Looking for an anime event to nerd out at? We’ve got you covered with the best anime and manga events happening across Tokyo. Take a look at all of the exciting anime-themed pop-up shops, cafes and art exhibitions in our list below.

June Anime Events

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Oshi no Ko "Noir Themed" Pop-Up Store

The hit manga Oshi no Ko by Aka Akasaka gets its own pop-up shop in Shibuya. Expect a large line-up of goods featuring B Komachi's Ai Hoshino, Kana Arima and MEMcho dressed up in unique costumes under the theme of "Noir"! For every ¥5,500 spent on eligible products, customers will receive one of three types of illustration cards, randomly chosen, as a gift.
Date & Time May 17-Jun 16・11:00-19:00
Price Free
Location Tokyo Anime Center

Digimon Adventure 25th Anniversary Pop-Up at Loft Stores

Celebrate one of Japan's best loved monster franchises with a pop-up store commemorating its 25th anniversary. Held exclusively at Loft stores located in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka, this pop-up will be selling a variety of goods featuring new illustrations of the original DigiDestined. For every ¥2,000 spent on merchandise, fans will also get a bonus postcard chosen at random.
Date & Time Jun 01-16・10:00-21:00
Price Free
Location Tokyo Ikebukuro Loft

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Naruto Cafe Pop-Up

Naruto is back in a delicious way. Visit the Animate Cafe Stand Ikebukuro No.4 for a limited time pop up collaboration between the anime merch store and Naruto Shippuden. Expect delicious desserts featuring the tailed beasts Kurama and Shukaku as well as a drink menu inspired by Naruto, Sasuke, Kakashi, Gaara, Itachi, Deidara and Sasori. As a bonus for the fans, each item ordered off the collaboration menu will come with a randomized character coaster featuring the event illustration.  
Date & Time May 22-Jun 24・11:00-20:00
Price Free
Location Animate Cafe Ikebukuro 4 Shop
More Info Located at the Cafe Stand in the Animate Ikebukuro No. 4 store

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Zenless Zone Zero Migration Event

Celebrate the Release of Zenless Zone Zero in Person

Hyped for the upcoming Hoyoverse title, Zenless Zone Zero? There's now an in-person event you can visit to commemorate the game's launch! As part of the Bangboo Migration Guide event, you'll be able to meet with your Bangboo! Bring your mobile device with your game pre-registration screen and you'll be entered into a raffle to win prizes such as guidebooks and original goods. Make sure to be there early as prizes will be limited. Numbered tickets may also be issued in the instance that the venue is crowded. As the weather continues to get hotter and hotter, please take care while lining up outdoors.

Zenless Zone Zero Migration Event Details and Location

Date & Time Jun 29-30・11:00-19:00
Price Free
Location Shibuya 109

July Anime Events

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Jujutsu Kaisen x Shibuya Hikarie Incident

To celebrate the large-scale Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen Exhibition, a special "Hikarie Incident" will be held throughout the Shibuya Hikarie building.

Enjoy Dishes Based Off Your Favorite Jujutsu Kaisen Characters

Decorations and photo spots related to the popular shonen manga and anime will be placed throughout the building along with several photo spots. From August 1, cafes and restaurants on the 6th, 7th and 11th floors will participate in a Jujutsu Kaisen Fair, offering original dishes and novelty items! Expect dishes such as the Yuji Itadori x Choso spicy bibimbap with cheese, the Megumi Fushiguro x Jinji Fushiguro ceviche and tortilla and the Gojo Satoru x Kousaku Mango blue jelly lemonade cocktail.

Jujutsu Kaisen x Shibuya Hikarie Incident Event Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 06-Aug 27・11:00-21:00
Price Free
Location Shibuya Hikarie
More Info It's free to enter Shibuya Hikarie. Price will depend on food or drink ordered.

