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Recommended Hotels

So central (just a minute or two from Shibuya Crossing). Incredible facilities and an amazing buffet breakfast.

Perfect for families who would like an apartment style hotel with a kitchenette and a swimming pool. Higher price point but also SO worth it.

My favourite hotel to recommend to families staying in Tokyo. Great area with the park and swan boats nearby. Spacious rooms with kitchenettes and bunk beds. A public bath on the top floor ( no swimsuits allowed, of course.)

Higher end business hotel. Extremely family friendly area. Public bath on the top floor (no swimsuits allowed, of course.)

Close to the station and so easy to get everywhere. It's on the Yamanote line. Spacious rooms with bunks and kitchenettes.

Quieter quaint area but still on the Yamanote line so it's so easy to get everywhere. Big hotel rooms for Japan and some suites for families with kitchens too.

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You made it! Now to settle in and start exploring !

I always believe that the first day can really set the scene for the rest of the Japan holiday. So, let's make sure everyone in the family gets the vibe - "Whoa - ok. We are really in Japan now!" Today is "big city" day. Time to go a convenience store and everyone chooses at least one snack. See our Japanese convenience store favourite items at thetokyochapter.com if you'd like to see pictures of what we like and also for help on buying different types of milk etc. When it is time to head out - I recommend starting with Shibuya .

1. Shibuya Crossing

일본 〒150-0042 도쿄도 시부야구 우다가와초 21

4.5

Cross the crossing. Take in the signs, the sounds, see the amount of people heading off to work? I have pictures of us visiting Shibuya Crossing with kids here. thetokyochapter.com/shibuya-crossing-with-kids

2. Shibuya Nishimura Fruit Parlor Dogenzaka Shop

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 22−２１F

4.0

매일: 10am-9pm

Walk to Nishimura Fruits Parlor - just to look at the expensive fancy fruit prices through the window (no touching!) These are some posh produce !

3. 맥스 파크 루프탑 시부야 크로싱

1-chōme-23-10 Jinnan, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0041 일본

4.0

매일: 10am-10pm

Head up to Mag's Park for incredible views of Shibuya Crossing. No need to purchase tickets ahead of time (on the day is fine.)

4. 시부야109

2-chōme-29-1 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043 일본

4.0

매일: 10am-9pm

If someone in the family is keen to see or purchase some colourful, wacky cheap and cheerful fashion then this is the place for you! Floors and floors of teen fashion (this store if for women but there is a men's equivalent also close by.)

5. 시부야 구립 나베시마쇼토 공원

2-chōme-10-7 Shōtō, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0046 일본

3.9

If kids are needing some park time, this is a simple neighbourhood playground. There are public restrooms here too.

6. 우오베이 시부야 도겐자카점

일본 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dōgenzaka, 2-chōme−29−１１ Central Bldg. 6, １階

4.3

주중: 11am-11pm, 토-일: 10am-11pm

Go here for an affordable sushi train restaurant. Kids can order on the ipad. Very casual and is easy with kids. They have options that are closer to Western Sushi options (cooked chicken or beef burgers inside sushi rolls as well as the more traditional raw fish options.). They have high chairs here. No need for reservation. Less crowded before midday and after 1:30pm.

7. 코테가에시 오코노미야끼 5층

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 25−４ 5階

4.2

월-목: 12pm-10pm, 금: 12pm-11pm, 토: 11am-11pm, 일: 11am-10pm

A lunch alternative to a sushi train. This is an okonomiyaki and yakisoba restaurant. Each table has it's own teppan hot plate and the staff will help you cook your own! See here for tips on how to order a vegetarian version of okonomiyaki. thetokyochapter.com/how-to-order-a-vegetarian-okonomiyaki-in-japanese Make a reservation here using google or tabelog.

8. THE RIGOLETTO

일본 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 1-chōme−23−２１渋谷キャスト GF 1F

4.2

월-목: 11am-11pm, 금-토: 11am-12am, 일: 11am-10pm

For families who would prefer to eat italian-fusion food: I recommend The Rigoletto. They are happy to do half & half pizzas and have several vegan and gluten free dishes. Please note there is a service charge of 440 yen per person if dining here after 5pm. Best to make a reservation but you can also try for a walk-in.

9. 모모파라다이스 시부야센터가이점(구 나베조)

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 31−2 渋谷 6F

4.9

매일: 5pm-10pm

Lunch or dinner suggestion: all you can eat meat and veg sukiyaki and shabu shabu. Includes all you can drink soft-drink and desserts like ice-cream too! They have high chairs. Sooo kid-friendly and the staff are so kind.

10. 디즈니 스토어 시부야점

20-15 Udagawachō, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042 일본

4.2

주중: 11am-8pm, 토-일: 10am-8pm

After lunch, walk to the famous Disney store in Shibuya. Warning: there are lots of stairs between floors here - but kids are so excited by the set up that they rarely are bothered. Each section of the store is decorated so beautifully. See for pictures of our visits to the Disney Store in Shibuya thetokyochapter.com/that-tokyo-disney-store-in-shibuya

11. Rainbow Karaoke Shibuya

일본 〒150-0041 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jinnan, 1-chōme−21−３渋谷モディ８Ｆ

4.2

매일: 11am-5am

For a fun afternoon activity, head to Rainbow Karaoke for a family karaoke session in your own private room. One room even has a full drum kit! Order drinks and fries or ice-cream from the phone in your room. I explain how to make the most of karaoke time with kids here. thetokyochapter.com/how-to-take-kids-to-karaoke-in-japan This is also a fabulous RAINY DAY activity. Read more about Rainbow Karaoke here. thetokyochapter.com/rainbow-karaoke-in-shibuya

12. Yamashita Honki Udon - Shibuya Center Street

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 21−７渋谷ガーデンビル

3.6

Follow directions to this restaurant but NOT for the food. Instead, look up ! Check out the 3D panda billboard! This is right near Shibuya Crossing.

13. Daiso Shibuya Mark City Store

일본 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dōgenzaka, 1-chōme−12−１渋谷マークシティ１階

4.2

매일: 9am-9pm

Pop in here to buy some 100 yen toys to play with in the park tomorrow and some stickers and colouring books to use in restaurants.

