The waterfront around Tennoz Isle in Shinagawa hosts its seasonal festival, Tennoz Canal Fes (天王洲キャナルフェス), for three days from Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1, 2026. Entry is free, and the second program announcement focuses on families: hands-on workshops for kids, a display of police and fire vehicles, around 20 food trucks, a comedy show and an outdoor movie projected onto a canal-side building. A few extras, such as the Shinagawa Cruise, are paid.
If you enjoyed the Shibaura Canal Festival and its free canal cruises, this is a bigger, three-day take on the same idea, just a short walk from Shinagawa Station.
Event overview
| Event | TENNOZ CANAL FES 2026 – AUTUMN・WINTER – (天王洲キャナルフェス2026秋冬) |
|---|---|
| Dates and hours | Fri, Oct 30: 17:00–21:00 Sat, Oct 31: 11:00–21:00 Sun, Nov 1: 11:00–18:00 |
| Venues | CANAL EAST (around Tennoz Isle Third Waterside Plaza), Isle Shinagawa (アイルしながわ, the former Higashi-Shinagawa sanitation depot), Seafort Square, Tennoz Canal |
| Address | Tennoz Isle area, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo (no single street address is given for the festival; see Getting there for each venue) |
| Admission | Free (some programs are paid) |
| Organizer | Tennoz & Canalside Revitalization Association (一般社団法人 天王洲・キャナルサイド活性化協会) |
| Special sponsors | Terada Warehouse, Cygames |
| Official site | tennozcanalfes.com |
The festival runs twice a year in the Tennoz area. The organizer was registered as a DMO (destination management organization) in March 2024 and uses the event to promote the canal-side district. The first announcement covered festival-themed content; the second announcement adds the family programs below. Other programs are listed on the official site.
Kids’ University workshops
Kids’ University (こども大学) is a set of hands-on classes led by professionals, including a lecturer from Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology. All sessions take place at Seafort Square. Fees and times differ by program, and booking is through Peatix.
| Subject | Workshop |
|---|---|
| Science | JERA Shinagawa Thermal Power Electricity Lab: spin to generate electricity and aim to become an energy master |
| Science | Water experiments and boat craft with Prof. Masuda of Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology: build a water-powered boat |
| Arts | Nelke Planning WELCOME KIDS PROJECT: an exploration tour of the Ginga Theater |
| Crafts | A sparkly kaleidoscope made with real gemstones |
| Crafts | Kids’ Materials Lab: try out different materials and tools |
| Crafts | A small, fragrant hat made from Christmas greenery |
Booking pages: Science and Arts workshops (Peatix) / Crafts workshops (Peatix). Check each page for the fee, time slots and target age.
Police and fire vehicle display
The Working Vehicles Exhibition (はたらくくるま展) brings police cars and fire engines to Seafort Square. Kids can see them up close, and the vehicles make a good backdrop for photos. It is free, but police and fire come on different days, so pick your day if your child has a favorite.
| Vehicles | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Police | Sat, Oct 31, 11:00–14:00 |
| Fire | Sun, Nov 1, 11:00–15:00 |
Shinagawa Cruise (paid)
The Shinagawa Cruise (しながわクルーズ) leaves from Higashi-Shinagawa 2-chome Pier and loops around Odaiba, with views of Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge. It takes about 55 minutes, which makes it an easy first cruise.
| Fare | Day sailing | Night sailing |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | ¥2,000 | ¥3,000 |
| Children (elementary to high school) | ¥1,000 | ¥1,500 |
| Preschoolers | Free | Free |
- Pier: Higashi-Shinagawa 2-chome Pier, 2-3-2 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
- Up to one preschooler per adult, seated on the adult’s lap.
- Departure times and booking: Shinagawa Cruise booking page (Peatix)
Street Food Festival
About 20 food trucks from Tokyo’s street food scene gather across three spots, serving takoyaki, udon, crepes, venison burgers and more. Entry is free; you pay for what you eat.
| Spot | Fri, Oct 30 | Sat, Oct 31 | Sun, Nov 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL EAST (Bond Street) | 17:00–21:00 | 11:00–21:00 | 11:00–18:00 |
| Isle Shinagawa | – | 11:00–20:00 | 11:00–17:00 |
| Seafort Square | – | 11:00–17:00 | 11:00–17:00 |
On Friday evening, only CANAL EAST has food trucks.
