Here is what’s happening across Tokyo for the month of February. Check out exhibitions, festivals, events and more!
Dai Tamagotchi 30th Anniversary Exhibition
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Tamagotchi Exhibition will look back at the toy’s global popularity and technological development.
Date & Time
Jan 07-Feb 02・10:00-20:00・Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
Price
¥1800 for adults and university students, ¥1300 for high school students, ¥800 for elementary and junior high school students
Location
Roppongi Museum
Kusama Yayoi, “Macaroni Coat” (1963). Mixed media, 118.5×80.3×12.0 cm. Itabashi Art Museum ©YAYOI KUSAMA
Anti-Action: Artist-Women’s Challenges and Responses in Postwar Japan
During the 1950s and 60s in Japan, female artists initially gained prominence in the avant-garde scene, supported by movements like art informel. However, the subsequent introduction of “action painting” — a style closely associated with masculine ideals of boldness and strength — led to the marginalization of women painters from critical discussion. This exhibition seeks to reinterpret modern and contemporary Japanese art history by adopting the “anti-action” perspective, presenting artists such as Yayoi Kusama, Atsuko Tanaka and Hideko Fukushima, and many others who have been traditionally overlooked in art history.
Date & Time
Dec 16, 2025-Feb 8, 2026・10:00-17:00・Fri and Sat until 20:00
Price
Adults ¥2,000 / College ¥1,200
Location
The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo
More Info
includes admission fee for MOMAT Collection
Marina Perez Simão, “Untitled / Sem Título,” 2025 © Marina Perez Simão
Pace Gallery Tokyo: Marina Perez Simão & Tomie Ohtake
Brazilian artist Marina Perez Simão is holding her debut solo exhibition in Japan at Pace Tokyo, with a new series of landscape-inspired abstract paintings. Known for her vibrant, lyrical compositions that blur interior and exterior worlds, Simão’s work explores emotion, memory and place. The exhibition’s pieces are linked by the use of indigo, a deep shade with centuries of tradition in Japan. Her works are displayed in dialogue with paintings and sculptures by the late Japanese-Brazilian artist Tomie Ohtake, who she cites as a key influence. Born in Kyoto in 1913, Ohtake immigrated to Brazil in 1936, eventually becoming one of the country’s most celebrated modernists. Her works employed both organic forms and structured geometries to abstract natural landscapes and phenomena.
Date & Time
Nov 4, 2025-Feb 11, 2026・11:00-19:00・Open Until 18:00 on Sun, Closed Mon. 19:00-20:00 Appointment Only
Price
Free
Location
Pace Gallery Tokyo
Okumura Togyū, “Rabbit”, Yamatane Museum of Art
Love: Japanese Paintings of Adorable Things
This winter, Yamatane Museum of Art’s diverse collection of modern and contemporary nihonga warms visitors’ hearts. The exhibition, perfect for viewing with your beloved, showcases how artists have captured the many forms of love in our lives — romance, familial love, compassion toward animals and even oshikatsu fandom. Aptly, the exhibition is titled “Itoshii” in Japanese, an adjective that encompasses various feelings of affection, tenderness and wistfulness. Among the displayed works are Kawasaki Kotora’s painting of a child dreaming of his hometown, Okumura Togyu’s portraits of rabbits and Kaburagi Kiyokata’s depictions of tragic romance.
Date & Time
Dec 6, 2025-Feb 15, 2026・10:00-17:00・Closed Mondays, Except Jan 12; Closed Dec 29 – Jan 2, Jan 13
Price
Adults ¥1,400 / Students ¥500 – 1,100 / Middle School and Under Free
Location
Yamatane Museum of Art
Kimura Shohachi, “Shinjuku Station” (1935). Private Collection, image courtesy of Sompo Museum.
Shinjuku: The City of Modern Art
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Sompo Museum of Art is turning its lens toward its own backyard: Shinjuku.