14. 포켓몬센터 시부야

일본 〒150-8377 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 15−１渋谷PARCO 6F

4.3

매일: 10am-9pm

If still going strong, walk on further to the Pokemon Store. Warning : this place can be busy on weekends. Here is all my info on cool places to visit in Japan for Pokemon fans. thetokyochapter.com/for-pokemon-fans-in-japan-where-to-buy-pokemon-cards-in-japan

15. 시부야교자 시부야본점

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 30−３アトラス渋谷ビル２Ｆ

3.9

월-목: 11am-11pm, 금: 11am-12am, 토: 11am-4am, 일: 11am-11pm

Dinner suggestion. Casual gyoza, fried chicken or fried rice. Also open for lunch.

16. Wan Izakaya Shibuya-spain

일본 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 6-chōme−23−１３−７コヤスワン5F

4.3

월-수: 5pm-1am, 목-토: 5pm-3am, 일: 5pm-1am

A Japanese izakaya that welcomes children. All diners have their own private rooms and a bell to order more food. Like most izakaya in Japan, the idea is to order lots of little dishes to share over the time. you are there. No need to order everything at the start. Have some, order again or order more of something different. For fussy eaters? They also have fried chicken and fries. See here for images of our visits to this izakaya, as a family, including how to find this spots. thetokyochapter.com/restaurants-for-dinner-with-kids-in-shibuya

17. TGI FRIDAYS Shibuya-Jinnan

일본 〒150-0041 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jinnan, 1-chōme−19−３ハイマンテン神南ビル 2F

4.2

매일: 11am-11pm

A western food option for families. It is just across the road from the Pokemon Centre.

18. 스시 히쵸 Sushi Hichou

일본 〒150-0031 Tokyo, Shibuya, 桜ヶ丘3−４渋谷サクラステージ SAKURAサイド1F

4.5

매일: 5pm-11pm

High end sushi / omakase with children. Sushi Hicho is just so so beautiful. They do allow children but the restaurant is small (only seats 24) so, for me, I would only feel comfortable bringing a sleeping baby in a stroller or carrier or a child old enough to sit quietly and eat and enjoy the sushi and sashimi. Please budget 8000 yen per person at lunch time and more like 15,000 yen for dinner. They accept most major credit cards. See the full menu at Sushi Hicho here. This is a non-smoking restaurant. As with all high end sushi restaurants, customers are asked to not wear any perfume or cologne. Read here about taking children to high end / omakase dining in Japan thetokyochapter.com/kid-friendly-sushi-restaurants-with-omakase-courses

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A city day with lots of time for play and green space

Best to have a stroller for this day. I also recommend download the mamapap map app in order to know all of the restrooms and baby change spaces in the area.

19. 요요기 공원

2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0052 일본

4.4

Start the day at Yoyogi Park for a run around and a play. Take a pack of Japanese bubble wands, yoyos, kites or ball games for kids from the 100 yen store. Take a breakfast picnic using convenience store options (suggestions here thetokyochapter.com/what-snacks-can-i-get-for-kids-while-on-the-go) or grab treats from The Little Bakery Tokyo first (opens at 9am) There are also kiosks throughout the park with some simple snack options. It is also possible to rent bicycles for the whole family here - including kids bikes, tandem bikes and parent & child mamachari electric bikes in Yoyogi Park with prices starting at 100 yen. Google "Yoyogi Park Cycling Center" to find the pick up location.

20. 메이지 신궁

1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557 일본

4.6

Take a walk from Yoyogi Park to Meiji Shrine. The entrance is next to the park but there is a lovely leafy green walk into the shrine (best to have a stroller.) Keep an eye out for Japanese weddings being held here - especially on weekends. Read here for more information and images of our visits to Meiji Jingu here. thetokyochapter.com/fun-for-kidlets-around-meiji-shrine

21. 타케시타 거리

Takeshita St, 1-chōme Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

Take a walk down the busy Takeshita Street (make sure kids have used the bathroom before you begin.) This is a great place for children to spend their travel money on little knick-knacks. It's touristy here but it's also fun. I lots of images and more info on our favourite places to visit on this street and in the nearby area here thetokyochapter.com/the-harajuku-omotesando-area-with-kids

22. PURIKURA Shop NOA Takeshita Street

B1, 1-chōme-17-5 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

4.5

매일: 8am-11pm

Take photo booth stickers here as a family. Make sure you have cash for this. Let kids do all the decorations and push the buttons and insert coins etc. These stickers make for wonderful keepsakes.

23. Mooosh Squishy

1-chōme-16-7 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

3.9

매일: 10am-6pm

A store that specialises in squishy toys - many of them are shaped like popular Japanese foods and snacks.

24. 토티 캔디 팩토리

일본 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 1-chōme−16−５Ｒｙｕあぱるとまん 2F

4.2

주중: 10am-7pm, 토-일: 9am-8pm

Stop at Totti Candy Factory for giant fairy floss / cotton candy.

25. BorneLund

1-chōme-3-12 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

4.2

If kids need a wriggle at the end of the street, this toy shop has a small slide and climbing frame out front.

26. 곤파치 노리데마키 하라주쿠

6-chōme-35-3 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

4.5

매일: 11am-11pm

Lunch suggestion: Kid-friendly hand-rolled sushi restaurant (they can also do cauliflower rice). Try the Shrimp Tempura Nori Temaki ! I have more information on this restaurant and lots of photos here. thetokyochapter.com/brand-new-gonpachi-nori-temaki-sushi-restaurant-harajuku

27. LAS DOS CARAS MODERN MEXICANO Y TACOS

일본 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 1-chōme−10−３７ CASCADE HARAJUKU１F B１

4.0

월-목: 11am-10pm, 금-토: 11am-11pm, 일: 11am-10pm

Alternative lunch option: Modern Mexican. Kid-friendly.

28. 로라스 컵케이크

일본 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 1-chōme−10−３７ 2F

3.8

매일: 11am-8pm

Visit Lola's cupcakes after lunch for a takeaway treat.

