Where did the year go? December is already here, and Tokyo’s streets glow with beautiful illuminations at night. Check out our Tokyo Winter Illumination Guide for the best spots to see these winter lights, there are still plenty more events to pad out your December calendar.
Apple Picking Exhibition 2025
November 14 – December 7
Credit by Hobonichiyobi Official website
Pick apples straight from an indoor “apple tree” hung with real fruit from Sun Farm, a 300-year-old orchard in Morioka that grows more than 140 varieties. Priced around ¥300 per apple, staff will slice them into thin rings so you can compare flavors on the spot or take them home. The lineup includes rare varieties that are hard to find in Tokyo, plus a tasting set of three tart apple juices at different “sourness levels” and a limited batch of apple pies made with Sun Farm’s Bramley and other cooking apples.
11am – 8pm
Hobo Nichiyobi (Shibuya PARCO 8th floor)
Shibuya Parco Public Building, 15-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku
Free Admission
hobonichiyobi/exhibition
International Robot Exhibition (iREX)
December 3 – 6
Credit by zhudifeng
The International Robot Exhibition, the largest robotics fair in the world, returns to Tokyo every two years. This year focuses on “Sustainable Societies Through Robotics,” with more than 300 exhibitors presenting solutions for manufacturing, elder care, logistics and more. Expect industrial robot arms that weld, assemble and move parts to service robots designed for healthcare, cleaning and everyday use.
10am – 5pm
Tokyo Big Sight
3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku
General Admission is ¥1,000 (free for middle school students and younger)
irex.nikkan.co.jp/
Tokyo Christmas Market
December 5 – 25
Credit by Tokyo Christmas Market
Head to Shiba Park’s first Christmas market for mulled wine, sausages, German draft beer and imported ornaments under a canopy of lights. Organized by the German Tourist Bureau, the event features more than 30 food stalls, 20 craft booths and a small stage for bands and carolers.
4pm – 10pm
Shiba Park, Onarimon Station Plaza
3-24-6 Nishi-shimbashi, Minato-ku
From December 5 –19 adult tickets are ¥1,000 on weekdays, ¥1,500 on weekends. Students are ¥500.
From December 20 – 25 adult tickets are ¥2,000, students are ¥1,000.
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Check out our Winter Illumination and Christmas Afternoon Tea roundups for more things to do this month.
Odaiba Rainbow Fireworks Display
December 6 – 27
Credits by Rainbow Odaiba
For five minutes each Saturday night, DiverCity brings back its rainbow fireworks display. Find a waterside spot in Odaiba or Toyosu and enjoy a burst of color during the winter season.
7pm – 7:05pm
Toyosu Gururi Park
1-1-10 Toyosu, Koto-ku
Odaiba Marine Park
1-4 Daiba, Minato-ku
Free Admission
tokyo-odaiba.net/rainbow2025
Hogwarts in the Snow: Harry Potter Studio Tokyo
November 8, 2025 – January 12, 2026
Credit by WB studio tour official website
Tokyo’s behind-the-scenes Harry Potter tour transforms into a Christmas edition each year. Diagon Alley is dusted with snow, Gryffindor’s common room and dorms are decorated for the holidays and the Hogwarts castle model is set in a winter scene with projection mapping that simulates falling snow. A cozy choice for fans who want a holiday atmosphere without spending the day outdoors.
Timed entry from morning through evening; opening hours and prices vary by date.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo
1-1-7 Kasugacho, Nerima-ku
From ¥6,300 (adult), ¥5,200 (ages 12–17), ¥3,800 (ages 4–11).
wbstudiotour.jp/en/hogwarts-in-the-snow
Comic Market C107
December 30 – 31
Credit: Comiket c106
Running since 1975, Comiket is Japan’s largest gathering of anime artists and fans. Different creators exhibit on different days, so planning your route is part of the fun. Many of the self-published magazines and goods (doujinshi) sell out before they reach online stores.
10am – 4pm
Tokyo Big Sight
3-11-1, Yurakucho
AM entry ¥1,210; PM entry ¥400; On-site PM entry ¥1,000.
comiket.co.jp/info-a/TAFO/C107TAFO
