Young Family Suggestions
Small children – noisy unpleasant irksome creatures though they may be to others, we love ’em dearly and sometimes we even like to take them away on holiday with us, so it’s good to know that once you arrive on the other side of the world that there will be things to keep the little ones amused.
Fortunately, Japan offers plenty for kids to do; here’s a small selection to give you an idea of what’s possible.
Enjoy a day out at the Tokyo Disney Resort!
Tokyo Disney Resort offers two separate parks to enjoy:
Disneyland & DisneySea
Meet Harry Potter and more at Universal Studios Japan!
All the family favourites and so much more at Osaka’s premier Amusement Park.
Get up close and personal with the Snow Monkeys!
Famous around the world, bring the kids to see the snow monkeys for themselves!
Travel back in time at Edo Wonderland!
Ninja, samurai, geisha and more at this Edo Period Theme Park!
Take the kids to see how cars are made!
Tour the factory then explore the museum to learn about Toyota’s past and future.
Watch samurai movies being filmed!
Wander around a reconstructed historical town and step back into Japan’s past…
Thrills galore at Japan’s most scenic Amusement Park!
Get amazing views of Mt Fuji as you ride some of the world’s best rollercoasters!
Take the kids to Japan’s largest water park!
An amusement park and waterpark in one – fun for all the family!
Traditional Cosplay fun for all the family!
Fun for both foreign tourists and Japanese visitors to Kyoto, dressing up in traditional style for a photo session is a very popular activity.
Visit Totoro’s magical kingdom!
If your kids enjoy Ghibli movies, they’ll want you to bring them here!
Learn how to draw Manga like a pro!
Who will be the best artist in the family?
Visit Hello Kitty’s Amusement Park!
Visit the home of Japan’s most enduring and popular cute character!
Say Hi to the deer in Nara Park!
Make sure you buy some sembei crackers to feed them or they’ll have your lunch!
Meet Asimo the Robot!
The kids are sure to love a visit to this amazing science museum!
Visit the home of Dragonball Z, Sailormoon and many others!
Fans of Japanese anime? You’ll love this animation museum!