29. Mr. Farmer

일본 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 4-chōme−5−１２セピア原宿ビル 1Ｆ

4.1

주중: 10am-9pm, 토-일: 9am-9pm

Fresh salads, soups, fresh juice. Lots of vegetarian and vegan meals.

30. 키디랜드 하라주쿠점

6-chōme-1-9 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001 일본

4.3

매일: 11am-8pm

Time for some toy and souvenir shopping. This toy store has floors and floors of goodies to check out. Take the elevator to the top floor and work your way down.

31. 사쿠라자카

Sakurazaka, 1-chōme Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0052 일본

Time for park time ! One of my children's favourite park's is Sakurazaka (aka Robot Park). It's possible to take a train from Harajuku but, with kids, I recommend just jumping in a taxi as it will just take 11 mins to get there. There is a public toilet across the road. Visit Bricolage Bread & Co nearby for treats to eat while kids play on all of the colourful slides and the big rollerslide. See photos of this beautiful playground here. thetokyochapter.com/robot-park-roppongi

32. 모리 정원

6-chōme-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-6108 일본

4.1

Visit the small urban Japanese garden "Mohri Garden" for a few pictures. It is especially beautiful in Spring and Autumn.

33. 롯폰기 츠타야 서점

일본 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6-chōme−11−１六本木ヒルズ六本木けやき坂通り

4.2

매일: 9am-11pm

After the park, go to the Tsutaya Bookstore with a big Starbucks inside. There is also a children's reading section.

34. DOG&CAT JOKER 六本木店

일본 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6-chōme−10−１六本木ヒルズヒルサイド B1

3.6

매일: 11am-8pm

Walk into the Roppongi Hills Shopping Complex and visit this dog and cat salon and watch these fancy pets having their baths (there is a pet store right here too.)

35. 롯폰기 힐스

6-chōme-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-6108 일본

4.2

Visit the free playspace for babies and children 6 and under on the B2 floor of the Roppongi Hills Complex. There are also nursing rooms, changing spaces and toys and books for children to play with. In case you can't find it - it's right near the Bornelund and Lego stores.

36. Maman by Louise Bourgeois

6-chōme-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0032 일본

4.5

Take the escalator up to see the Maman Spider Statue at Roppongi Hills. There is also a fabulous view of Tokyo Tower from here - makes for beautiful family photos. You can also go up to the Mori Tower observation deck on the 52nd floor here too, if you'd like.

37. 오비카 롯폰기힐즈

일본 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6-chōme−4−１ヒルズハリウッドビューティプラザ 1F

4.1

매일: 11am-11pm

Dinner suggestion: Pizza & Pasta. They have high chairs. Gluten free pasta is an option. There is a kids menu. This is my daughter's favourite pasta in the world. Best to make a reservation and also bring stickers and colouring for kids for while waiting for food. This place has excellent customer service and feels a bit "fancy."

38. 곤파치 니시아자부

1-chōme-13-11 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031 일본

4.2

매일: 11am-3am

Alternative dinner suggestion: Gonpachi (aka the Kill Bill restaurant.) Make a reservation. They have high chairs. I have more information on this restaurant -including pictures here thetokyochapter.com/gonpachi-aka-the-kill-bill-restaurant-nishi-azabu

39. 아후리 롯폰기힐즈

일본 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6-chōme−4−１ヒルズメトロハット/ハリウッドプラザ B2F

4.6

매일: 11am-10pm

Alternative (and more casual) dinner suggestion: Ramen! Watch toddlers around hot bowls of noodles in soup, though - as all seating is counter seating. They also serve gyoza. There are 2 Afuri branches in Roppongi so you can google your closest one of the two. No reservations here. Card only payments accepted.

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The Themepark with the jobs for kids & Team Lab Planets

This is easier day logistically for parents as all of the activities are in one spot. A large portion of the day is spent indoors - making it a lovely day of respite from the cold, hot or rainy weather. It is an early start but the day can wrap up nice and early for an early bedtime. *Pack shorts for everyone for the Team Lab Planets portion of the day.

40. 유리카모메 여행 및 SMALL WORLDS TOKYO 방문을 위한 데이 패스

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Even if taxi is an option is STILL recommend taking the Yurikamome (monorail style train). Make sure you're waiting for the front carriage - as it's an unmanned train, kids get a fab view of the tracks while moving and kids feel like they are driving. My kids LOVE it. I have pictures of my children riding the Yurikamome (at the front) here. thetokyochapter.com/odaiba-with-kids Get off at Toyosu Station.

41. 키자니아 도쿄

일본 〒135-8614 Tokyo, Koto City, Toyosu, 2-chōme−4−９ 3F アーバンドックららぽーと豊洲1 ノースポート

4.2

매일: 4pm-9pm

Reserve the morning shift at Kidzania ahead of time. I have written in detail about this indoor amusement park where children get to try lots of different jobs here. thetokyochapter.com/kidzania-tokyo Kidzania is located inside Lalaport Shopping Complex. Eat lunch at the restaurants inside Kidzania or at the food court on the ground floor inside Lalaport Toyosu (there is fast food, ramen, KFC etc.) You will exit Kidzania between 2-3pm.

42. 도요스 공원

2-chōme-3-6 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061 일본

4.2

Time for some free play and downtime. This park and playground also has a splash pad in the summer months. This is a lovely big park full of lots of local children playing. See pictures of this park and the play equipment etc. here. thetokyochapter.com/where-to-go-before-or-after-team-lab-planets

43. teamLab 플래닛츠 도쿄 입장권 – 디지털 아트 박물관

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2 hours

Reserve Team Lab Planets ahead of time for a 4:30pm session. I have written about how we make the most of our time at Team Lab Planets here. thetokyochapter.com/team-lab-dmm-planets

44. 미니어처 어드벤처: 스몰 월즈 도쿄 입장권

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3 hours

Alternative to Team Lab Planets, visit Small Worlds Tokyo (for kids who like to see a museum of miniatures.) I have written in detail about small worlds here. thetokyochapter.com/small-worlds-odaiba Have a look through and see if it appeals?

