Kichijoji
Inokashira Park, harmonica-alley bars, and west-Tokyo ease
Kichijoji regularly tops the surveys of where Tokyoites actually want to live, and an afternoon here shows you why. Inokashira Park has swan boats and buskers, Harmonica Yokocho packs dozens of micro-bars into a former black market, and the whole place runs at a friendlier speed than the city centre.
Kichijoji tops Tokyo's most-livable-neighbourhood polls nearly every year, and a single afternoon explains why. Inokashira Park has the swan boats and buskers, there's a covered shopping arcade, the Ghibli Museum sits on the park's far edge, and Harmonica Yokocho, a post-war market alley, flips from daytime shopping to lantern-lit drinking as the sun goes down.
It's on the Chuo Line's rapid service, about fifteen minutes from Shinjuku, which makes it the easiest taste of Tokyo's residential west. Pair the park in daylight with the yokocho after dark. If you've got Ghibli tickets (book on the 10th of the month prior, they vanish in minutes), build the day around them.
Kichijoji in photos
Getting there
JR Chuo Line rapid from Shinjuku (about 15 minutes) or Keio Inokashira Line express from Shibuya (about 17 minutes). The park is five minutes from the south exit.
What to see
Inokashira Park is the reason to come, so give it a full lap. The pond has swan pedal boats, rowboats and a shoreline path that takes about half an hour end to end. The small zoo is on the western side, and there's a shrine to Benzaiten on an island you reach by a red bridge. Buskers, portrait artists and craft sellers work the pond edge on weekends. On weekdays it belongs to dog walkers and people reading on benches. In late March the trees around the water make it one of western Tokyo's best hanami spots, and the boats are all out by mid-morning, so don't leave it late if you want one.
Keep walking through the park's southern half and the woodland thins toward Mitaka, where the Ghibli Museum sits on the park's edge. Tickets go on sale on the tenth of the month before and sell out fast, and the museum closes on Tuesdays, so it's a plan-ahead stop, not somewhere you wander into. Back at the station, the covered arcade north of the JR tracks and the side streets fanning out from it show you the everyday version of Kichijoji, all independent shops and small galleries. Harmonica Yokocho, wedged against the station's north exit, is worth a daylight walk-through too. You'll see the fish shops and the alley grid before it turns into a drinking district after dark.
Where to eat and drink
Harmonica Yokocho is the whole answer to where to drink, and a good part of the answer to where to eat. It's a grid of alleys just off the north exit of Kichijoji station, each barely wide enough for two people, lined with counters that seat six to eight. Six in the evening is the moment. The daytime fishmongers are still trading while the first izakayas switch on their lanterns, and the standing sushi bar near the north entrance is the best value dinner in the neighbourhood. From there, drift. Natural wine bars, yakitori counters and shochu stands share walls, and nobody expects you to stay put. Bring cash, and don't expect a seat everywhere.
By day the choice widens. The streets around the station are full of the small cafes, bakeries and ramen counters that make Kichijoji feel lived-in rather than visited, and the shops along the park approach south of the station are set up for putting together a lunch to eat by the pond in Inokashira Park. That's how locals do it. Something takeaway, a bench by the water, then back toward the station when the light goes. Don't pick by reputation here. Queue length and smell will steer you better.
Where to stay
Kichijoji is a residential neighbourhood first, so there isn't much hotel stock. There are a few mid-range business hotels close to the station's north exit and a handful of small apartment rentals in the streets toward the park. It suits you if you want to wake up somewhere Tokyoites would choose to live, walk to Inokashira Park before breakfast and treat central Tokyo as a fifteen-minute Chuo Line rapid ride rather than a base. Families with Ghibli Museum tickets are the obvious fit, and so are repeat visitors who've done the Shinjuku and Shibuya hotel routine and want quiet evenings. On a first trip with a packed east-side itinerary, the commute adds up. Stay in Shinjuku and come to Kichijoji for a day out.