Comedy, bazaar and canal-side cinema
Comedy live show (free)
The festival’s regular comedy stage returns with comedians from the talent agency Maseki Geinosha, including M-1 Grand Prix finalists and up-and-coming acts. Shows start around 13:00 and 15:30 on Saturday, October 31, at Seafort Square. The performances are in Japanese.
| Performer (as billed) | Show |
|---|---|
| カナメストーン | Both |
| パーパー | Both |
| フランツ | Both |
| 寺田寛明 | Both |
| サスペンダーズ | 13:00 only |
| もめんと | 15:30 only |
minikura bazaar (free entry)
minikura, the delivery-based storage service run by Terada Warehouse, sells items donated by its users. It runs on Saturday, October 31 (11:00–19:00) and Sunday, November 1 (11:00–18:00) at Le Calin. Entry is free.
Canal-side film festival (free)
A building wall on Tennoz Canal becomes a giant screen. On Friday, October 30, from 18:30 until about 21:00, the boardwalk shows Samurai Time Slipper (侍タイムスリッパー). Admission is free. Since Friday food trucks are at CANAL EAST until 21:00, you can pick up dinner and watch the film after work.
Getting there
Tennoz Isle Station is served by both the Tokyo Monorail and the Rinkai Line. Walking from JR Shinagawa Station (Konan exit) is possible but takes 15–23 minutes depending on the venue.
| Venue | From Tennoz Isle Station | From JR Shinagawa (Konan exit) | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL EAST | About 5 min on foot from the Monorail Central exit or Rinkai Line Exit B | About 15 min | No car parking; bicycle parking available |
| Isle Shinagawa | About 1 min on foot from the Monorail South exit or Rinkai Line Exit B | About 20 min | No car parking; bicycle parking available |
| Seafort Square | Directly connected to the Monorail Central exit; about 4 min from Rinkai Line Exit A | About 23 min | Parking available |
Planning your day
| Day | Good for |
|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 (evening) | Food trucks at CANAL EAST and the canal-side movie from 18:30 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Police vehicles (11:00–14:00), comedy around 13:00 and 15:30, the bazaar, food trucks at all three spots |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Fire engines (11:00–15:00), the bazaar, food trucks at all three spots; the festival closes at 18:00 |
- Book the paid parts early. Kids’ University workshops and the Shinagawa Cruise are booked through Peatix, and each has its own fee and time slots.
- Spread across four areas. Seafort Square has most of the kids’ content, while CANAL EAST is the evening food spot. Allow time to walk between them.
- Keep your phone charged. Between maps, photos and booking pages, batteries drain fast on a full day out. If you have a docomo account, d VALUE PASS offers free ChargeSPOT power bank rentals.
- More outings this season. For other weekend plans, see the Musashino Art University Festival guide or the Asoview campaign with discounts on family attractions.
FAQ
- Is Tennoz Canal Fes free to attend?
- Yes, admission is free. Some programs charge a fee, such as the Shinagawa Cruise and some Kids’ University workshops.
- Do I need to book the Kids’ University workshops?
- Booking is through Peatix. Fees and times differ by program, so check each booking page before you go.
- How long is the Shinagawa Cruise and how much does it cost?
- It takes about 55 minutes. Day sailings cost ¥2,000 for adults and ¥1,000 for children, and night sailings cost ¥3,000 for adults and ¥1,500 for children. Preschoolers ride free on an adult’s lap.
- Is there parking?
- Seafort Square has parking. CANAL EAST and Isle Shinagawa have no car parking but do have bicycle parking.
- What happens if the weather is bad?
- Dates and content may change, or events may be cancelled. Announcements are posted on the festival’s official Instagram.
Details in this article are based on the organizer’s announcement as of October 16, 2026. Please check the official festival site for the full program and the latest information.