![路線ガイド[ぴっくあっぷ]](../images/title_jp.svg)
The 40th Kappabashi Kitchenware Festival
This event is held once a year in a shopping district known for its specialty stores selling cooking equipment, tableware, and other food-related kitchenware. This year marks its 40th edition. People come not only from across Japan, but also from overseas, all looking for kitchenware they can’t find anywhere else.
13-min. walk from Asakusa Station on the Toei Asakusa Line
Period: October 7 (Tuesday) to October 13 (Monday, national holiday)
Operating hours: 10:00–17:00
Location: Tokyo Kappabashi Dougu Street Promotion Union Office member shops and Taito Lifelong Learning Center
Inquiries: Tokyo Kappabashi Dougu Street Promotion Union Office 03-3844-1225
The 65th Kanda Antique Book Festival
One of the world’s largest used book districts, Kanda Jimbocho, will once again be packed with people and books for this major annual event. Throughout the festival, a variety of events take place, drawing not only used book lovers but also many tourists.
Right near Jimbocho Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line and the Toei Mita Line
Period: October 24 (Friday) to November 3 (Monday, national holiday)
Operating hours: 10:00–18:00 (until 17:00 on November 3)
Location: Jimbocho 1st and 2nd districts, Chiyoda City, and the sidewalks along Yasukuni Street
Inquiries: Kanda Old Bookstore League 03-3293-0161
Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum
This lush garden in the heart of the city, perfectly blending with the Art Deco-style building, is made up of three areas: a lawn garden, a Japanese garden, and a Western-style garden. Here you can enjoy the changing beauty of the seasons, from cherry blossoms to autumn leaves.
Front exterior, Main Building, Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum (Image courtesy of: Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum)
“Timeless Art Deco with Van Cleef & Arpels High Jewelry” Poster (Image courtesy of: Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum)
6-min. walk from Shirokanedai Station on the Toei Mita Line
Operating hours: 10:00–18:00 (last entry at 17:30)
Closed days: Mondays (or the following weekday if Monday is a national holiday), and during the New Year holidays.
Admission fee: 200 yen (admission fee to the garden) *Admission fees for the museum vary depending on the exhibition.
*From October to March, some paths in the Japanese garden are open from 10:00–16:30.
Address: 5-21-9 Shirokanedai, Minato City
Inquiries: 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)
Toneri Park
One of the largest parks in Tokyo, its highlight is a row of over 200 Metasequoia trees that start turning autumn colors around mid-November. You can also enjoy the vibrant colors of Kochia, dahlias, chrysanthemums, and other flowers in full bloom.
Right near Toneri-koen Station on the Nippori-Toneri Liner
Period: Open year-round
Admission fee: Free (some facilities may charge a fee)
Address: 1-1 Tonerikoen, Adachi City
Inquiries: Toneri Park Service Center 03-3857-2308
Nippon National Products Exhibition 2025
This year’s event is set to be another “massive expo featuring one of Japan’s largest food courts.” Enjoy the flavors of autumn with around 200 vendors from across the country and over 1,000 seats in the dining area!
4-min. walk from Higashi-ikebukuro-yonchome Stop on the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line)
Period: November 21 (Friday) to 23 (Sunday)
Operating hours: 10:00–19:00 (last entry at 18:00)
Address: Sunshine City Exhibition Halls A and B, 3-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima City. *Free admission
Nippon National Products Exhibition Registration Office 03-3868-2880
Tokyobike Bike Rental Service
If “mountain bikes” are made for trails, “Tokyobikes” are made for riding around the city. You can rent these bikes, which are designed to let you enjoy the sights and smells of the city. They’re perfect for long-distance cycling in the autumn!
5-min. walk from Kiyosumi-shirakawa Station on the Toei Oedo Line
Operating hours: Weekdays 11:00–17:30 / Weekends and holidays 10:00–17:30
Closed days: Mondays and Tuesdays
Admission fee: Rental fee: 2,500 yen/unit per day Rentals available for multiple days as well.
*Reservations accepted starting 30 days in advance.
Address: 3-7-2 Miyoshi, Koto City
Inquiries: 03-6458-8198