How to do it in a day
Take the Chuo Line rapid from Shinjuku mid-morning and leave by the south exit, where the park approach runs straight to the water. Rent a rowboat or swan boat on the pond in Inokashira Park before the crowds gather, then walk the full shoreline path. If you've booked tickets, carry on through the woods to the Ghibli Museum for an early afternoon slot. If not, loop the zoo side of the pond and come back up to the station for lunch in the streets around the arcade. Give the mid-afternoon to the independent shops north of the tracks. By six, be at Harmonica Yokocho for the changeover hour. Standing sushi first, then a second and third stop as the lanterns come on and the alleys fill. The last Chuo Line train back to Shinjuku is late enough that you don't need to watch the clock, and the Keio Inokashira Line runs straight to Shibuya if the night's heading that way.
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Local events in the next 30 days, read from the ward, park and organiser pages each one links to.
KAIJIN Exhibition 2026 Exhibition
On now, until 27 Oct · Libest Gallery Sou
A display and sale of figure sculptures by the artist Kaijin, with rough sketches and illustrations.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · KAIJIN EXHIBITION 2026
Kazuki Aoyama: Scenes in Watercolour Exhibition
27 Oct to 1 Nov · Gallery KAZE
A watercolour exhibition by Kazuki Aoyama at Gallery KAZE near Kichijoji Station.
Map · Source: Gallery Kaze · 青山一樹展『水彩でえがく情景』
Kumakichi Expo 4 Exhibition
27 Oct to 1 Nov · Kichijoji Gallery
A wood carving exhibition at Kichijoji Gallery beside Inokashira Park.
12:00 to 19:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Kichijoji Gallery · くま吉万博４
Yoshikawa Goemon: Moon of the Alley Exhibition
27 Oct to 8 Nov · Libest Gallery Yuu
An exhibition of imaginary creatures made from sponge and metal.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 16:30 on the last day) · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · ヨシカワゴエモン -ロジウラノツキ-
Origami Halloween Exhibition
Wed 28 Oct · Inokashira Park Zoo
An origami Halloween session in the meeting room on the second floor of the archive building at Inokashira Park Zoo.
from 13:30 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 折り紙ハロウィン
umeda sorlo Exhibition: Shight Exhibition
28 Oct to 1 Nov · Yume no Gallery Kichijoji
An exhibition at a rental gallery in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 19:00 (to 16:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Yume no Gallery · umeda sorlo exhibtion「Shight」
Cute de Cool Exhibition Exhibition
30 Oct to 10 Nov · Libest Gallery Sou
A group exhibition held in the gallery in place of the usual Kiharafes event.
12:00 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · Cute de Cool 『キュート・デ・クール展』
Origami Four Seasons: Kamikii 11th Anniversary Exhibition Exhibition
30 Oct to 1 Nov · Machimachi Shorin Books & Gallery Kichijoji
An origami exhibition in the gallery at the back of the bookshop.
12:34 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Machimachi Shorin · おりがみ春夏秋冬 カミキィ折り紙11周年記念展
Sleepy Sheep Exhibition: RETRACE Exhibition
30 Oct to 10 Nov · Gallery IRO
An exhibition by Sleepy Sheep at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 18:00 (closed 4 and 5 Nov) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · Sleepy Sheep Exhibition RETRACE
The World of Kito Masato Exhibition
30 Oct to 12 Nov · Libest Plaza
A solo exhibition with an opening reception on 31 October and live music by Keepaneez and Kito Ryo.
12:00 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · 鬼頭正人の世界
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Eftee Exhibition: The Sea Exhibition
Sat 31 Oct, Mon 2 Nov, Tue 3 Nov · Gallery Kashigoya
A small exhibition on a sea theme at the Gallery Kashigoya rental gallery in Kichijoji.
Map · Source: Gallery Kashigoya · えふてぃー展 -海-
Kimiko Nishisaka Solo Exhibition: PLAIN Exhibition
31 Oct to 3 Nov · Gallery IRO
A solo exhibition by Kimiko Nishisaka at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
11:00 to 19:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · PLAIN にしさかきみこ個展
Musashino Mu Festa Festival
Sat 31 Oct · Kichijoji Kita-guchi Heiwa-dori
A fire safety festival on the street north of Kichijoji Station with a disaster VR vehicle, shake simulator, fire engine display and a fire band parade.