45. ALOHA TABLE LaLaport Toyosu 3

일본 〒135-0061 Tokyo, Koto City, Toyosu, 2-chōme−2−１アーバンドックららぽーと豊洲３１F

3.7

매일: 11am-10pm

Dinner suggestion: Colourful salads, kids plates with a free toy included. My kids love the pancakes here - especially as they come with a chocolate pen for decorating your own meal. I have pictures of my kids loving Aloha Table in this article here. thetokyochapter.com/where-to-go-before-or-after-team-lab-planets

46. 100 Spoons Toyosu

일본 〒135-0061 Tokyo, Koto City, Toyosu, 2-chōme−2−１アーバンドックららぽーと豊洲3 1F

3.8

주중: 11am-10pm, 토-일: 10am-10pm

Alternative dinner suggestion: French, Italian-Japanese fusion. They have high chairs. Popular on weekends.

47. Bubba Gump Shrimp LaLaport Toyosu

일본 〒135-8614 Tokyo, Koto City, Toyosu, 2-chōme−4−９アーバンドッグららぽーと豊洲 3F

4.1

매일: 11am-9pm

Alternative dinner suggestion: Lots of gluten free options. Kids meals (10 year olds and younger) are a little under 1000 yen and include options such as cheeseburgers, popcorn shrimp and fries, fish & chips, chicken strips, pepperoni pizza. Please note that there is a service charge of 10% put on the bill at the end.

Recommended Hotels

Kids are given a little amenities kit when checking in . They have a public bath AND a thermal spring (in the thermal spring swimsuits are allowed - this is very rare for Japan) This hotel is great for gluten free guests. Many rooms have a private bath on their balcony.

A mixture of Japanese and western style rooms. There is an open air onsen and a private bath to rent for an hour for just you and your family. Unlimited tea and coffee in the lounge. There is a soft play space for babies on the second floor.

This ryokan welcomes families. You can choose a room with a private open air bath and there are 3 communal baths.

Probably one of my favourite places to stay in the whole world. I've written in detail about this place here. https://www.thetokyochapter.com/my-favourite-one-night-getaway-outside-of-tokyo/

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4일차

Rental car pick-up car + Hakone (Lake Ashi)

Collect a rental car from Tokyo (you'll return the car to Tokyo in a few days - in Japan it gets crazy expensive and difficult when your drop off and pick up spot is different when hiring a rental car.). Today you will each need a jacket as it will be cold at the top of the ropeway.

1. 도쿄

일본 〒100-0005 도쿄도 지요다구 마루노우치 1 조메−9

4.3

2. Lake Ashi Pleasure Boat Moto-hakone Port

45-3 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522 일본

4.1

주중: 10am-4pm, 토-일: 9am-5pm

Drive to Hakone after collecting a rental car. Here are some of my tips on driving in Japan: thetokyochapter.com/driving-in-japan-my-experiences Drive to this port. There is coin parking right next to it. On google maps, the parking comes up as P6 on the map. Before you go to eat at the bakery, check the boat timetable and buy your return tickets to Hakone-En and back (get the ropeway included ticket.)

3. 베이커리 앤드 테이블

일본 〒250-0522 Kanagawa, Ashigarashimo District, Hakone, Motohakone, ９−１

4.1

매일: 9am-5pm

Have lunch or a morning tea break here. You can dine in at the cafe or sit out on the grass out front and kids can play (you're right on the lake so the view is really nice too.). Then return to the pleasure boat port and take a boat across the lake to Hakone-en. Keep an eye out for an incredible view of Mt Fuji on a clear day. I have pictures of the views here: thetokyochapter.com/lake-ashi-day-out-to-see-fuji

4. Lake Ashi Pleasure Boat Hakoneen Port

138 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522 일본

4.1

주중: 10am-4pm, 토-일: 9am-5pm

Once you have arrived, decide whether you would like to ride the swanboats or see if there are pony rides or fake snow toboggan rides for little kids- or if you want to move onto the ropeway straight away.

5. Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522 일본

Take the ropeway up to the top- Mt Komagatake.

6. Komagatake Ropeway Top Station

일본 〒250-0522 가나가와현 Ashigarashimo District, 하코네마치 모토하코네

4.3

매일: 9am-4pm

Once off at the top, everyone goes right but, inside, make your way to the left for the MOST incredible Mt Fuji views. It will be much colder up here so this is the time to bring out the jackets. thetokyochapter.com/lake-ashi-day-out-to-see-fuji

7. 하코네 모토츠미야

８０-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522 일본

4.4

매일: 8am-5pm

Take a walk around the shrine up top before making your way down the ropeway again. Take the next boat back to the port and return to the car. Drive you your accommodation and, if staying in a ryokan, try and arrive as close to check in time as possible. A ryokan is meant to be enjoyed from start to finish. The reason? They are designed for relaxation and luxury. I speak more about ryokans here. thetokyochapter.com/my-family-friendly-ryokans-in-japan Dinner and breakfast are also part of the experience in ryokans so no need to worry about the logistics for those meals. Ask about kids plates options for pickier eaters.

하코네

5일차

Exploring Hakone as a family

During the day, after a slow breakfast, make your way to Hakone Open Air Museum (there is parking right outside)

8. 조각의 숲 미술관

1121 Ninotaira, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0493 일본

4.5

매일: 9am-5pm

Make sure you allow a good 3-4 hours here. They also have a restaurant and I really like the gift shop. Whatever you do - with kids- don't miss the foot bath hot springs and the giant crotchet playground of colourful nets. I have photos of my kids playing on all of our favourite areas at Hakone Open Air Museum here. thetokyochapter.com/hakone-open-air-museum

9. Gyoza Center

1300-537 Gōra, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408 일본

4.1

월-화: 5pm-7pm, 수: 11am-2pm, 금-일: 5pm-7pm

If you decide not to eat at the buffet restaurant inside the museum, this gyoza restaurant is also close by. This restaurant is cash only.