Jump Shop 20th Anniversary Event

Jump Shop 20th Anniversary Event

It’s time to celebrate 20 years of excellence in manga with the Jump Shop 20th Festival! This limited-time event will be a manga and anime lovers’ paradise, filled with everything Jump related. The store will be offering pre-sales of extremely rare goods as well as food and drink directly from Cafe Jump’s original menu. One Piece, My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen and Naruto are just some of the titles that will be featured there, don’t miss out!
Date & Time Jun 27-Jul 27・12:00~
Price Free
Location Ikebukuro Sunshine City World Import Mart Building 4F Exhibition Hall A

One Piece x Keio Plaza Hotel Sweets Buffet

Indulge in a girls party sweets buffet themed after the world's most popular anime and manga, One Piece! The buffet will include cute desserts based on female characters from the series such as Nami, Robin, Vivi, Shirahoshi and Rebecca. Expect Vivi's favorite curry potatoes, Robin's flower sandwich, Nami's mandarin orange tart and more.
Date & Time Jun 01-Sep 30・15:00-17:30
Price ¥6,000
Location Keio Plaza Hotel

Uma Musume: Pretty Derby - Door into a New Era × Chugai Grace Cafe

Japan's most popular mobile game gets a brand new movie and cafe collaboration! At the Uma Musume: Pretty Derby - Door to a New Era x Chugai Grace Cafe event, fans will get to savor food and drinks inspired by the seven key Uma Musume characters from the film. Customers who order from the collaboration menu will also receive a surprise novelty gift! Every ¥3,000 spent on merch will also give you one of seven illustration cards, chosen at random.
Date & Time Jun 21-Jul 07・11:10-19:50
Price
Location Chugai Grace Cafe

The First Kaiju No. 8 Collaboration Cafe

It’s time to grab your monster pals for the very first Kaiju No. 8 collab cafe! Inspired by the manga created by Naoya Matsumoto, this collaboration will include a variety of funky food to feast on. Savor everything from the Hibbing Kafka masala curry to the White Mina chocolate drink, named after characters from the series. As always, you’ll also be able to score some cool event-only merch at the Kaiju No. 8 cafe.
Date & Time Jun 22-Jul 23・10:00~
Price Free to reserve. Food and drink sold separately.
Location TOKYO PARADE goods&cafe

Jujutsu Kaisen Cafe 2024

This Jujutsu Kaisen collaboration cafe celebrates the second season of this popular anime. A special menu has been crafted and is inspired by memorable scenes and characters from the series such as Geto, Ieiri and Gojo! Some of the dishes you can expect to savor include the "Gojo Red & Blue Chicken Waffle," inspired by Gojo Satoru's curse technique, "Geto Cursed Spirit Orb Soba Galette," topped with a citrusy cursed spirit orb-style jelly, and the "Ieiri Shouko Paella," served with a knife inspired by Ieiri's scalpel. The cafe will also be selling exclusive merchandise featuring brand new illustrations of  the main characters dressed up in refreshing summer outfits. You can pick up can badges, keychains, acrylic stands, postcards and more!
Date & Time Jun 20-Aug 18・10:00-22:00
Price ¥ 660 Reservation fee
Location BOX cafe&space Q Plaza Harajuku store
More Info Food and drinks are not included in the reservation fee and must be purchased separately

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Gurren Lagann vs Kill La Kill Exhibition

A Collaboration of Massive Proportions! Gurren Lagann and Kill La Kill

The worlds of Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann and Kill la Kill will collide in the form of an art exhibition. A series of original artwork will be on display here as well as audio recordings for the characters Kamina and Matoi Ryuko. What will the recordings be about? It’s apparently a surprise! Make sure to bring your smartphone as well as earphones or headphones so you can listen along. As always, you can also pick up some exclusive exhibition merch, including t-shirts, tote bags and acrylic stands.

Gurren Lagann vs Kill La Kill Exhibition Details

Date & Time Jul 12-29・11:00-21:00・* No admission 30 minutes before closing. *Closed at 18:00 on the last day
Price ¥1,800 including the audio guide
Location Ikebukuro PARCO Main Building 7F PARCO FACTORY
More Info *Free for elementary school students and younger (must be accompanied by a guardian)

Haikyuu! 10th Anniversary: All Senses Exhibition

Volleyball x anime fans take note! The Haikyuu! 10th Anniversary: All Sense Exhibition will blow you away. To commemorate 10 years of Haikyuu!, this event is set to wow fans with the rich history behind one of today’s most popular sports anime and manga. More will be revealed soon, but so far, we can be sure to expect lots and lots of exhibition exclusive goods featuring all eight of the competing schools from the series.
Date & Time Jul 13-Aug 04・10:00-19:00
Price ¥2,000 for adults
Location TFT Hall

Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen Exhibition

Jujutsu Kaisen fans, you don't want to miss this. Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen Exhibition is the first large-scale original art exhibition for the global-hit anime and manga. Expect a detailed behind-the-scenes look at how the manga is created, including original manuscripts and a walkthrough Akutami's own digital drawing techniques. An official shop with a generous offering of merchandise will also be available.
Date & Time Jul 06-Aug 27・11:00-21:00
Price From ¥2,000
Location Shibuya Hikarie 9F