Date & Time
Jan 10-Feb 15・10:00-18:00・Closed Mondays unless Monday is a national holiday, in which case closed Tuesday. Fridays Open Until 20:00
Price
¥1,100-1,500 / High School and Under Free
Location
Sompo Museum of Art
Edgar Degas, “The Bellelli Family” (1858-1869) Oil on Canvas, Musée d’Orsay, Paris © photo: C2RMF/Thomas Clot. From “Impressionist Interiors” Exhibition
Impressionist Interiors: Intimacy, Decoration, Modernity
While impressionism is almost synonymous with sun-drenched landscapes, this exhibition focuses on the domestic side of the movement.
Date & Time
Oct 25, 2025-Feb 15, 2026・09:30-17:30・Closed Mondays unless Monday is a national holiday, in which case closed Tuesday, and Dec. 28–Jan.1. Fridays, Saturdays 9:30–20:00
Price
Door ¥1,000-2,300 / Advance ¥900-2,100 / Junior High and under Free
Location
National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo
‘Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru’ Exhibition
The Machu Picchu exhibition will show over 130 artifacts from ancient Andean civilization, some being exhibited in Japan for the first time.
Date & Time
Nov 22, 2025-Mar 1, 2026・10:00-18:00・Friday, Saturday and the day before a holiday: 10:00-20:00
Price
¥2800
Location
Mori Arts Center Gallery
Ukiyo-e Ojisan Festival
Ota Memorial Museum of Art’s exhibition themed around middle-aged men, will have over 150 works by artists including Hiroshige and Hokusai.
Date & Time
Jan 06-Mar 01・10:30-17:30・last admission at 17:00
Price
Adults ¥1000, university and high school students ¥700, junior high school students and under: free
Location
Ota Memorial Museum of Art
Atelier Muji ‘Listen to the Fragrance’ Exhibition
Atelier Muji Ginza will hold a special exhibition about fragrance; exploring olfaction lifestyle, history, experience, editing and language.
Date & Time
Dec 19, 2025-Mar 15, 2026・11:00-21:00
Price
Free
Location
Atelier Muji Ginza Gallery
Daniel Chau, “Narrative” (2024). Courtesy of Kikuchi Biennale
Kikuchi Biennale XI: ‘The Present of Ceramics’
Held every two years since 2004, the Kikuchi Biennale is a contemporary ceramics competition dedicated to promoting the art form.
Date & Time
Dec 13, 2025-Mar 22, 2026・11:00-18:00・Closed Mondays unless Monday is a national holiday, in which case closed Tuesday, and Dec. 28–Jan.1
Price
¥500–¥1,100
Location
Kikuchi Kanjitsu Memorial Tomo Museum
Roppongi Crossing 2025: What Passes Is Time. We Are Eternal.
The Roppongi Crossing series is a triennial, co-curated exhibition at the Mori Art Museum, launched in 2004 to capture the current state of Japan’s contemporary art scene. The eighth edition, featuring 21 artists and groups, explores how art can shift and diversify our sense of time — whether it be personal, geological and social. The exhibition spans a diverse range of media, from painting and video to crafts, zines and community projects. Some highlights include A.A. Murakami’s immersive installation using fog and light, Takuro Kuwata’s bold, colorful interpretations of historic ceramic techniques and Kelly Akashi’s intricate glass sculpture.
Date & Time
Dec 3, 2025-Mar 29, 2026・10:00-22:00・Until 17:00 on Tue, and Dec 8 (Mon). Open until 22:00 on Dec 30 (Tue)
Price
Adults ¥2,000 / Over 65 ¥1,700 / Students ¥1,400 / Middle School and Under Free
Location
Mori Art Museum
More Info
on Weekends & Holidays – Adults ¥2,200 / Over 65 ¥1,900 / Students ¥1,500
Haikara Modern Hakama Style Exhibition
The Yayoi Museum will host an exhibition on the evolution of women’s fashion through art and garments from the Meiji era to the present.
Date & Time
Jan 03-Mar 29・10:00-17:00・last entry at 16:30
Price
adults: ¥1200, university and high school students: ¥1000, junior high school and elementary school students: ¥500
Location
Yayoi Museum
More Info
Closed on Mondays and on February 24
Hiroh Kikai, “Tamasaburo Bando in Kamikakete Sango Taisetsu (The Lover’s Pledge)” (1976) © Hiroh Kikai
Hiroh Kikai Photo Exhibition: ‘Persona – Tamasaburo Bando’
Long before he became a titan of Japanese photography, Hiroh Kikai spent the better part of 1976 trailing a young kabuki actor.
