Menu
Travel & Tourism

Children: Days Out For Kids

Gaien Park Adventure Land
Playground for children with mountains, waterfalls and log cabins. Open daily 10:00-17:00 (March to October); 10:00-16:40 (November to February). Located at 1-1 Kasumigaoka, Shinjuku-ku.
Origami Kaikan Company
International Origami Center, learn origami, Japanese paper folding lessons, origami practice, hand dyeing Japanese paper, Japan culture activity and origami lessons. Open Monday to Saturday 10:00-17:30 at 1-7-14 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku. .
Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Zoo
Ueno zoological gardens, Tokyo childrens zoo, gorillas, tigers, elephants, giant panda bears, Japanese animal zoo and many more. Open everyday 09:30-17:00 except Mondays (also closed Tuesday if Monday is holiday). Located at 9-83 Ueno Park, Taito-ku.
Ghibuli Museum, Mitaka
Childrens museum. Open Monday, Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00. Tickets must be purchased every 10th of the month before your next months visit at Lawson convenience store. Located at 1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-ku.
Tokyo Metropolitan Childrens Hall
Large scale public childrens hall where children can play independently. Also available for childrens parties upon reservation. Located at 1-18-24 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku.
National Childrens Castle
Organizes artistic, athletic, healthy, inventive, imaginative and cultural activities for children. Baby stroller storage, nursing and changing rooms, coin lockers are available. Located at 5-53-1 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku.
Toyota Mega Web
Vehicle themed facility where participants can take a 1 hour refresher course held twice every Sunday morning. Located at 1-3-12 Aomi, Koto-ku.
The Police Museum
With exhibits about the history of the police force in Japan, collection of Japanese police artifacts and an interactive computer equipment. A motorcycle and helicopter is also on display. Located at 3-5-1 Kyobashi, Chuo, Tokyo 104-0031.
Suginami Animation Museum
Museum of Japanese anime displaying the past, present and future of anime. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00 at Suginami Kaikan 3F, 3-29-5 Kamioga, Suginami-ku.
TeNQ
Entertainment museum with nine areas of interactive discovery about the universe through special sound and lighting effect. Located at the Tokyo Dome City, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0004.
Pokemon Center
Specialist store for Pokemon goods. Open Monday to Friday 11:00-20:00; weekend and holiday 10:00-19:00. Located at Shiodome Shibarikyu Building 2F, 1-2-3 Kaigan, Minato-ku.
Zoorasia
With seven ecological zones that mimics the naturals environment of the resident animals. With  nature trails and recreation areas. Open from 9:30 to 16:30, closed on Tuesdays. Located at 1175-1 Kamishirane cho, Asahi, Yokohama 241-0001.
Kandu
Child activity center where kids can dress up and pretend to work at several different jobs. The concept is to teach kids about working in an enjoyable, fun atmosphere. Located at Aeon Shopping Mall, Makuhari, Chiba city, Chiba prefecture.
Hanayashiki
Tokyo amusement park located nearby Sensoji Temple in Asakusa. There are approximately 20 rides available with many of them for younger children. Open everyday from 10:00-18:00 at 2-28-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0032.
Science Museum
Interactive museum promoting public understanding of science and technology. Open Thursday to Tuesday 09:30-16:50. Located at 2-1 Kitanomaru-koen, Chiyoda-ku.
KidZania Tokyo
With over 90 different activities that children can do. There is a special play area for toddlers and a parents lounge. Open daily in two shifts: 09:00-15:00 and 16:00-21:00.
Epson Aqua Stadium
Shinagawa aquarium, tropical fish, dolphin show, sea lion show, Tokyo indoor entertainment and sharks. Open weekdays 12:00-22:00, Saturdays 10:00-22:00, Sundays/Holidays 10:00-21:00. Located at Prince Hotel Shinagawa 4-10-30 Takanawa, Minato-ku...
Museum of Tin Toys
With a display of 3,000 tin-plate antique toys made between the 1890s and the 1960s. Open from 9:30 to 18:00. Located at 1175-1 Kamishirane cho, Asahi, Kanagawa, Yokohama 241-0001.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Tour
Tour of government buildings including Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly Hall and Observation platform on 45F. Tour available every weekday from 10:00-15:00 at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Main Building No. 1, 1F, 2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku.
Inokashira Park Zoo
Home to animals native of Japan such as tanuki, fennecs, masked palm civets, Yaku deer, and red-crowned cranes. Open from 9:30 to 17:00, closed on Mondays.  Located at  1-17-6 Gotenyama, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0005.
Baby Loves Disco Japan
Afternoon dance party for toddlers, pre-schoolers and parents. With bubble machines, a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles), diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks and dancing. Located at 4-2-35  Roppongi, Minato...
Tokyo Anime Center
Shop selling souvenirs, character merchandise and T-shirts and a tiny exhibition area displaying rough sketches, costumes and the like. Open from 11:00 to 19:00, closed on Mondays. Located at 4-14-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021.
Ohshima Park Zoo
Houses about 750 animals of 65 different species including breeding endangered species such as Aldabra giant tortoises and Japanese wood pigeons. O...
Tokyo Summerland
Outdoor water activities and adventure for kids and adults. Operation schedule varies, refer to the website.
LaQua Tokyo Dome City
Attractions include the Big O, Thunder Dolphin, Wonder Drop, Venus Lagoon, The Dive, water symphony and a garden stage. Located at 1-3-61, Koraku, Bunkyo-ku.
Hato Bus Company
Sightseeing tourist bus Tokyo, half day or full day scheduled tours, can make reservations in advance or last minute is ok if seats available. Pick up located at Hamamatsucho bus terminal, Minato-ku. Some hotel free pick up available, see websi...
Tama Zoo
Houses a variety of Japanese, Australian, African and Asian animals and an insectarium where various and rare insects are bred and exhibited. Open from 9:30 to 17:00, closed on Wednesdays. Located at 7-1-1 Hodokubo, Hino-shi, Tokyo 191-0042.
Sanrio Puroland
Sanrio amusement park. Refer to the website for the accurate opening and closing hours. Located at 1-31 Ochiai, Tama-City.
The Tokyo Metropolitans Children Hall
Tokyo childrens playground, art and craft rooms, musical instruments, table games and a roof playground. 5 floors of activities for children of all ages at no charge (handicraft materials fee). Open everyday 09:00-17:00 at 1-18-24 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku.
Asobono Tokyo Dome City
Indoor play grounds for kids. The area is divided into five themed areas where both children and parents can play and enjoy. Located at 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0004.
SPO-DORI!
Consists of three areas, where kids can enjoy baseball, golf, and bouldering. Lessons are also available. Open daily from 10:00-22:00. Located at Tokyo Dome City, 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0004.
Anpanman Museum
Childrens activity area in Yokohama featuring Anpanman cartoon characters. Open everyday from 10:00-18:00 with last admission at 17:00. Address is 4-3-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama city.
Tokyo Sea Life Park
Tokyo aquarium, variety of fish to enjoy, Humboldt penguins, Japanese fish aquarium and more. Open everyday 09:30-17:00 except closed every Wednesday (also closed Thursday if Wednesday is a public holiday). Located at 6-2-3 Rinkai-cho, Edogawa-ku.
National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Displays include the brain, internet, solar system, International Space Station, robots, science workshop, the genome and deep sea. Open everyday from 10:00-17:00 except Tuesday. Located at 2-3-6 Aomi, Koto-ku.

Login

Sign up