Things to do this week in Tokyo

Monday 22

Yokohama Christmas Market
Great for both last-minute present shopping and Christmas-spirit boosting, Yokohama's holiday special takes place at the beautifully lit-up Red Brick Warehouse. Do take the opportunity to sample some glühwein, too. Read more

Tuesday 23

Takuro Noguchi
Foil artist Takuro Noguchi goes beyond conventions with his unique 'hakuga' pieces, made with traditional techniques but from an innovative mixture of materials. Head over to Aoyama to see his work for free. Read more

Wednesday 24

Flying Tiger Christmas
Getting into the Christmas mood in Tokyo can be a challenge, especially for those poor souls having to work through the day. Perhaps decorating your abode with some Scandinavian knickknacks could help? Read more

Thursday 25

Christmas lights
As Christmas in Japan is all about romance, December 25 sees restaurants and hotels fully booked with amorous couples. Escape the masses with a homemade dinner and head out to see the bright lights afterwards. Read more

Friday 26

Attack on Titan Exhibition
With the worst opening rush now over, this extensive display dedicated to Hajime Isayama's post-apocalyptic anime epic is a must-visit for fans. Pick up a ticket in advance and enter the world of the Titans. Read more

Tokyo EDM TV Launch Party
Friends of easily digestible dance floor beats will have a field day at AgeHa tonight, as the Tokyo EDM TV broadcaster celebrates its founding with a tune extravaganza featuring an all-star cast of laptop-busters. Read more

Nightmare After Christmas
Techno godfather Takkyu Ishino again takes you on a tour of 'hellish hot springs', playing stuff that's usually never heard at his regular gigs in the capital. Stick the special patch to your shirt and jump in. Read more

Tha Blue Herb & Hannya
Get a one-two punch of no-nonsense Japanese hip-hop tonight in Ebisu, as Hokkaido's veteran underground heroes Tha Blue Herb share the stage with tireless social critic and aggressive street poet Hannya. Read more

Saturday 27

Ice skating
Feeling the need to stretch your legs before the New Year's feast? Head out to one of the capital's ice skating rinks for some healthy outdoor fun – some of these spots even feature extras ranging from art to advanced classes. Read more

Oedo Antique Market
Keep an eye out for real Edo-era treasures hidden among the heaps of merchandise at this fun Yoyogi Park market, but don't forget to bundle up – the cold wind can get distracting rather quickly. Read more

Ramen Bowl Exhibition
A delectable exhibition centred on ramen bowls and spoons decorated by 25 of Japan's finest designers, this one just might help you find the beautiful side of empty noodle vessels – or simply make you hungry for a full one. Read more

Missed it – Special Screenings
Missed some of the most important indie movies of the past year? There's no need to despair – you can now choose from 39 quality films released during 2014, including French romantic drama Blue Is the Warmest Colour. Read more

Nature & Enak Fireworks Boat Party
The Nature & Enak boat party returns for an end-of-the-year edition coinciding with the winter fireworks shot up around Odaiba. DJ Jet Baron and tireless dance master Kazuhiro Abo's Supercombo unit are headlining. Read more

Sunday 28

Oyster Hut at Asakusa Ekimise
The cold season is oyster season, and the oyster huts (kakigoya) popping up all over the city are where to get a taste of the delicacy. This one on the roof of Asakusa's Ekimise is one of the nicer spots out there. Read more

New Wave Sci-Fi
French 'New Wave' masters Jean-Luc Godard and François Truffaut also had a penchant for science fiction – as evidenced by Truffaut's Fahrenheit 451 and Godard's Alphaville, both screened in Shibuya from today. Read more

Nogi Shrine Antique Flea Market
This relatively small-scale but always fun and interesting fair is back after taking a break in November, again featuring sellers of everything from secondhand clothing to furniture and cooking utensils. Tasty snacks, too. Read more