Tokyo Expat Social Club

Tokyo Bowling in Ikebukuro | Strikes, Laughs & New Faces 🎳

Wed, Nov 11 · 6:45 PM JST

Hyper lane, Japan, 〒170-0013 Tokyo, Toshima City, Higashiikebukuro, 1-chōme−43−６ ３階, Toshima City, JP

🗓 Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM
📍 Location: Hyperlane Bowling, Ikebukuro
1 Chome-43-6 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo
💴 Fee: ¥2,800 per person (bowling + shoe rental included)

Event Details:
Break up the working week with a casual bowling night in Ikebukuro. Join Tokyo Expat Social Club to meet new people, play a few games and enjoy an easy Wednesday evening together.
You don’t need to be good at bowling. Complete beginners, occasional players and anyone with a reliable strike technique are all welcome. A gutter ball is still a good reason to laugh together.

Coming alone? We’ll organise the lanes when you arrive. You don’t need to bring a team, find a partner or already know anyone. Most TESC attendees come by themselves, including plenty of people joining for the first time. Expect a friendly mix of expats, Japanese locals, internationals and returning members. Whether you’re new to Tokyo or simply want to meet people outside your usual routine, you’re welcome.

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What to Expect:
🎳 90 minutes of casual bowling across three reserved lanes
💬 Conversation between turns
👋 Beginners and solo attendees welcome
🌍 A mix of first-timers and familiar faces

Why You’ll Enjoy It:

• Meet people through a shared activity
• Join without needing a team or bowling experience
• Enjoy a warm indoor evening as Tokyo gets cooler
• Spend time together without a formal networking agenda
• Convenient location near Ikebukuro Station

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing
• Socks for the rental bowling shoes
• Your best bowling technique, or a willingness to give it a try

How to Join:

1. Click Attend to RSVP.
2. Come solo or invite a friend. We’ll take care of the lane groups.

Photos and/or short videos may occasionally be taken for Tokyo Expat Social Club’s social media and community channels. If you’d prefer not to be included, please let the organiser know.

🎳 Come roll a few games, share a few laughs and meet someone new in Ikebukuro.

Tokyo Expat Picnic at Kitanomaru Park — Autumn Saturday Social 🍂🌿

Sat, Nov 14 · 2:30 PM JST

Kitanomaru-Park, 1-1 Kitanomarukōen, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-0091, Japan, Chiyoda City, JP

🗓 Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Kitanomaru Park
Meeting Point: Clock Tower near Nippon Budokan
💴 Fee: ¥1,200

Event Details:
Spend Saturday afternoon meeting new people at a relaxed autumn picnic in Kitanomaru Park, one of central Tokyo’s quieter green spaces.
We’ll settle in together for a few hours of conversation, snacks, and an easy afternoon outside as Tokyo moves further into autumn.
There’s no formal networking, structured activity, or pressure to be especially outgoing. You can move between conversations, stay with one group, join a casual game, take a quiet break, or simply enjoy being around other people.

The picnic is open to expats, locals, internationals, travelers, students, remote workers, and anyone interested in making friends in Tokyo.
Most people come to TESC events alone, including many first-timers, so arriving without already knowing anyone is completely normal.
Kitanomaru Park sits beside the Imperial Palace area and is only a short walk from Kudanshita Station, giving us plenty of greenery while still being very central.

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What’s Provided:

• Picnic sheets
• Light snacks to share
• Optional games such as UNO and playing cards
• Bug spray if needed

What to Expect:
🍂 Relaxed autumn picnic in central Tokyo
🌿 Green, quieter park setting
💬 Natural conversations without forced networking
🌍 Mix of expats, locals, and internationals
👋 Plenty of solo attendees and first-timers
Why You’ll Enjoy It:

• Easy way to meet people in a comfortable setting
• Plenty of time to talk, relax, and move between groups
• Welcoming atmosphere for both new and returning members
• A calmer alternative to bars, clubs, and crowded weekend socials

What to Bring:

• Drinks/snacks if you’d like
• Water
• A light jacket or layer for later in the afternoon

How to Join:

1. Click Attend to RSVP
2. Invite friends or come solo — everyone’s welcome

Please note that photos and/or short videos may occasionally be taken during the event for Tokyo Expat Social Club’s social media and community channels. If you’d prefer not to be included, please let the organizer know.

🍂 Come spend an easy Saturday afternoon meeting people, getting some fresh air, and enjoying autumn in central Tokyo.