10. GORA BREWERY&GRILL

1300-72 Gōra, Hakone, Ashigarakami District, Kanagawa 250-0408 일본

4.3

매일: 1pm-8pm

They welcome kids and have good pizza. They have a gluten free menu. The caesar salad here is exceptional. They also have a footbath here. The entire venue is non-smoking. Best to make a reservation. Budget for 3000 yen per adult at lunch and more like 5000 yen at dinner time. There is a 500 yen table charge when you dine here. They accept most major credit cards. They have a beautiful view over a private garden (lots of ginko trees in Autumn.)

11. Children's Forest Wanpaku Land

4377-1 Kuno, Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0055 일본

4.3

화-일: 9am-4pm

If the afternoon, drive to this big adventure playground. So many giant roller slides. Entrance is free - parking is under 1000 yen. There are 3 playgrounds here, a (kind of yucky) petting zoo and a splash zone section in July and August. There is a small train that you can purchase a ticket for that will take you around the park. My kids called one section of the playground the "ninja warrior section." I have written about this park in detail here. thetokyochapter.com/a-roadtrip-out-of-tokyo-or-hakone-odawara-wanpaku-land

후지카와구치코

6일차

Moving on to the Fujikawaguchiko / Fujiyoshida area

For these next two days I've tried to include as many amazing spots for families that also have an incredible Mt Fuji backdrop. My recommended hotels : Rakuten Villa Kawaguchiko, Villa Fuji Bon Yoyage Sora, Bessho Sasa Ryokan, Fuji View Hotel.

1. 하코네신사

80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522 일본

4.4

Time to leave for outdoor, spacious fun!

2. Grinpa

일본 〒410-1231 Shizuoka, Susono, Suyama, 藤原２４２７

3.7

월-일: 9am-4pm

Drive to Grinpa. A large section of this very retro amusement park is Sylvanian Family themed. It's so so cute. Beforehand or afterwards, be sure to stop at a SA (service area) along the highways. They are like mini shopping malls and have such good food! thetokyochapter.com/sylvanian-family-best-fuji-view-biggest-bouncy-castles-ever

3. 마카이노 목장

1327-1 Utsuno, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka 418-0104 일본

4.2

매일: 9am-5pm

Travel on to Makaino Farm. I have written about Makaino Farm here. thetokyochapter.com/makaino-farm

4. 가와구치 호

일본 야마나시현 Minamitsuru District, 후지카와구치코마치 가와구치 호

4.6

Make your way to your accommodation in Kawaguchiko / Fujiyoshida for the night

후지카와구치코

7일차

Last day of epic Mt Fuji views and then return the car to Tokyo

Return the car to Tokyo in the afternoon or evening and stay one night in Tokyo (either near the car rental drop off spot or near Shinagawa Station.)

5. 가와구치 호

일본 야마나시현 Minamitsuru District, 후지카와구치코마치 가와구치 호

4.6

6. Fujisan Shokupan

3462-11 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0301 일본

4.4

월-일: 11am-6pm

7. 후지큐 하이랜드

5-chōme-6-1 Shinnishihara, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi 403-0017 일본

4.3

주중: 9am-6pm, 토: 9am-7pm, 일: 9am-6pm

Spend a few hours at FujiQ Highland. The Thomas-Land area for little kids and the thrill rides for the bigger kids. There are plenty of places to grab Japanese and Western food here.

8. 히라노노하마

13 Hirano, Yamanakako, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0502 일본

4.6

Alternative option for those who don't like theme parks. Drive to Hirano Beach (put 6 Hirano, Yamanakkako into google maps) This place has the most incredible Mt Fuji views. Tap here and you'll see what I mean.

9. Tarte Cafe

548-133 Hirano, Yamanakako, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0502 일본

4.0

월-일: 11am-8pm

If you choose the "alternative option" - stop here for lunch on the way back. The cutest little country house that serves salads and pizza. Afterwards, head back to Tokyo for one night. Return the rental car and get ready for a trip to Kyoto on the bullet train in the morning!

Recommended Hotels

Bunk beds, kitchenettes in each room, more spacious than most Japanese hotel rooms.

A beautiful apartment hotel - set up so beautifully.

Double and triple rooms - great amenities for little babies.

A business hotel made for tourists. Very affordable and it has everything you could need in a simple but modern hotel.

Great for larger families. Communal full kitchen. Rooftop space for guests. Japanese style rooms.

Great for families. Suite rooms accommodate up to 5 people.

Stay in your own Japanese tea house as a family. A beautiful Japanese bath inside the house too.

교토

8일차

Travel day! Moving to Kyoto!

Take a bullet train from either Shinagawa or Tokyo Station. I prefer Shinagawa with children as it is less busy and overwhelming - especially for Shinkansen (bullet train) travel with kids.

1. Shinagawa Station

일본 도쿄도 미나토구

3.7

As early as you can manage: take a bullet train to Kyoto from Shinagawa or Tokyo Station. I prefer Shinagawa with children as it is less busy and overwhelming - especially for Shinkansen (bullet train) travel with kids. I recommend arriving 40 minutes ahead of train departure time (even more time if you will need to grab breakfast at the station beforehand. - City Bakery inside Shinagawa Station is great, by the way.) This gives everyone time to go to the restroom, find their numbers on the platform that correlate with their designated carriage, grab an ekiben or snacks in the station or one the platform and also watch some other bullet trains fly by first - this makes it even more exciting. Here are some train ettiquette tips you can discuss with children ahead of time (and my general bullet train tips) thetokyochapter.com/shinkansen-travel-with-kids Keep an eye out for Mt Fuji around 40 mins into your trip on the right hand side (it doesn't matter if you aren't seated on that side of the train as there is plenty of time to take in Fuji on a clear day - and you will get a better view from the windows in between the carriages.)

2. 교토 역

일본 〒600-8216 교토부 교토시 시모교구 히가시시오코지 가마도노초

4.3

Put luggage in lockers at the station or drop off at the hotel before lunch.