13:30 to 16:00 · Map · Source: Tokyo Fire Department · 【武蔵野消防署】第19回ムーフェスタ参加のお知らせ
Mushishi Exhibition Tokyo Return Show FINAL Exhibition
31 Oct to 30 Nov · Gallery Zenon
A manga exhibition on Mushishi at Gallery Zenon, which is run by the publisher Coamix, closed on Tuesdays except 3 November.
11:00 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Gallery Zenon · 蟲師展 東京凱旋展／FINAL
Cultural Property Week Keeper's Guide: Tsushima Marten Exhibition
Sun 1 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
A keeper's talk in front of the Tsushima marten enclosure at Inokashira Park Zoo.
from 16:00 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 東京文化財ウィーク 飼育係の天然記念物ガイド「ツシマテンのおはなし」
Kichijoji PARCO Rooftop Flea Market Market
Sun 1 Nov, Sat 14 Nov, Sun 6 Dec · Kichijoji PARCO rooftop
A flea market on the rooftop of Kichijoji PARCO on three dates, 1 and 14 November and 6 December.
Map · Source: Tokyo Recycle Movement Citizens' Association · 吉祥寺パルコ屋上〈MOTTAINAI〉 フリーマーケット
Mini Festival in Higashi-Kichijoji Festival
Sun 1 Nov · Kichijoji Higashicho 1-12, former clinic site
A citizen-run mini festival on a city-owned plot in Higashi-Kichijoji, with games, a free baked sweet potato giveaway and food trucks.
11:00 to 16:00 · Map · Source: Musashino City · ミニフェスat吉祥寺東町 みんなでやってみた空き地チャレンジ!
Autumn Stamp Rally: Wonders of Evolution, Continued Exhibition
On now, until 6 Dec · Inokashira Park Zoo
A stamp rally across the main zoo and the aquatic animal garden at Inokashira Park Zoo.
09:30 to 17:00 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 秋のスタンプラリー「続・しんかのふしぎ」
Cultural Properties Week Guide Tour: Natural Monument Animals of Japan's Islands Exhibition
Tue 3 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
A special guide tour about natural monument animals living on Japanese islands, starting in front of the museum building in the main zoo.
11:00 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 東京文化財ウィーク 特別ガイドツアー「日本の島にすむ天然記念物の動物たち」
Cultural Properties Week Guide Tour: Natural Monument Animals of the Waterside Exhibition
Tue 3 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
A special guide tour about natural monument animals living near water, starting in front of the Aquatic Life Building in the aquatic branch.
13:00 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 東京文化財ウィーク 特別ガイドツアー「水辺にすむ天然記念物の動物たち」
Feeding Time: Goats Exhibition
On now, until 24 Apr · Inokashira Park Zoo
A goat feeding session at the livestock barn of Inokashira Park Zoo.
11:45 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · みてみてえさの時間だよ:ヤギ
Inokashira Thanksgiving Festival Festival
Tue 3 Nov · Inokashira Park, outdoor stage plaza
The art markets' yearly thanksgiving festival on the outdoor stage plaza in Inokashira Park, cancelled in rain.
Free, no booking · 11:00 to 16:00 · Map · Source: Inokashira Park Art Markets · アートマーケッツ『井の頭感謝祭2026』
Kichijoji Christmas Illumination Illumination
3 Nov to 25 Dec · Kichijoji Station North Exit rotary
Christmas lights at the rotary outside the north exit of Kichijoji Station.
Free · Map · Source: Kichijoji shopping streets · 吉祥寺Xmasイルミネーション
KONAE and ARADOMO Exhibition: COMBI Exhibition
On now, until 3 Nov · Gallery IRO
A two-artist exhibition by KONAE and ARADOMO at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 18:00 (closed 27, 28 and 29 Oct) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · KONAE and ARADOMO Exhibition COMBI
Mitaka Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum 30th anniversary exhibition Exhibition
On now, until 7 Mar · Mitaka Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum
An exhibition on the history of the building for the 30th anniversary of the Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum.