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Honkai Star Rail x Anicafe Gratte

Enjoy Exclusive Honkai-Themed Treats

Honkai: Star Rail fans can finally enjoy their gacha with a side of food and drink. The latest collaboration between the turn-based JRPG and Animate Cafe Gratte will bring to life the Farewell Penacony arc and feature the characters Firefly and Sam. Held at nine different Animate stores throughout Japan, this collab will feature the cafe's signature graphic latte "gratte" and icing cookies. Sip on coffee, tea, juice, matcha latte or cocoa with your latte art of choice. Four different designs are available including chibi art of Firefly and Sam. For an extra ¥500, you can also get an acrylic character coaster. Fans who spend ¥2,000 or more can present their Honkai: Star Rail UID and receive a bonus bromide print - an extra special gift just for Honkai players!

Honkai Star Rail Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 30-Sep 08・11:00-20:00・10:00-19:00 on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Last order is 30 minutes before closing time.
Price Free
Location Animate Ikebukuro
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

Delicious in Dungeon x Atari CAFE&DINING

A Chance to Eat Food Straight Out of Delicious in Dungeon!

Delicious in Dungeon fans will finally have their dreams come true - a collaboration cafe that recreates some of the cuisine featured in the anime! Don't expect frozen pizza or simple cheese toast. These dishes are weird, gourmet and of the likes that Laios would literally and figuratively kill for. Some include a "Cockatrice's Stone Grilled - chicken and egg - Bread Bowl" as well as a "Giant Parasites from inside the Kraken" which look suspiciously like grilled unagi. There's even a "Red Dragon Big Steak," which looks convincingly like a dragon's leg, with crocodile meat as the main ingredient. Bookings on weekends and public holiday evenings also have the option for the course menu which comes with one of the main dishes plus, rice, salad, soup, a drink and dessert. As per all collaboration cafes, you'll also have access to a variety of limited merch. All dining patrons will also receive a special welcome card with a new illustration from the manga artist herself, Ryoko Kui.

Delicious in Dungeon Cafe & Dining Event Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 02-Aug 18・11:00-22:00・Opening and closing times may be subject to change based on Ikebukuro PARCO's business hours
Price ¥5,50 advanced reservation fee
Location Atari CAFE&DINING Ikebukuro PARCO
More Info Food and drinks are not included in the reservation fee and must be purchased separately

Demon Slayer 5th Anniversary Festival Afterparty

A Demon Slayer Festival Fit For A Dragon

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in style with the Demon Slayer 5th Anniversary Festival. The event has now added new illustration featuring seven of the Hashira! Demon Slayer fans can expect food themed after these unique dragon illustrations as well as drinks such as the "Demon Slayer Festival Dragon Year Drink" and "After Party Dragon Year Drink". All diners can enjoy a randomly chosen illustrated placement and a randomly chosen themed square coaster for every collaboration drink ordered. An abundance of merchandise will also be sold, featuring Demon Slayer Corps members dressed in their festive dragon costumes. This collaboration is available at all ufotable venues including ufotable Cafe / Machi★Asobi CAFE, ufotable DINING stores and ufotable Cafe TO GO.

Demon Slayer 5th Anniversary Festival Afterparty Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 09-Aug 04・09:00-20:00
Price From ¥1,400
Location Ufotable Cafe
More Info This ticket price includes the first order of two drinks and booking fee (¥100)

Oshi no Ko Season 2 Commemorative Museum

Oshi no Ko is Back

Celebrate the second season of Oshi no Ko with a look through this incredibly popular manga and anime by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari. Titled the "Oshi no Ko Museum," scene panels and standees will be exhibited for discerning fans to check out. You can also purchase exclusive merch and participate in a raffle. For every ¥2,000 spent on anime merchandise, fans will receive a randomly selected image featuring one of the main characters of the show. Other merch for sale include a mini bromide collection, acrylic stand figures, sticker sets and more.

