Whether you just moved to Japan, you're here for work, or you're visiting for a week — if you're Indian in Tokyo, this guide is for you. We're WeDesi Tokyo, the crew behind the city's biggest Bollywood parties, and this is our honest local list of things to do in Tokyo for Indians.
1. Hit a Bollywood night
Yes, Tokyo has real Bollywood nights — and they go hard. Every month we pack Tokyo's clubs with Bollywood hits, Punjabi bangers and a crowd that knows every word. Check the upcoming events and come dance — first-timers always leave as regulars.
2. Celebrate the festivals properly
Missing festivals from home hits different when you're abroad. Tokyo's Desi community celebrates them all — our Diwali party is the biggest Bollywood Diwali night in the city, and Holi brings the colours out every spring. These sell out — follow the dates early.
3. Find your people
The hardest part of living abroad is community — and Tokyo's Desi family is bigger than you think. Over 6,000 of us connect through the WeDesi community: events, news, guestlists and a WhatsApp group that always knows where the next party is.
4. Explore Tokyo like a local
Skip the standard tourist circuit. Hidden izakaya alleys, night views, food streets and the neighbourhoods locals actually love — our Tokyo tours and experiences are run by people who live here, with or without a private vehicle, in English and Hindi.
5. Catch a live concert
Bollywood artists do come to Japan — when they do, it's through shows like Aditya Narayan live in Tokyo. Keep an eye on our events page so you never miss an artist announcement.
Bottom line: Tokyo is an incredible city to be Desi in — you just need to know where to look. Start with the next WeDesi night and we'll take it from there.