3. CoCo Ichibanya - Minami Ward Hachijo Entrance

1 Higashikujō Kamitonodachō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8002 일본

4.6

매일: 11am-11pm

Lunch suggestion near Kyoto Station: Cocoichibanya Japanese Curry House. Everyone can choose their own toppings. The kids menu options come with a free toy. There is a vegan curry (even though it is labelled "vegetarian curry.") This restaurant is casual and affordable.

4. Pastamore - Kyoto Station

일본 〒600-8214 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōji Takakurachō, ８−３アスティ京都１Ｆ

3.8

매일: 8am-10pm

Another lunch suggestion: Cheap and cheerful kid-friendly restaurant for pizza, pasta, fries and desserts.

5. 고베 모토마치 도리아 교토요도바시점

일본 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, ５９０−２京都ヨドバシビル６F

3.7

매일: 11am-11pm

Another lunch suggestion near Kyoto Station: try Japanese Omurice or order hamburger steaks. Busy between midday and 1:30pm. There is a kids menu - the kids' plates are so cute.

6. Kyoto Railway Museum

일본 〒600-8835 교토부 교토시 시모교구 간키지초

4.5

월-일: 10am-5pm

Sounds like it would be boring but this place is so good - even for the grown ups. Check opening hours before visiting. I have written more about the Kyoto Railway Museum here. thetokyochapter.com/kyoto-railway-museum Take a taxi here from your hotel or the station if it's too far for kids to walk.

7. 우메코지 공원

56-3 Kankijichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8836 일본

4.2

This park has a lovely adventure playground for children! Play equipment but also train and tram carriages for kids to play in. I have pictures of this park here. thetokyochapter.com/umekoji-park-playground-in-kyoto

8. Shabu-Shabu Tajimaya - Kyoto-Yodobashi

일본 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, ５９０−２京都ヨドバシビル

3.6

Another lunch suggestion near Kyoto Station: All You Can Eat meat, veg and ice-cream sukiyaki and Shabu Shabu restaurant. They have space for strollers. Make a reservation beforehand (or ask your hotel to make it on your behalf.)

9. 이온몰 교토

1 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8417 일본

4.0

매일: 10am-9pm

The food court at Aeon Mall Kyoto has a range of different types of food and not everyone in the family has to eat the same thing, then. Also, just across from the food court is a game arcade with lots of Japanese arcade games - including claw machines.

교토

9일차

Exploring Kyoto

10. KYOTO SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM With Experience (Experience Floor of the Kyoto Samurai Ninja Museum)

292 Higashidaimonjichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8073 일본

4.9

매일: 10am-6pm

11. 니시키 시장

일본 〒604-8055 교토부 교토시 나카교구 히가시우오야초

4.3

Try lots of different street food along the way and even stop at the Snoopy Tea House within the market. I've written about Nishiki Market here. thetokyochapter.com/where-to-eat-near-nishiki-market-with-kids-kyoto

12. 키디랜드 교토 시조 가와라마치점

일본 〒604-8027 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Shioyachō, 344 1 階〜３階

4.3

매일: 11am-9pm

Check out this large toy store for souvenirs and toys.

13. MOON and BACK Ramen Bar & Brunch Cafe

585 Takamiyachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8056 일본

4.4

매일: 10am-10pm

Nearby lunch option: Vegan & Gluten Free Ramen options here. This restaurant has high chairs and space for strollers.

14. 교토 엔진 라멘

580-2 Nakanochō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8042 일본

4.5

매일: 12pm-10pm

Another lunch option: lots of vegan and gluten free ramen options here (including gluten free beer.) Walk-ins only.

15. Kirin City Shinkyogoku-ten

일본 〒604-8042 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakanochō, スタービル B1

4.2

매일: 11am-10pm

Another lunch option: Omurice, katsu, fried chicken, pizza, fries, ice-cream sundaes. This is a casual beer hall with lots of family friendly food options.

16. Tiger Gyoza Kaikan Shijo Karasuma

314-1 Uradeyamachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8155 일본

4.0

매일: 5pm-10pm

Another lunch option: gyoza, ramen, fried rice.

17. 교토 히가시야마 인력거 투어 – 12분 전통 승차 경험

교토

12 minutes

Make your way to the Higashiyama area for a ricksaw ride as a family.

18. 기요미즈데라

1-chōme-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862 일본

4.6

매일: 6am-6pm

Even if you take a cab or a bus to Kiyomizudera, it is a walk up the hill to the temple. The walk up is lined with shops and ice-cream options etc. After visiting the temple, chill out on the other side and check out the koi. I've written about our visits to Kiyomizudera with kids here thetokyochapter.com/kyotos-kiyomizudera-temple-with-kids

19. 고다이지

일본 〒605-0825 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Shimokawarachō, 高台寺下河原町５２６

4.4

매일: 9am-5pm

Alternative to Kiyomizu-dera. If you would prefer a quieter temple with less of a walk up with kids (and less tourists) then I recommend here instead. There is a small bamboo forest here too.

20. 스타벅스

349 Masuyachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0826 일본

4.4

매일: 8am-8pm

Visit the world's first Japan themed starbucks for some downtime afterwards.

21. 히가시야마구

일본 교토부 교토시 히가시야마구

Take a walk through the Higashiyama area as it gets dark. I know this map says 13 mins from Starbucks but this is just an area pinpoint - even just wandering around the streets near the Starbucks listed above is magical enough as it is. Take some beautiful photos. Read here about which streets in the Higashiyama / Gion area are closed to visitors. thetokyochapter.com/the-gion-streets-that-are-closed-to-tourists

22. Tokkyu Ramen Hiroshi

30-4 Bishamonchō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0812 일본

4.6

월-토: 11am-12am, 일: 11am-8pm

Dinner suggestion: A casual Mum & Pop ramen restaurant. The owners are so sweet. Cash only. Vegan and vegetarian options here too. They also sell gyoza.

23. 교자 차오차오

312-1 Junpūchō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8021 일본

4.5

매일: 2pm-11pm

Another dinner suggestion: Bite sized gyoza restaurant. They also serve meat-free gyoza and vegan options.