Oshi no Ko Season 2 Museum Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 19-Aug 12・10:00-21:00
Price Free
Location AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store 7F Pop-up Store Floor
More Info Free to enter. Merchandise must be purchased separately

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Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe

Celebrating 30 Years of Detective Conan

Commemorate the 30th anniversary of Gosho Aoyama's hit manga Detective Conan, by dining at one of six nation-wide collaboration cafes! Held in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, Fukuoka, Miyagi and Hokkaido, the "Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe" will craft dishes taken directly from the series as well as sell a variety of goods related to this momentous occasion. From chirashi sushi to an afternoon tea set, all of these food items will have you reminiscing some of the manga's most iconic moments. You can also order an entire strawberry pound cake that looks exactly like the 30th anniversary key visual. Don't miss out on an incredible merchandise line up including badges, acrylic keychains, stickers and magnets that depict the master detective throughout the years.

Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 26-Sep 23・11:15-21:30
Price From ¥715
Location BOX cafe & space Shinjuku Mylord 1st store
More Info ¥715 covers the online reservation fee. Food and drink must be purchased separately.

 

August Anime Events

Pokemon x Tokyo Skytree Collaboration

Experience the Pokemon anime from up above in this first-ever collaboration with Tokyo Skytree. Officially titled "Pokemon and the Blue Sky Skytree ~ Shining Memories of You and Pokemon~" this event will feature a variety of decorations with characters from the Pokemon anime. Expect exciting photo spots and exclusive merchandise including Roy, Dot, Liko and their starter Pokemon, Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly.
Date & Time Jun 25-Sep 24・10:00-21:00
Price Free
Location Tokyo Skytree

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Blue Lock x Sweets Paradise Summer Collaboration Cafe

Embrace summer with the boys of Blue Lock, a popular soccer anime and manga by Kaneshiro Muneyuki and Nomura Yusuke.

Enjoy Endless Sweets with Your Favorite Blue Lock Characters

This limited edition collaboration cafe will be held at nine participating Sweets Paradise outlets all across Japan. While details are still being confirmed, we can expect some summer-worthy treats to pair perfectly with the beachy outfits of our favourite sports egoists. Whether you're a diehard fan of Nagi, Bachira or Isagi, there's certain to be exclusive merchandise just for you.

Blue Lock x Sweets Paradise Summer Collaboration Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 13-Sep 25・11:00-21:00
Price TBC
Location Sweets Paradise Shinjuku East Exit Store
More Info Advance reservations for seats can be made through the Sweets Paradise app

My Hero Academia x Animate Cafe

My Hero Academia is getting a brand new pop-up cafe in collaboration with Animate.

My Hero Academia Characters Celebrate the Summer

Based on the popular manga by Kohei Horikoshi, this event specifically highlights the fun of summer by depicting the characters in chibi form on a beach. While the menu is still slowly being released, a battle scene-inspired dessert and five very unique drinks resembling some of the characters' attacks have been revealed so far. Summer-themed merch will also be sold, such as stickers, plate cards and even a beach-themed shopping bag.

My Hero Academia x Animate Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 02-Sep 08・11:30-19:00
Price Free
Location Animate Cafe Ikebukuro 3 Shop
More Info Reservations must be made via the lottery system on the Animate Cafe website

One Piece Day 2024

One Piece Day is back and bigger than ever! For the third year in a row, the mecca for all One Piece fans will happen over the course of a weekend at the expansive Makuhari Messe. Expect an exhibition area with character figures, One Piece Trading Card competitions and more activities. There will also be a live area packed with performances by your favorite Japanese artists belting out One Piece tracks.
Date & Time Aug 10, 2024・09:00-18:00・Live Area entry starts from 17:30
Price ¥1,980 for Exhibition Area Ticket, From ¥8,800 for Live Area Ticket,
Location Makuhari Messe
More Info Tickets are only available via lottery

Kuroko's Basketball 15th Anniversary Tokyo Exhibition

This event will be a slam dunk for Kuroko's Basketball fans. Walk through this exciting art exhibition to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the manga's serialization. Exclusive to this event are special exhibits that include original drawings by the manga artist, Tadatoshi Fujimaki.
Date & Time Aug 10-26・10:00-20:00
Price TBC

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My Hero Academia You're Next x Anicafe Gratte

Enjoy My Hero Academia-Themed Snacks and Drinks

Animate stores around Japan are offering an exclusive cafe collaboration to commemorate the upcoming film "My Hero Academia: You're Next 2024" film. Nine Animate stores throughout Japan will be showcasing the hit shonen anime through Gratte, the anime store's graphic latte cafe stand. The graphic will feature six different yukata-wearing character designs including Deku, Todoroki and Bakugo. Don't be fooled by the coffee-sounding name, you can enjoy a cup of My Hero Academia with a base of tea, orange juice, apple juice, matcha latte and also cocoa. Cookies with character designs will also be available, perfect for washing down with your drink of choice.