Map · Source: Mitaka City Arts and Culture Foundation halls · 企画展 三鷹市山本有三記念館開館30周年 建物の記録と記憶
Onomatopoeia: Beloved Things Exhibition
3 to 8 Nov · Kichijoji Gallery
An exhibition at Kichijoji Gallery beside Inokashira Park.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Kichijoji Gallery · オノマトペ〜愛しきものたち〜
Seibo sculpture garden exhibition: portraits of great figures Exhibition
On now, until 4 Apr · Inokashira Park Zoo, sculpture garden
An exhibition of Seibo Kitamura's portrait sculptures of historical figures in the sculpture garden of Inokashira Park Zoo.
Zoo admission · 09:30 to 16:30 · Map · Source: Inokashira Park Zoo · 「西望偉人伝」彫刻園企画展
Shinichi and Satsuki Two-Person Show: Reminiscence Exhibition
3 to 8 Nov · Gallery KAZE
A two-person exhibition by Shinichi and Satsuki at Gallery KAZE near Kichijoji Station.
Map · Source: Gallery Kaze · 真一・早月 ふたり展『追憶』
Hirota Kenichi 3rd Railway Photo Exhibition: Memories Around Fuchu-Hommachi Exhibition
4 to 8 Nov · Machimachi Shorin Books & Gallery Kichijoji
A railway photography exhibition in the bookshop gallery.
12:34 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Machimachi Shorin · 第3回廣田兼一鉄道写真展 思い出の府中本町界隈撮りある記
Sui Solo Exhibition Exhibition
4 to 8 Nov · Yume no Gallery Kichijoji
A solo exhibition at a rental gallery in Kichijoji.
Map · Source: Yume no Gallery · すい個展
Gems and Jewelry: Tomo and nayobica World Exhibition
6 to 8 Nov · Gallery IRO
An exhibition of gems and jewelry by Tomo and nayobica at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 20:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · Gems & Jewelry Tomo & nayobica world
Naomi Matsukawa Solo Exhibition: new life Exhibition
6 to 10 Nov · Gallery IRO
A solo exhibition by Naomi Matsukawa at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · 松河直美 個展 new life
Autumn Evenings at Inokashira Park Zoo (Chotto Odekake Aki no Yonaga) Garden
7 to 8 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo (zoo and aquatic garden)
Inokashira Park Zoo stays open until 20:00 for two November evenings, with night animal guides, music by guest artists and the Seibo sculpture garden lit up.
Regular zoo admission · Open until 20:00 (entry 9:30 to 19:00); crossing between the zoo and the aquatic garden until 19:00 · Map · Source: Inokashira Park Zoo (Tokyo Zoological Park Society) · 井の頭自然文化園「ちょっとおでかけ 秋の夜長の自然文化園」
Keeper's Talk Relay: Fennec Foxes Exhibition
Sat 7 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
A short keeper's talk about fennec foxes in front of their enclosure in the main zoo.
11:00 to 11:10 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · アフリカフェアにつなげ!飼育係のお話&連携企画リレー～アフリカの動物の魅力を知ろう～「フェネックのおはなし」
Keeper's Talk Relay: Meerkats Exhibition
Sat 7 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
A short keeper's talk about meerkats in front of the meerkat enclosure in the main zoo.
10:30 to 10:40 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · アフリカフェアにつなげ!飼育係のお話&連携企画リレー～アフリカの動物の魅力を知ろう～「ミーアキャットのおはなし」
Ohtori Festival (Tori-no-ichi) at Musashino Hachimangu Market
The days of the rooster in November. Next: Sat 7 Nov · Musashino Hachimangu
Kumade rake stalls and festival stalls fill Kichijoji's shrine on the rooster days of November.