Tokyo Autumn Walk | Kagurazaka Backstreets to Akasaka 🍂

Sun, Nov 15 · 1:30 PM JST

Kagurazaka Station, Yaraicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0805, Japan, Shinjuku City, JP

🗓 Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Kagurazaka Station, Tokyo (Exit 1b)
💴 Fee: ¥1,000 per person

Event Details:
Explore a different side of Tokyo and meet new people on a relaxed autumn walk with Tokyo Expat Social Club.
We’ll walk at a comfortable social pace, with time to pause, take photos and change conversation partners along the way.

Coming alone? That’s completely normal. Most TESC attendees arrive by themselves, including many people joining for the first time. You don’t need a walking partner or already know anyone.
The walk is open to expats, Japanese locals, internationals, travellers and anyone interested in making friends in Tokyo.

Whether you’re discovering these neighbourhoods for the first time or revisiting familiar places, you’re welcome.
This is a casual social walk. The focus is on enjoying the city together and letting conversations develop naturally.

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What to Expect:
🚶 Approximately 5km of walking at a relaxed pace
💬 Easy conversations and opportunities to meet different people
🍂 Neighbourhood streets and autumn scenery
👋 A welcoming mix of solo attendees, first-timers and returning members

Why You’ll Enjoy It:

• Discover several Tokyo neighbourhoods in one afternoon
• Meet people naturally while walking together
• Enjoy a mix of backstreets and open moat-side paths
• Finish near convenient train connections

What to Bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water
• A warm layer or jacket

The route includes slopes and some uneven paving. Please be comfortable walking approximately 5km, with short breaks along the way.

How to Join:

1. Click Attend to RSVP.
2. Check the comments for the meeting pin and any updates.
3. Come solo or invite friends. Everyone’s welcome!

Photos and/or short videos may occasionally be taken for Tokyo Expat Social Club’s social media and community channels. If you’d prefer not to be included, please let the organiser know.

🍂 Join us for an afternoon of Tokyo backstreets, fresh air and conversations along the way.

A Taste of Ethiopia in Tokyo | Shared Plates & New Friends 🍽️

Thu, Nov 19 · 6:50 PM JST

クィーン シーバ, 1-chōme-3-1 Higashiyama, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0043, Japan, Meguro City, JP

🗓 Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:50 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Queen Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant
1 Chome-3-1 Higashiyama, Meguro City, Tokyo
💴 Fee: ¥6,000 per person (food included, drinks separate)

Event Details:
Curious about Ethiopian food in Tokyo? Join Tokyo Expat Social Club for a relaxed dinner at Queen Sheba in Nakameguro, where we’ll get to know one another over a shared Ethiopian meal.
If you’ve never tried Ethiopian cuisine, this is a chance to discover it with other people. Injera, a soft, slightly tangy flatbread, is traditionally served alongside a variety of stews and dishes. You don’t need to know what to order or bring someone to share with; we’ll arrange the set dinner for the group.
The idea is simple: interesting food, a smaller gathering and enough time to actually talk. Share your first impressions, compare favourite dishes and hear a little about the people around the table.

Most TESC attendees come alone, including many people joining for the first time. You don’t need to know anyone beforehand or have attended another event.
Expats, Japanese locals, internationals and anyone interested in making friends in Tokyo are welcome. Come for the food, the conversation or the chance to try something different on a November evening.

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What to Expect:
🍽️ A shared Ethiopian set dinner
💬 Relaxed conversation around the table
🌍 A mix of expats, locals and internationals
👋 A welcoming gathering for solo attendees and first-timers

Why You’ll Enjoy It:

• Try Ethiopian food without needing to choose every dish yourself
• Meet people through a shared dining experience
• Enjoy a smaller setting with time to talk
• Spend a cosy evening discovering something new in Tokyo

What to Bring:

• Your appetite and curiosity
• A separate budget for drinks
• A warm layer for the journey home

How to Join:

1. Click Attend to secure your place
2. Please only RSVP if you’re confident you can attend
3. Let the organizer know in advance about any food allergies or dietary restrictions

Seats are limited because this is a restaurant booking. Please update your RSVP promptly if your plans change.

Photos and/or short videos may occasionally be taken for Tokyo Expat Social Club’s social media and community channels. If you’d prefer not to be included, please let the organiser know.

🍽️ Join us for an evening of Ethiopian flavours, shared plates and new connections in Nakameguro.