Date & Time
Jan 05-Mar 31・10:00-19:00・until 16:00 on March 31
Price
Free
Location
Fujifilm Square Photo History Museum
Taro Gomi Picture Book World Exhibition
Explore the world of picture books at the Picture Book World Exhibition featuring Gomi Taro, author and illustrator of over 400 books.
Date & Time
Aug 8, 2025-May 27, 2026・10:00-18:00
Price
Free
Location
Mikka Lirio Ichibankan
More Info
A separate Mikka admission fee is required for other in-house exhibits
Pola Museum of Art: Spring Rising
This exhibition presents works inspired by the landscapes of Hakone and other places along the Tokaido route.
Date & Time
Dec 13, 2025-May 31, 2026・09:00-17:00
Price
¥2,200
Location
Pola Museum of Art
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Shinjuku South Illumination 2025-2026
The Shinjuku “Minamillumi” transforms the Shinjuku South Exit area into a festive, illuminated walkway. Starting at the New South Gate, the glowing path connects Southern Terrace, Shinjuku Mylord and Takashimaya Times Square, with each location featuring its own unique lighting theme. This event offers a warm, calming escape from the city rush, showcasing Shinjuku’s softer holiday side.
Date & Time
Nov 12, 2025-Feb 15, 2026・17:00-23:00
Price
Free
Location
Shinjuku Southern Terrace, Shinjuku Mylord, Takashimaya Times Square
Marunouchi Illumination 2025-2026
This elegant display features approximately 820,000 champagne-gold LED lights adorning over 340 trees along the 1.2 km stretch of Marunouchi Naka-dori and Gyoko-dori Avenue. It’s a classic, sophisticated winter tradition in the upscale business district, known for its warm, refined ambiance and eco-friendly lighting.
Date & Time
Nov 11, 2025-Feb 15, 2026・16:00-23:00・Gyoko-dori Ave Illuminations 16:00 – 24:00, Nov 28 – Dec 25 only
Price
Free
Location
Tokyo Station area and Marunouchi-Nakadori Ave
Yunth Midtown Ice Rink
The Yunth Midtown Ice Rink is Tokyo’s largest outdoor ice skating rink and will be open from November 21 to February 23.
Date & Time
Nov 21, 2025-Feb 23, 2026・11:00-21:00・closed on January 1; last entry at 20:00
Price
starting at ¥1400
Location
Tokyo Midtown Grass Square
Ashigakubo Icicle Illuminations
Stretching for around 200 meters, the Ashigakubo Icicle Illuminations are a gorgeous display of winter beauty and colorful lights.
Date & Time
Jan 08-Feb 23・17:00-20:00
Price
Location
Ashigakubo Icicles
Hibiya Magic Time Illuminations 2025
The streets of Hibiya welcomes guests to experience the magic of holiday illuminations, including a special collaboration with Zootopia.
Date & Time
Nov 13, 2025-Feb 28, 2026・16:00-23:00
Price
Free
Location
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya Step Plaza
Atré Ueno Panda Carnival
As Ueno Zoo’s beloved pandas prepare to return to China, the Panda Carnival will feature an exhibition, panda-themed products and menu items.
Date & Time
Jan 02-Feb 28
Price
Free
Location
Atre Ueno
Yebisu Garden Place Illumination 2025-2026
This spot exudes luxury and charm, highlighted by one of the world’s largest Baccarat crystal chandeliers, featuring thousands of crystals and lights. The area also boasts a magnificent Christmas tree and a festive European-style market, creating an elegant holiday atmosphere.
Date & Time
Nov 8, 2025-Mar 1, 2026・16:00-23:00・From 17:00 on November 8
Price
Free
Location
Yebisu Garden Place
Tokyo Skytree Town Strawberry Fair
Savor strawberry season at Tokyo Skytree Town’s Strawberry Fair, with over 90 shops offering sweets, creative dishes and strawberry merch.