My Hero Academia You're Next Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 02-Sep 29・11:00-20:00・10:00-19:00 on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Last order is 30 minutes before closing time.
Price Free
Location Animate Ikebukuro
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

Tiger & Bunny 2 x HUB

A Pub-Style Anime Collaboration

It's the collaboration we never expected! Anime series Tiger & Bunny 2 will have a brand new cafe event at six Hub venues around Japan. Typically known for it's British-inspired aesthetic, these Hub locations will be transformed to showcase the heroic characters of Kotetsu T. Kaburagi, Barnaby Brooks Jr., Ryan Gold Smith and more. The key visual even features the main characters dressed in outfits they would wear for casual drinks at the pub.

Tiger & Bunny 2 x HUB Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 09-25・11:30-23:30・12:00-24:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. 12:00 - 23:00 on Public Holidays
Price Free
Location HUB Akihabara
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

Bleach x Chugai Grace Cafe Collaboration

Unique Bleach-Inspired Dishes and Drinks

Let's celebrate 20 years of the Bleach anime! Bleach by Tite Kubo is joining forces with Chugai Grace Cafe for an exclusive dining experience. The cafe focuses around key characters and events from the series. The dishes and drinks offered are inspired by various elements from Bleach such as the Seireitei Risotto, named after the capital city in Soul Society. There are also drinks named after Mayuri, Ichigo, Aizen ad Rukia. For every menu item ordered, diners can receive a novelty coaster at random. Exclusive merchandise will also be available as well as a giveaway campaign for the in-store posters.

Bleach Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 09-Sep 01・11:10-19:50
Price Free
Location Chugai Grace Cafe
More Info Reservations must be made via the Chugai Grace Cafe membership page. Reservations are given priority for admissionl

Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe

Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe

Experience the film "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" in an entirely different way via the this brand new collaboration cafe. Based on the popular manga by Gege Akutami, fans all over Japan can participate as the cafe will be held at four different venues in three different cities. This isn't just a Jujutsu Kaisen cafe but a "cafe-themed" collaboration, meaning you can expect to see all of the characters dressed up like your friendly neighborhood barista. The brand new illustration showcases main characters Yuta Okkotsu, Toge Inumaki, Maki Zenin and Panda dressed like cafe staff. Never one to be excluded in a Jujutsu Kaisen collab, Satoru Gojo is also featured as a visiting cafe customer.

Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Cafe Details and Location

Date & Time Aug 29-Oct 27・10:00-22:00
Price ¥660
Location BOX café & space Q plaza Harajuku
More Info Food and drinks are not included in the reservation fee and must be purchased separately

My Hero Academia x Kura Sushi

Shounen and Sushi Never Tasted So Good

Commemorate the upcoming "My Hero Academia THE MOVIE: You're Next" with a sushi feast at popular sushi chain, Kura Sushi. This cool collaboration takes advantage of the "Bikkura Pon!" at Kura Sushi where sushi plates can be placed in a machine for a chance to win exclusive My Hero Academia merch. Expect unique original designs that are exclusive to Kura Sushi such as rubber stands, tin badges and illustrations of Deku, All Might, Todoroki and more. Spend more than ¥2,500 and you'll also get some special goods like clear files, hand-held fans and cups!

My Hero Academia x Kura Sushi Details and Location

Date & Time Jul 19-Aug 31・11:00-23:00
Price
Location Kura Sushi
More Info Free to enter. Food and drinks must be purchased separately

 

October Anime Events

Urusei Yatsura Exhibition at Matsuya Ginza

A Classic Series Brought to Live as Art

Check out the "Urusei Yatsura Exhibition," an art event based on the timeless classic manga by Rumiko Takahashi. With the concept of "Girl hunting with Ataru!!" guests will get to explore the appeal of the classic series through a combination of nostalgia and a sense of modern newness. Expect behind the scenes shots of the production, including an exciting three-dimensional figure of Ram. This exhibit is set to be nostalgic for fans of the past while also being an intriguing retrospective for the Gen Z among us!

Urusei Yatsura Exhibition x Kura Sushi Details and Location

Date & Time Oct 02-14・11:00-20:00
Price TBD
Location Matsuya Ginza

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