Free · 10:00 to 22:00 · Map · Source: Kichijoji official site (Kichijoji Revitalisation Council) · 武蔵野八幡宮 大酉祭（酉の市）
Sculpture Guide: A Little Night Museum Exhibition
Sat 7 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
An evening guided walk through the sculpture garden, meeting at the entrance of the Atelier building.
18:45 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 秋の夜長の自然文化園 彫刻ガイド「ちょっとナイト・ミュージアム」
Autumn Evening Concert in Front of Komorebi Shop Performance
Sun 8 Nov · Inokashira Park Zoo
An evening concert in front of the Komorebi shop in the main zoo, moved to Sculpture Hall B in rain.
18:00 to 19:30 · Map · Source: 井の頭自然文化園 · 秋の夜長の自然文化園 こもれび前コンサート「ちょっと秋風そよぐ演奏会」
Harmonica Yokocho Morning Market Market
Sun 8 Nov · Harmonica Yokocho Chuo-dori, north exit of Kichijoji Station
A monthly morning market with around fifty small shops on the main street of Harmonica Yokocho, held on the second Sunday of each month.
Free · 08:00 to 11:00 · Map · Source: Harmonica Yokocho Chuo-dori Asaichi Executive Committee · ハモニカ横丁中央通り朝市【毎月第2日曜日】
Biten Art Exhibition Exhibition
10 to 12 Nov · Gallery KAZE
A group art exhibition at Gallery KAZE near Kichijoji Station.
Map · Source: Gallery Kaze · 『美展-BITEN-』
Both Sides, presented by A4 Gallery Exhibition
10 to 22 Nov · Libest Gallery Yuu
A show bringing together four artists working in Tokyo and Bangkok.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · 『ウラオモテ Both Sides』presented by A4 Gallery
Four-Person Show Exhibition
10 to 15 Nov · Kichijoji Gallery
A four-person exhibition at Kichijoji Gallery beside Inokashira Park.
12:00 to 19:00 (from 13:00 on the first day, to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Kichijoji Gallery · 4人展
Fuko Aikawa Solo Exhibition: Midnight Conversation Exhibition
11 to 22 Nov · Hyakunen and Ichinichi
A solo exhibition by Fuko Aikawa shown at both the Hyakunen and Ichinichi bookshop galleries in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 20:00 (Ichinichi 12:00 to 19:00; to 16:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Hyakunen · 相川風子 個展「真夜中の会話」
Teshigoto Gurashi Exhibition Exhibition
11 to 15 Nov · Machimachi Shorin Books & Gallery Kichijoji
An exhibition in the bookshop gallery.
12:34 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Machimachi Shorin · テシゴトぐらし展
toubasa yuki Solo Exhibition: quartetto Exhibition
11 to 15 Nov · Yume no Gallery Kichijoji
A solo exhibition at a rental gallery in Kichijoji.
13:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Yume no Gallery · toubasa yuki 個展 ｢quartetto｣
Iro Enna Mono: Eri Coloured Pencil Solo Exhibition Exhibition
12 to 15 Nov · Gallery IRO
A solo exhibition of coloured pencil drawings by eri at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
11:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · いろ・えんなもの。~色鉛筆画展~ eri solo exhibition
Aoba Kanamori Calendar Original Art Exhibition Exhibition
13 to 15 Nov · Gallery IRO
An exhibition of original artworks for a calendar by Aoba Kanamori at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · 金森青葉 カレンダー原画展「アーモンドナッシュビル」
The Most Cosmic Art Exhibition in the World Exhibition
13 to 15 Nov · Gallery KAZE
An art exhibition on a space theme at Gallery KAZE near Kichijoji Station.
Map · Source: Gallery Kaze · 『世界で一番宇宙なアート展』
Nao Nakamura Illustration Exhibition Exhibition
Sun 15 Nov · Gallery Kashigoya
A one day illustration exhibition by Nao Nakamura at the Gallery Kashigoya rental gallery in Kichijoji.
Map · Source: Gallery Kashigoya · なかむらなおイラスト展
Kohei Print Studio Etching Workshop Exhibition Exhibition
18 to 22 Nov · Kichijoji Gallery
An exhibition of copperplate prints made in the Kohei Print Studio workshop, at Kichijoji Gallery beside Inokashira Park.
