3 Must-See Anime Events in Tokyo for Summer 2025

Ready to indulge your love of anime and manga during your trip to Japan? Beginning late spring and lasting through the summer you’ll find a selection of events for fan-favorite anime franchises across Japan, from exhibitions and themed cafes to exclusive shopping opportunities. Whether you’re into Haikyuu!!, Attack on Titan, or Ghibli, there’s no way you’ll want to miss these if you’re traveling to Japan this year.

① Haikyuu!! Special Popup 2025

This large-scale nationwide Haikyuu!! pop-up tour is set to take place from March 22 to June 30, 2025, bringing joy to fans across Japan. The pop-up will hit 7 cities simultaneously, including multiple locations in Tokyo (Harajuku and Shinjuku), as well as Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Sapporo.

Themed around “The Moment Before the Serve”, this pop-up focuses on a collection of items featuring brand-new illustrations, but if you’re looking for a more immersive shopping experience, you’ll want to look for certain pop-up locations that also offer special decor and photo zones that capture the anime’s vibe. (Plus, spend over 2,000 yen and you’ll get a random novelty art card as a bonus, while supplies last.)

Haikyuu Special Popup 2025 (ハイキュー!! SPECIAL POPUP 2025)
Dates: May 22 ~ June 30, 2025
Locations: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Sapporo (see event page for full details)
Official Website (jp)

② Attack on Titan × Wit Studio Pop-Up Store

Offering a selection of old and brand new AoT merchandise, the studio behind the first three seasons of the Attack on Titan anime – Wit Studio – has opened a dedicated pop-up shop featuring original art displays in the heart of Shibuya!

Get ready to lose yourself in an avalanche of new AoT merch, because this pop-up features great new designs for all your favorite characters! The painterly pastels of the “Art Make” series blend style with everyday usability, while the Key:prime series takes inspiration from original animation art for a cool behind-the-scenes touch. If you’re a Levi fan, you won’t want to miss the limited-edition collection of 8 Levi birthday badges, or the Levi-themed Archives t-shirt! Your wallets have been warned – but at least with purchases over 2,000 yen, you’ll get one of 8 random illustrated cards while supplies last!

Attack on Titan × Wit Studio Pop-Up Shop (TVアニメ『進撃の巨人』 POP UP SHOP by WIT STUDIO)
Dates: May 7 ~ May 29, 2025
Location: Shibuya Tsutaya 6F, 21-6 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo
Official Website (jp)

③ Studio Ghibli 3D Sculpture Exhibition

Studio Ghibli fans, rejoice! The beloved Ghibli 3D Sculpture Exhibition is returning to Tokyo after a lengthy 22-year absence, so fans can once again enjoy their favorite anime masterpieces in 3D! Featuring immersive installations based on My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Porco Rosso, this exhibition explores iconic scenes from some of the studio’s most popular productions, but it also takes a deeper dive, looking at the stories of the global collaborators who helped bring Ghibli’s magic to audiences worldwide. The event offers a chance immerse yourself in the world of Ghibli… and to shop some tempting event merchandise, too!

The main attraction is the collection of life-sized 3D sculptures, set into dioramas that bring the nostalgia-filled anime scenes to life. Entering the exhibitions feels a little like you’ve stepped straight into your favorite Ghibli film.

As a bonus, the exhibition also features a special screening of Hayao Miyazaki’s short film, Imaginary Flying Machines – a rare treat for true fans.

And yes, the legendary Ghibli Ramen with Ham (as featured in Ponyo) is making a comeback as well! From June 27th to September 23rd, this nostalgic meal will be served at a scenic waterside venue nearby. Quantities are limited, and the ramen is available only as a bonus with special ticket purchases, so booking in advance is essential!

Ghibli 3D Sculpture Exhibition (ジブリの立体造型物展)
Dates: May 27 ~ September 23, 2025
Location: Warehouse Terrada, 2-1-3 Higashishinagawa, Shinagawa City, Tokyo
Admission: adults 1,900 yen | middle school students 1,600 yen | elementary school students 1,200 yen
Official Website (jp)

Meet (and Shop) Your Anime Favorites in Japan!

From your childhood living room to your trip to Japan and beyond, these legendary anime series continue to capture hearts, and with multiple unique anime events being held across Japan in summer 2025, there’s no better time to plan your next trip. Be sure to add at least one of these to your Tokyo travel itinerary!

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^{Original Article in Korean by Heewon Kim
English Edition by Sophia Appelbaum}