Things to do this week in Tokyo

Monday 30

Summer Sweets
July is almost here, and the serious summer heat is not far away either. Prepare for the season with some deliciously cool sweets, courtesy of Marunouchi's Palace Hotel. A refreshing jelly or parfait sounds about right. Read more

Tuesday 1

Matt Bianco
Creators of '80s hits like Whose Side Are You On? and Summer Song, British pop trio Matt Bianco now celebrate 30 years since their debut with three nights of gigs in Tokyo. Get your tickets while they last. Read more

Tokyo Bay Noryosen
Kicking off the summer drinking season in earnest, the capital's very own booze cruise makes its first departure of the year from Takeshiba Terminal at 7.15pm tonight. Go in a yukata and get ¥1,000 off. Read more

Illustrated Manual of Edo Monsters
Getting shivers is one way of staying cool in summer, we guess. That's exactly what you'll be doing at this exhibition, which starts today and lets you in on everything you need to know about mythical Edo-era monsters. Read more

Wednesday 2

Kakigori for Adults
End a hot summer day on the 26th floor of the Strings by Intercontinental Hotel in Shinagawa, where special 'cocktail kakigori' (shaved ice) will be served after 5pm. Perfect for cooling down in style after a hard day's work. Read more

Thursday 3

Belgian Beer Weekend
If you've got some extra time on this Thursday, head down to Yokohama's Yamashita Park for a celebration of Belgian beery goodness. Nearly 60 different varieties will be on offer, along with great grub and live music. Read more

Friday 4

Pool Wai
Yomiuri Land's summer-only outdoor pool area is opening again, so get ready to enjoy a total of five pools, several water slides and lots of fun events, including a nighttime beer garden spread out on a huge lawn. Read more

Fumika Sato Exhibition
Hailing from Aichi Prefecture's Seto City, Fumika Sato presents her unique and wondrous world at this solo exhibition. She mixes techniques like acrylic painting and embroidery work to express nature on canvas. Read more

Image-Makers Exhibition
See imaginative works free of the conventions of design and art at this exhibit, opening today and curated by Hélène Kelmachter, expert in French-Japanese cultural relations. David Lynch's work also makes an appearance. Read more

Mr Ties
Italian DJ superstar Mr Ties is the man behind Berlin's renowned Homopatik party, a monthly bash that's already become an institution in Europe. Experience his physical and playful style tonight in Shibuya. Read more

Saturday 5

Good Morning India
Woke up late and all the breakfast spots have already closed? Not to worry, Gaienmae's World Breakfast Allday serves morning grub all day long. This month's special is a south Indian plate that should wake you up in an instant. Read more

Yurakusai
Yurakucho's many 'antenna shops' get together for this celebration featuring everything from special discounts to quiz contests and fluffy yuru-kyara mascots. The 'Miss Yukata' contest is also taking place today. Read more

Our Parks
Haven't been to the recently opened Toranomon Hills complex yet? Now's a great time to go, as this opening event features both free acoustic gigs on the Oval Plaza lawn and an inner-city stargazing opportunity. Read more

Shitamachi Tanabata Matsuri
Asakusa's Kappabashi is festooned with vibrantly coloured streamers and decorations during this annual summer festival, while local businesses also put out stalls and hold parades and street performances. Read more

Firefly Hunting & Evenings
Head out to the rugged backwoods of Mount Takao to combine firefly watching with a full-on kaiseki dinner – the Ukai Chikutei restaurant opens up its gorgeous Japanese garden just for this occasion. Read more

Sunday 6

Iriya Asagao Matsuri
It's worth getting up early – as in crack-of-dawn early – for Japan's largest morning glory festival, held in and around Iriya Kishimojin temple. Browsing the hundreds of booth and stalls will take all day if you're thorough. Read more

Techno Udon
Knead udon noodles with your feet while busting moves to techno tunes – the kitchen will be dragged onto the dancefloor from 7am at this unorthodox Omotesando party. Just don't try breakdancing or anything, yeah? Read more

Sake Pop Vol.4
If you prefer a slightly more relaxed Sunday party, our very own Time Out Café & Diner hosts this mix of Japanesey DJ music and sake in the afternoon. Make sure to wear your yukata – we'll let you in for free if you do. Read more