11:00 to 19:00 (to 16:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Kichijoji Gallery · 光平版画工房 銅版画ワークショップ展
SIDE STORY: tomokazu yoshida Exhibition Exhibition
18 to 22 Nov · Yume no Gallery Kichijoji
An exhibition at a rental gallery in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 17:00 (to 18:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Yume no Gallery · 『SIDE STORY』tomokazu yoshida exhibition
Adventure Library Original Art and Coloured Pencil Sketch Exhibition 2 Exhibition
19 to 23 Nov · Machimachi Shorin Books & Gallery Kichijoji
An exhibition of original picture-book art and coloured pencil sketches in the bookshop gallery.
12:34 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Machimachi Shorin · 「ぼうけん図書館」原画展＆色えんぴつスケッチ展２
Taiwan Retro Pop: ICHI Solo Exhibition and Hao Retro 2nd Anniversary Exhibition
19 to 23 Nov · Gallery IRO
A solo exhibition by ICHI on a Taiwan retro pop theme at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 17:00 · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · 台湾レトロポップ -ICHI個展・ハオレトロ２周年-
ATTITUDE: Group Show by Izutsu Hiroyuki, minomi and Ann O Exhibition
24 Nov to 6 Dec · Libest Gallery Yuu
A group exhibition by three artists who take girls as their shared motif.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Libest Gallery · 井筒啓之 / minomi / Ann O グループ展 「ATTITUDE」
Illustration Factory Exhibition: My Favourite Things Exhibition
24 to 29 Nov · Gallery KAZE
A group illustration exhibition at Gallery KAZE near Kichijoji Station.
Map · Source: Gallery Kaze · イラストファクトリー展 2026 〜私の好きな ◯◯ 〜
maco Solo Exhibition: Ghosts and Fallen Leaves Colony Exhibition
24 to 28 Nov · Yume no Gallery Kichijoji
A solo exhibition at a rental gallery in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 20:00 · Map · Source: Yume no Gallery · maco 個展 ｢ゴーストと落ち葉のコロニー｣
Takollection 2026: Hirai Tako Solo Exhibition Exhibition
25 to 29 Nov · Machimachi Shorin Books & Gallery Kichijoji
A solo exhibition by Hirai Tako in the bookshop gallery.
12:34 to 18:00 · Map · Source: Machimachi Shorin · Takollection 2026 平井たこ個展
Ayane Matsumoto Solo Exhibition: Isoiso Exhibition
26 to 29 Nov · Gallery IRO
A solo exhibition by Ayane Matsumoto at Gallery IRO in Kichijoji.
12:00 to 18:00 (to 17:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Gallery IRO · まつもとあやね個展 いそいそ
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73rd Mitaka Citizens Culture Festival: Art Exhibition Exhibition
27 Oct to 1 Nov · Mitaka City Art Gallery
A citizens art exhibition at the Mitaka City Art Gallery.
10:00 to 17:00 (until 16:00 on the last day) · Map · Source: Mitaka City · 第73回三鷹市市民文化祭 美術展
Culture Day Related Materials Display at Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum Exhibition
27 Oct to 1 Nov · Mitaka City Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum
A limited display of materials on Culture Day, including the Order of Culture, at the first floor of the Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum.
¥300 · 9:30 to 17:00 · Map · Source: Mitaka Foundation for Sports and Culture · 文化の日にまつわる資料公開（三鷹市山本有三記念館）
Kichijoji Kita Community Center Culture Festival Festival
Sat 31 Oct · Kichijoji Kita Community Center, Musashino
Annual culture festival at the Kichijoji Kita Community Center in Musashino.
10:30 to 15:30 · Map · Source: Kichijoji Kita Community Council · 吉祥寺北コミュニティセンター 文化祭
Sacred Voices of South India Performance
Sat 31 Oct · Musashino Civic Cultural Hall, Small Hall
A South Indian classical concert by the vocal duo Trichur Brothers with mridangam and kanjira, with reserved seating.
