Roppongi Hills Arena

Looking to get into sake? If so, then this huge sake event at Roppongi Hills is a great place to start. The event features around 120 breweries across 12 days from April 18 to April 29. Whether you’re a sake newbie or long-time connoisseur, this festival is for everyone to enjoy. Foodies should also take note, as fifteen gourmet restaurants will be whipping up sake-pairing dishes at the event. Tickets cost ¥4,200 and include a starter set with an event-exclusive sake glass plus 12 tokens that can be used to redeem drinks and food. You can purchase more tokens in sets of ten (¥1,600), 25 (¥3,900), 40 (¥6,000) or 100 (¥15,000). Tickets are available in advance on the website or at the door on the day of the festival.

The biggest Italian festival in Japan is now in its ninth edition. Held at Roppongi Hills Arena, this weekend fiesta will feature a host of outdoor activities, exhibitions, guest appearances by Japanese and Italian personalities, food and wine, as well as shopping opportunities. Themed 'Life is Beautiful,' this year's event will host live performances by guest artists from Italy and Japan, as well as booths showcasing Italian brands of outdoor furniture, fashion and food. There’s Maserati, Vespa and Pirelli exhibiting alongside Acetaia Sereni balsamic vinegar, Birrificio dei Castelli craft beer, Modica Chocolate, Delle Venezie wine, and more. Be sure to check the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan's Instagram for the latest updates on performance schedules.