Date & Time
Jan 09-Mar 01
Price
Free
Location
Tokyo Skytree Town
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Yomiuriland Jewellumination
Yomiuriland will have its 16th season of illuminations from October 23 to April 5 with fountain shows, food and merchandise.
Date & Time
Oct 23, 2025-Apr 5, 2026
Price
¥1800 for adults (admission only); ¥5900 for adult day pass (all-you-can-ride)
Location
Yomiuriland
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Sanrio Puroland Illumination Christmas
Sanrio Puroland will be celebrating the holidays with new shows, character greetings, merchandise and food from November 7 to December 25.
Date & Time
Nov 7, 2025-Dec 31, 2026
Price
starting at ¥4300
Location
Sanrio Puroland
‘Your Name’ 10th Anniversary Makoto Shinkai Film Concert
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of ‘Your Name,’ the music of Makoto Shinkai’s films performed live by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Date & Time
Feb 06-07
Price
¥11000
Location
Tokyo International Forum Hall A
Chopper’s Cafe One Piece Collaboration Pop-Up
One Piece’s popular character Tony Tony Chopper will host a collaboration cafe inside Shibuya 109 from December 24 to February 1.
Date & Time
Dec 24, 2025-Feb 1, 2026
Price
¥660 reservation fee
Location
BOX cafe & space SHIBUYA 109
Look Back Anime Movie Exhibition
Azabudai Hills Gallery will host a special exhibition exploring the development of Look Back, a film which has received worldwide acclaim.
Date & Time
Jan 16-Mar 29・10:00-18:00・last entry at 17:30
Price
¥2500 for adults; ¥1700 for junior high school students and under.
Location
Azabudai Hills Gallery
Ghost in the Shell: The Exibition
Tokyo Node will host first ever large-scale exhibition solely dedicated to Ghost in the Shell, covering nearly 30 years of the franchise.
Date & Time
Jan 30-Apr 05・Last admission: 30 minutes before closing each day
Price
adults: ¥2700, high school and junior high school students: ¥1900, elementary school students: ¥1200
Location
Tokyo Node Toranomon Hills
West Japan Golden Route Pop-Up at Engawa Asakusa
Running for a limited time at Engawa Asakusa, this pop-up shop brings together food, drinks and regional specialties from west Japan.
Date & Time
Feb 20-Mar 06
Price
Free
Location
Engawa Asakusa
Highball Happy Hour at The Tavern – Grill & Lounge
Experience the Highball Happy Hour at The Tavern – Grill & Lounge on the 51st floor of the hotel Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills.
Date & Time
Jan 05-Feb 28・17:00-20:00
Price
¥990 During Happy Hour
Location
The Tavern – Grill & Lounge
More Info
Prices are inclusive of consumption tax and subject to a 15% service charge.
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills Launches ‘The Nostalgic Soul of Tokyo Today’
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills is launching its newest cultural stay package, “The Nostalgic Soul of Tokyo Today.”
Date & Time
Sep 22, 2025-Mar 15, 2026
Price
Rates start from: ¥125,000 per room per night (excluding service charge and taxes)
Location
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills
More Info
A minimim two-night stay is required
Strawberry Afternoon Set (for two people)
Strawberry Afternoon Tea at ANA InterContinental Tokyo
Available until May 31, 2026, the Atrium Lounge at ANA InterContinental Tokyo presents a sumptuous Strawberry Afternoon Tea menu.
Date & Time
Dec 27, 2025-May 31, 2026・11:00-19:30・2-hour limit. Last order 30 min before end
Price
¥8,500 per person (including consumption tax and service charge)
Location
The Atrium Lounge at ANA InerContinental Tokyo
More Info
¥9,600 with special “Strawberry Quartz” drink
Strawberry Afternoon Tea at Gallery 11
Until the end of May, guests at Gallery 11 can experience a delightful afternoon tea set with a playful twist on a skateboard.
Date & Time
Jan 05-May 31・11:30-22:00・Last order 20:00
Price
¥6,000
Location
Gallery 11
More Info
Tax and service charge included
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