¥5,500 · 16:00 · Map · Source: Musashino City · 南インドの聖なる歌声
Culture Day Related Materials Display at Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum Exhibition
3 to 8 Nov · Mitaka City Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum
A limited display of materials on Culture Day, including the Order of Culture, at the first floor of the Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum.
¥300 · 9:30 to 17:00 · Map · Source: Mitaka Foundation for Sports and Culture · 文化の日にまつわる資料公開（三鷹市山本有三記念館）
Wolfgang Zerer Organ Recital Performance
Tue 3 Nov · Musashino Civic Cultural Hall, Small Hall
An organ recital by Wolfgang Zerer in the small hall of Musashino Civic Cultural Hall, with reserved seating.
¥2,500 · 15:00 · Map · Source: Musashino City · ヴォルフガング・ツェラー オルガン・リサイタル
Yoshimura Akira exhibition on the writer and Tanohata Village Exhibition
On now, until 11 Jan · Mitaka Yoshimura Akira Study
An exhibition on Mitaka writer Akira Yoshimura and Tanohata Village at the Yoshimura Akira Study.
Map · Source: Mitaka City Arts and Culture Foundation halls · 企画展示 没後20年・太宰治賞受賞60年 三鷹の作家・吉村昭と田野畑村
Night Museum at the Mitaka Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall Exhibition
Fri 6 Nov · Mitaka City Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall
Evening opening until 20:00 at the Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall, with an exhibition on the history of the 1926 building for its 30th anniversary.
09:30 to 20:00 · Map · Source: ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Festival of Culture and Arts) · ARTE TOKYO × NIGHT MUSEUM 三鷹市山本有三記念館
Night Museum at the Mitaka Yoshimura Akira Study Exhibition
Fri 6 Nov · Mitaka City Yoshimura Akira Study, Inokashira
Evening opening until 20:00 at the reconstructed study of writer Akira Yoshimura, with an exhibition on his ties to Tanohata Village.
10:00 to 20:00 · Map · Source: ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Festival of Culture and Arts) · ARTE TOKYO × NIGHT MUSEUM 三鷹市吉村昭書斎
73rd Mitaka Citizens Culture Festival: Calligraphy Exhibition Exhibition
10 to 15 Nov · Mitaka City Art Gallery
A citizens calligraphy exhibition at the Mitaka City Art Gallery.
10:00 to 17:00 (until 16:30 on the last day) · Map · Source: Mitaka City · 第73回三鷹市市民文化祭 書道展
Culture Day Related Materials Display at Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Museum Exhibition
10 to 15 Nov · Mitaka City Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum
A limited display of materials on Culture Day, including the Order of Culture, at the first floor of the Yuzo Yamamoto Memorial Museum.
¥300 · 9:30 to 17:00 · Map · Source: Mitaka Foundation for Sports and Culture · 文化の日にまつわる資料公開（三鷹市山本有三記念館）
33rd Station Front Community Festival Festival
14 to 15 Nov · Mitaka Ekimae Community Center
Community festival with a children's choir, film screening, science experiments, food stalls and exhibitions at the Mitaka Ekimae Community Center.
Map · Source: Mitaka City Community Centers · 第33回駅前コミュニティまつり
Pipe Organ from Age 0: Explore the Castle of Organ Performance
Sat 14 Nov · Musashino Civic Cultural Hall Small Hall
A pipe organ and soprano concert for toddlers, expectant parents and parents with children, with a Verdi toast song and Bach.
¥500 child, ¥500 adult · 10:30 · Map · Source: Musashino City · 0さいからのパイプオルガン ～オルガンのお城を探検しよう
Renjaku-dori Town Planning Information Corner Exhibition
14 to 20 Nov · Renjaku-dori beside Uotsuru, Mitaka
A display of activities and road widening information by the Renjaku-dori town planning council, beside Uotsuru on Renjaku-dori.
