12 Creative Events Happening in Tokyo This November

Looking for the best creative events in Tokyo this November? From art exhibitions and design markets, to live music and workshops, Tokyo has plenty to explore as autumn rolls around.

Tokyo’s creative scene extends far beyond the major museums and concert venues. Independent artists, designers, musicians, and local communities are constantly creating new spaces to discover, with events taking place across the city.

We’ve selected 12 creative events happening in Tokyo in November 2026, showcasing exhibitions, festivals and experiences worth adding to your calendar. Whether you are a creative living in Tokyo, or are just visiting this month, this guide will help you discover something new and experience the heartbeat of Tokyo’s creative culture.

Nov 1 - Nov 3

A three-day outdoor music event in Nihonbashi featuring jazz and a diverse range of musical styles. Artists of different nationalities and backgrounds, active around the world, come together for live performances spanning jazz, soul, and funk, alongside DJ sets and open mic sessions. Under the theme "Travelling Without Moving," the event offers an opportunity to experience diverse cultures and perspectives through music.

Nov 2 - Nov 8

A seven-day art festival transforming the streets and public spaces of Shibuya into a platform for creativity. Featuring 13 diverse art programs, the festival brings together contemporary art, interactive installations, projection mapping, public art, and participatory experiences. Through exhibitions and activities across the city, it explores the relationship between urban spaces, art, and the people who experience them.

Nov 3

A participatory ZINE-making event celebrating the 7th anniversary of Shibuya Scramble Square. Five local businesses and creators based in Shibuya come together to share their work and stories. Visitors can explore the venue, collect pages created by the participants, and bind them into their own one-of-a-kind ZINE. Through conversations and hands-on experiences, the event offers a new way to discover the people and creative culture of Shibuya.

Nov 3

A one-day cultural festival curated by Japanese R&B artist SIRUP, bringing together music, fashion, art, and street culture in Harajuku. Featuring live performances by artists including Crystal Kay, JASMINE, and SIRUP, alongside DJ sets, talk sessions, jam sessions, and creative workshops such as beatmaking and screen printing. Under the theme "Culture Crossing," the festival creates opportunities for people from different backgrounds and generations to connect through music and creativity.

Nov 5 - Nov 15

A group exhibition featuring eight illustrators, each capturing the landscapes of Tokyo from their own perspective. From charming backstreets and bustling tourist destinations to nostalgic neighbourhoods, bus stops in Aoyama, and fireworks lighting up the night sky, the exhibition presents diverse interpretations of the city through different illustration styles. Visitors can discover both familiar and unexpected sides of Tokyo through the artists' unique perspectives.

Nov 5 - Nov 8

An international short film festival showcasing over 50 selected films from around the world, including award-winning works and potential Academy Award nominees. The program features a wide range of genres, from drama and animation to horror and thrillers, alongside special screenings highlighting female filmmakers and AI-generated films. Through screenings, talks, and industry programs, the festival offers opportunities to discover diverse perspectives and explore new possibilities in filmmaking.

Online screenings are also available from November 9 to 22.

Nov 6

An annual design seminar organised by Too Corporation, bringing together professionals from leading Japanese companies to explore the evolving role of design. Under the theme "Crossing Boundaries," the event features seven sessions with speakers from Calbee, Canon, Takara Tomy, Tanseisha, Toyota, PARTY, and Magazine House. Through discussions on creative challenges, decision-making, and collaboration across disciplines, participants can gain insights into design practices and career development. The program also includes mini seminars, exhibitions, and a networking session.

Nov 7

A one-day cultural event in Toranomon bringing together music, fashion, food, and creative communities. Visitors can move freely between TORANOMON MARCHÉ and WCB The Room, enjoying live performances by Ryohu, in-d, and Joe Cupertino, alongside DJ sets featuring Aru-2, DJ Quietstorm, and others. The event also features a flea market with fashion items selected by stylists, designers, and other creatives, offering a space where different cultures and communities come together.

Nov 8

A hands-on customization workshop hosted by PATCH&PLAY, an embroidery and clothing repair shop based in Harajuku, as part of WITH HARAJUKU's 6th anniversary celebration. Participants can choose from a selection of patches designed by creators and combine them on a drawstring pouch or tote bag to create their own personalised item. The workshop offers an opportunity to explore self-expression through everyday objects, with completed items ready to take home.

Nov 8

A hands-on workshop exploring the relationship between materials, scent, and everyday living. Participants create their own aroma stones using Conture's Dry Cement, a porous material that absorbs and gradually releases fragrance. The event also introduces three original fragrances developed exclusively for suha Asagaya in collaboration with perfumer fog. Participants can take home their handmade aroma stones, along with a small lifestyle product and a seasonal drink.

Nov 14 - Nov 29

An annual film festival in Tama, Tokyo, celebrating cinema through a diverse program of screenings, filmmaker talks, and awards. The festival highlights emerging Japanese filmmakers through its TAMA NEW WAVE competition and special screenings of independent films. The opening weekend features "Aru Shiten," a program introducing new perspectives and creative approaches from up-and-coming directors. The festival also hosts the TAMA Film Awards, recognising achievements in Japanese cinema.

Nov 15

A one-day music festival organised by cultural media platform NiEW, bringing together 44 artists across seven live music venues in Shibuya. The lineup features a diverse range of genres, including indie rock, alternative pop, hip-hop, and electronic music, with performances by Sunny Day Service, DYGL, BREIMEN, maya ongaku, and more. Building on the free monthly live music series exPoP!!!!!, which began in 2007, the festival creates opportunities to discover emerging artists and connect with Tokyo's independent music scene.

Tokyo's creative scene is always evolving, with new ideas, collaborations, and spaces emerging across the city. There's always more to discover.