24. RIGOLETTO SMOKE GRILL & BAR

570-192 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074 일본

4.3

매일: 11am-10pm

Another dinner suggestion: A spanish/italian restaurant in the middle of the beautiful streets of Gion. It feels a little bit fancy so bring quiet activities for kids to complete at the table (colouring etc.)

교토

10일차

Arashiyama & Fushimi Inari

A slower day with lots of different types of Kyoto to see.

25. 교토 역

일본 〒600-8216 교토부 교토시 시모교구 히가시시오코지 가마도노초

4.3

Take a (normal) train from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama. Visit the convenience store at the Kyoto Station end of the Arashiyama Station end to have some snacks on hand for the day as there aren't shops everywhere like in the more populated areas.

26. % 아라비카 교토 아라시야마점

3-47 Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385 일본

4.2

매일: 9am-6pm

Start the morning at Arabica Coffee. Get it take away and walk along the river.

27. 빵과 에스프레소와 아라시야마 정원 "에스프레소와"

45-15 Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385 일본

4.1

매일: 8am-5pm

If the line at Arabica is too long, go here for coffee instead.

28. 교토 아라시야마 인력거 타기

교토

1 hour

Take a rickshaw as a family (2 or more depending on how many of you there are) through the bamboo forest.

29. 텐류지

일본 〒616-8385 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町６８

4.4

매일: 8am-5pm

Visit Tenryuji . It's an easy quick visit and it's so chill and beautiful. Afterwards, book a river boat ride OR, in Autumn and Winter, try your luck at a short tourist boat ride in a boat with a kotatsu (heater under the table) which is not far from the Rickshaw boarding point. Not as big of a time commitment either.

30. 스시 나리타야

일본 〒616-8385 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō, 嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場25嵐山スクエアウエストパ―ク

4.8

월-일: 11am-3pm

Lunch suggestion: gluten free options. Walk-ins are fine but it can get busy in high season. There is a space to store a stroller while you dine.

31. Arashiyama House MAMA

1-5 Arashiyama Nishiichikawachō, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-0003 일본

4.7

Another lunch suggestion: Pizza. Make a reservation here as it is so good that it's popular. They also do takeout.

32. 미피 사쿠라 키친 아라시야마점

20-27 Sagatenryūji Tsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384 일본

4.2

매일: 10am-5pm

Another lunch suggestion: this would be a light lunch suggestion as it's a Miffy themed bakery. It's so cute.

33. 기모노 포레스트

20-2 Sagatenryūji Tsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384 일본

4.2

Check out the Kimono Forest (even in the daytime) before it's time to head back to Kyoto. There is a Tully's Coffee next to the Kimono Forest if anyone needs a cookie or a coffee before you go.

34. 교토시

일본 교토부 교토시

Head back to Kyoto, early/mid afternoon. Have a rest afternoon and chilled dinner back at your hotel (see here if you want to make a hack meal out of convenience store food) thetokyochapter.com/japans-convenience-store-meal-hacks

35. 후시미 이나리 신사

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882 일본

4.6

Take kids for a late night walk at Fushimi Inari after dinner - they can even go in pjs. Get a vending machine or convenience store icecream afterwards. I've written about Fushimi Inari here. thetokyochapter.com/other-japanese-cities-kyotos-fushimi-inari-with-small-kids

교토

11일차

A day in Nara

Make your way to Nara by train when you wake up. No need to rush.

36. 나라 공원

일본 나라현 나라시

4.6

You don't have to be here super early so no need to rush. Make your way to the park and take photos with and feed the deer. Watch toddlers and smaller kids around the deer while feeding them though - I don't want them to get knocked over. Ask kids to bow before feeding the deer and watch the deer bow back!

37. 도다이지

406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8587 일본

4.7

매일: 7am-5pm

Visit the Big Buddha inside Todaiji. Be sure to climb through the hole in the pillar inside the temple - it's good luck and it's, apparently, the same size as buddha's nostril. This map says 33 mins but it's just the walk through the deer park to the temple entrance.

38. 나카타니도

29 Hashimotochō, Nara, 630-8217 일본

4.3

월-일: 10am-6pm

Walk to Nakatanidou to want the mochi pounding (10am-7pm.) If you watch, it's polite to buy a mochi (it's only 200 yen.)

39. 규카츠 교토가츠규 나라 공원점

일본 〒630-8213 Nara, Noboriōjichō, 30 バスターミナル 2F 奈良公園

3.9

주중: 11am-4pm, 토-일: 11am-5pm

Lunch suggestion: A crumbed beef cutlet restaurant served with different dipping sauces and rice. This restaurant is cash only. Accepts reservation and walk-ins.

40. 레 카세

158 Kasuganocho, Nara, 630-8212 일본

4.6

월-일: 10am-5pm

Another lunch suggestion. This one is actually inside the deer park area. They serve different types of quiche. Check the opening hours before you go. They can do takeout.

41. Big Mountain Cafe＆Farm（Gluten Free ＆ Vegan）

20-1 Nishishinzaikechō, Nara, 630-8248 일본

4.5

월-일: 11am-5pm

Another lunch suggestion: the cuisine here is Hawaiian - Japanese and they have lots of vegan and gluten free options. They have a kids menu and room to store a stroller. It is 8 mins walk from Kintetsu Nara Station.

42. 가시와기 공원

255-1 Kashiwagichō, Nara, 630-8031 일본

3.6

If kids need a playground, take a cab to Kashiwagi Park. There are public restrooms here.

43. Seria

일본 〒630-8122 Nara, Sanjōhonmachi, 1−１ビエラ奈良２Ｆ

3.7

매일: 10am-9pm

This is my favourite brand of 100 yen shop. There is one at Nara Station and my kids love a shop here for toys or stickers or bath bombs after all the deer time and "culture."

44. 교토 역

일본 〒600-8216 교토부 교토시 시모교구 히가시시오코지 가마도노초

4.3

Return to Kyoto Station for an early dinner and a rest.

교토

12일차

A day trip to Osaka

Instead of taking a bullet train between Kyoto and Osaka, take a normal express train. It ends up being faster because Shin-Osaka (the bullet train station) is in such an awkward spot that you need to make your way back to Osaka Station anyway - it's also cheaper.