Free · Map · Source: Mitaka City · 連雀通りまちづくり情報コーナー2026
Mitaka Station Street Tree Illumination Illumination
15 Nov to 31 Jan · Streets round Mitaka Station south exit
Six shopping streets light the street trees by Mitaka Station from mid-November to the end of January.
Free · Evenings · Map · Source: Mitaka City, shopping street annual schedule · 三鷹駅前 街路樹イルミネーション
Tokyo Chokotto Sanpo: Edo waterworks history walk in Inokashira Park (guided walk in Japanese) Festival
Tue 17 Nov · Meeting point: Inokashira-koen Station (Keio Inokashira Line), Kichijoji
A guided walk of about 90 minutes run by the NPO Tokyo City Guide Club, in Japanese. Advance application through the club's form is required, and places are limited.
1,000 yen, paid on the day · 10:30 to 12:00 (meet 10 minutes earlier) · Map · Source: NPO Tokyo City Guide Club (東京シティガイドクラブ) · 井の頭公園で江戸の上水歴史さんぽ
Art Brut Mitaka 2026 (works by local artists with disabilities) Exhibition
18 to 23 Nov · Mitaka City Art Gallery (CORAL 5F) and two nearby venues
Exhibition of works by Mitaka residents with disabilities across three venues in front of Mitaka Station, with an artists talk on 18 Nov at 12:00.
Free · 10:30 to 18:30 at the gallery (from 13:00 on 18 Nov, to 16:00 on 23 Nov) · Map · Source: Mitaka City Sports and Culture Foundation · アール・ブリュットみたか 2026
Night Museum at the Mitaka Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall Exhibition
Fri 20 Nov · Mitaka City Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall
Evening opening until 20:00 at the Yamamoto Yuzo Memorial Hall, with an exhibition on the history of the 1926 building for its 30th anniversary.
09:30 to 20:00 · Map · Source: ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Festival of Culture and Arts) · ARTE TOKYO × NIGHT MUSEUM 三鷹市山本有三記念館
Night Museum at the Mitaka Yoshimura Akira Study Exhibition
Fri 20 Nov · Mitaka City Yoshimura Akira Study, Inokashira
Evening opening until 20:00 at the reconstructed study of writer Akira Yoshimura, with an exhibition on his ties to Tanohata Village.
10:00 to 20:00 · Map · Source: ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Festival of Culture and Arts) · ARTE TOKYO × NIGHT MUSEUM 三鷹市吉村昭書斎
Night Museum at the Musashino Kichijoji Art Museum Exhibition
Fri 20 Nov · Musashino City Kichijoji Art Museum
Evening opening until 19:30 at the Kichijoji Art Museum, with its Yozo Hamaguchi and Hideo Hagiwara memorial rooms.
10:00 to 19:30 · Map · Source: ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Festival of Culture and Arts) · ARTE TOKYO × NIGHT MUSEUM 武蔵野市立吉祥寺美術館
Akaboshi Tetsuma House Open Days Exhibition
21 to 22 Nov · Former Akaboshi Tetsuma Residence, Kichijoji
A limited public opening of the former Akaboshi Tetsuma residence, with the Western building of Hamake House open the same days. No application needed.
09:30 to 16:30 · Map · Source: Musashino City · 旧赤星鉄馬邸および濱家住宅西洋館 期間限定一般公開(令和8年11月21日、22日)
Hoshi Marche on Mitaka Chuo-dori Market
Sun 22 Nov · Mitaka Chuo-dori shopping street
An autumn market held by the Mitaka Chuo-dori shopping street south of Mitaka Station.
Free entry · Map · Source: Mitaka City, shopping street annual schedule · 星マルシェ
M-Marche on Mitaka Chuo-dori Market
The 4th Sunday of every month. Next: Sun 22 Nov · Mitaka Chuo-dori shopping street (Mitaka Station south exit)
The Mitaka Chuo-dori shopping street's market, held on the fourth Sunday of each month south of Mitaka Station.
Free entry · Map · Source: Mitaka City (Koho Mitaka, 21 June 2026) · M-マルシェ（協同組合三鷹中央通り商店会）
Live music in Kichijoji
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