If you are in Tokyo this week, you’ve picked a fantastic time to explore the city. Let’s walk through some of the best things listeners can do from today through the weekend, from loud rock shows to cozy Christmas markets.

For rock fans, tonight you can head to Zepp Haneda where legendary Japanese band Dir En Grey bring their TOUR25 Winding show to Tokyo. Japan Concert Tickets notes that this is a full-scale live set at a mid-sized venue right by Haneda Airport, making it easy to reach and perfect if listeners want an intense, theatrical metal experience to cap off the day.

If you prefer something more relaxed but still very “only in Tokyo,” Japan Travel highlights the Tokyo Christmas Market 2025, running through December 25. Set in central Tokyo, this market recreates a European-style holiday village with wooden stalls, mulled wine, hot chocolate, sausages, craft goods, and live performances. It’s ideal for an evening stroll, snapping illuminations, and soaking in a festive mood.

Beauty fans should check out something more offbeat: the MOTON pop-up event at @cosme Tokyo in Shinjuku. According to Iwafu, this limited-time pop-up runs from December 10 to 16 on the second floor of the flagship beauty store, showcasing MOTON grooming products and special promotions. It’s a fun stop if listeners want to discover Japanese skincare and haircare trends right where locals shop.

For art lovers, Tokyo Art Beat’s latest listings show dozens of exhibitions across the city, from cutting-edge contemporary work in Roppongi and Tennozu to photography and design in Shibuya and Ginza. Tokyo Art Beat is updated daily and is a great way for listeners to pick a neighborhood, then build a mini gallery hop around one or two standout shows.

This weekend, music takes over on a massive scale. Japan Concert Tickets reports that the Music Bank Global Festival 2025 lands at Japan National Stadium in Tokyo on December 13. This K-pop spectacular features huge names like Stray Kids, Ateez, Enhypen, Ive, Boynextdoor, Zerobaseone, Illit and more, all performing in one of the city’s most iconic outdoor arenas. Expect fan chants, light sticks, and an unforgettable stadium atmosphere.

To round things out, Japan Travel recommends the Oedo Antique Market, scheduled for Saturday, December 13. Held outdoors and considered one of Japan’s largest antique markets, it’s packed with vintage kimono, ceramics, old toys, prints, and curios from all over the country. It’s a perfect daytime activity before heading to illuminations or a concert at night.

Whether listeners chase mosh pits, K-pop fireworks, cozy Christmas lights, or quiet art and antiques, Tokyo this week is full of ways to plug into the city’s energy.

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