December in Tokyo is packed with creativity — from art and design to music, publishing, and emerging technology. Exhibitions, markets, and festivals bring together creators from Japan and abroad, offering countless chances to discover new ideas and forms of expression across the city. In this article, we’re highlighting 7 creative events in Tokyo worth visiting this December, curated across different genres. Whether you’re a designer, a freelance creative, or someone simply looking for fresh inspiration, consider this your guide to the season’s most exciting cultural happenings. Photo by Andres Jasso
1. INSPIRE TOKYO 2025
Date：2025/12/5(Fri) - 7(Sun) Location：Yoyogi Park Details： https://www.j-wave.co.jp/special/inspiretokyo/ A city-focused culture festival hosted by J-WAVE, featuring live performances from some of today’s most talked-about artists. The event also offers special programs and a vibrant market.
2. Ikebana International Fair 2025
Date：2025/12/10(Wed) Location：Hotel New Otani Details： https://ikebanatokyo.or.jp/event/fair/ikebana-international-fair-2025/ Ikebana International Fair 2025 is a celebration of traditional Japanese flower arrangement art. Experience where Japanese flower culture meets Hungarian lace embroidery in this special gathering of global creativity. A cultural celebration honoring the artistic traditions we pass to future generations.
3. Hakuten Open Studio 2025
Date：2025/12/10(Wed) - 13(Sat) Location：HAKUTEN T-BASE Details：https://hos.hakuten.co.jp/ HAKUTEN, a company specializing in experiential marketing, is opening up its year of creative work in a public showcase. Under the theme “Shared Thought,” the exhibition highlights projects and designs built around human connection .
4. Tokyo Art Book Fair
Date：2025/12/11(Thu) - 14(Sun), 19(Fri) - 21(Sun) Location：Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo Details：https://tokyoartbookfair.com/ Asia’s largest fair dedicated to art publishing brings together forward-thinking publishers, independent artists, and one-of-a-kind printed works. With diverse booths and special programs throughout the venue, it’s a place to experience the ever-evolving world of art books up close.
5. CREATORS MATCH FESTA 2025
Date：2025/12/12(Fri) Location：Shibuya Details：https://c-m.co.jp/contents/events/2025/festa_2025/ A real-world networking event designed to support creators in building their careers and forming new connections. As generative AI reshapes the creative landscape, the event aims to empower creators who want to grow through this period of change.
6. CCBT Renewal Open Event
Date：2025/12/13(Sat) Location：Harajuku Details：https://renewal.ccbt.rekibun.or.jp/ja An event held in conjunction with the Harajuku renewal of CCBT, a hub that opens up creativity to society through art and technology. Through exhibitions, performances, talks, and workshops, the program fosters collaboration among diverse creators and practitioners.
7. Cozy Sessions
Date：2025/12/13(Sat) Location：Nakameguro Details：https://www.instagram.com/m00ndahlia/ Moondahlia presents a Tiny Desk–esque intimate live session. Cozy Sessions is a new live series debuting at Nakameguro Taproom, in collaboration with Made in Japan Podcast. A warm evening where sound and atmosphere blend into something quietly special.