfect for a leisurely gallery stroll. At Yebisu Brewery, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure fans can catch the collaborative Bijinga Exhibition with Hirohiko Araki, featuring free entry.

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