45. 오사카 역

3-chōme-1-1 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0001 일본

4.1

46. GRAND GREEN OSAKA

5-54 Ōfukachō, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0011 일본

4.4

Grand Green Osaka / Umekita Green Place is a big open grassy area that you can go to if kids need a wriggle. There isn't any play equipment here but lots of paths and big open places to play. In summer, kids can splash and play in the fountains (fountain rules : no running, no drinking the water)

47. 키즈프라자 오사카

Kan-Tele Ogimachi Square, 1F,3F,4F,5F, 2-chōme-1-7 Ōgimachi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0025 일본

4.4

화-일: 9am-5pm

Head straight for Kids Plaza Osaka. This is a playcentre meets museum. There is also a playground right outside. Take a train for 2 mins to get here.

48. 오사카 성

1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002 일본

4.4

매일: 9am-6pm

Take the train for 7 mins to Osaka Castle. Grab some lunch on the go from a food stall (you'll do an early dinner.)

49. 놀이기구 광장

3 Chome-3 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002 일본

4.2

Visit the playground afterwards. This whole area is so lovely in cherry blossom season. There is also a playcentre in this park called Playville - with and outdoor and indoor play area for kids.

50. 글리코사인

1-chōme-10-4 Dōtonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071 일본

4.5

Take the subway (24 mins) or a cab (14 mins) to the Glico Sign - aka the heart of the Dotonbori area - a cab will drop you nearby but can't get onto the bridge on the river. Explore the Dotonbori area for shopping in the arcades. See all of my favourite things to do in this area with kids here: thetokyochapter.com/the-dotonbori-area-with-kids

51. Rin Osaka Minami

3-chōme-2-23 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076 일본

4.5

매일: 11am-9pm

Shop for Japanese kanji and hiragana shaped jewellery. They make for amazing souvenirs.

52. 라운드원 스타디움 센니치마에점

1-chōme-3-1 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076 일본

3.7

If the weather turns bad, walk for 4 mins to Round 1 arcade and games centre. They have bowling, karaoke, darts, arcade games, indoor ball pits, indoor football and VR games.

53. 돈보리 강 크루즈

7-13 Souemonchō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084 일본

4.4

매일: 11am-9pm

Take a short river cruise once it starts to get dark. I like the brand Wonder Cruise with kids - it's just 20 mins and they have a bathroom onboard. Like I said though - I think it's not worth it unless it's starting to get dark (or is already dark.)

54. 그랜드 프론트 오사카

4-20 Ōfukachō, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0011 일본

4.0

매일: 11am-9pm

Dinner suggestion: Grand Front Osaka has an incredibly lovely food hall. Everyone in the family can eat something different - AND it's right next /above Osaka Station so it's a perfect early dinner spot before you head back to Kyoto.

55. Sushi Bettei Nakago - Shinsaibashi

일본 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1-chōme−3−２ SOPHIA NEXTビル 1F

3.8

매일: 5pm-10pm

Dinner (or lunch) suggestion: this is a great casual restaurant to have a casual lunch with an omakase sushi course. Omakase courses at lunchtime are 2,800 yen, 5,800 yen or 9,800 yen. This restaurant allows babies as well as children. They have space to store a stroller while you dine. If you are not having an omakase course and ordering a set course or off the menu.. I recommend budgeting around 3000 yen for lunch and 10.000 yen per adult for dinner. Sushi Nakago Bettei is 3 mins walk from Shinsaibashi Station or 7 mins walk from Namba Station. This restaurant accepts most major credit cards. There is a table charge of 330 yen per person (and to say thank you you will be gifted a small appetizer of the season called an “otoshi”) Sushi Nakago Bettei is completely non-smoking. The interior of this restaurant is very beautiful

56. 교토 역

일본 〒600-8216 교토부 교토시 시모교구 히가시시오코지 가마도노초

4.3

Return to Kyoto Station

교토

13일차

Have a rest morning before travelling late morning to Hiroshima

If you're terrible at having a rest morning - you can always use the morning to visit Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavillion.) Take a bus or a taxi. Check the opening hours before you set off.

57. 교토 역

일본 〒600-8216 교토부 교토시 시모교구 히가시시오코지 가마도노초

4.3

Have a rest morning (or visit Kinkakuji if you're terrible at sitting still.) Here are all of my tips for visiting Kinkakuji with kids. thetokyochapter.com/kyotos-kinkakuji-with-kids

교토

14일차

이 날에는 아직 활동이 계획되어 있지 않습니다

Recommended Hotels

A higher end business hotel. More spacious than many hotel rooms in Japan. There is a public bath on the rooftop (no swimsuits allowed, of course - it's separated by gender.)

Simple, clean affordable business hotel in a lovely area. Rooms are small but it has everything you could need.

Reasonably priced for how spacious the rooms are. Bunk beds and rooms sleep up to 6. In-room washing machine, microwave etc.

히로시마

15일차

Arrive in Hiroshima !

This day is mixes some serious and heavy topics with some more light and fun things to do in Hiroshima

1. Hiroshima Station

일본 〒732-0822 히로시마현 히로시마시 미나미구 마쓰바라초

3.4

Arrive into Hiroshima Station from Kyoto as early in the day as you can manage (without rushing.) Drop off your luggage to your hotel (unless you've already forwarded your luggage directly there instagram.com/p/DVOHoppks4T/?hl=en Then head to the Peace Park area for lunch.

2. Caffè Ponte

1-chōme-9-21 Ōtemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 일본

4.3

주중: 10am-10pm, 토-일: 8am-10pm

Lunch suggestion: This cafe on the river has a great menu (steak, risotto, pizza, hot dogs, salads, ice-cream) and they also cater to vegetarian and gluten free diners. Best to make a reservation but they do also accept walk-ins.

3. Park South Sandwich

1-26 Nakamachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0037 일본

4.4

매일: 8am-6pm

Another lunch suggestion: this cafe has a playground just out front and parents can rent deckchairs and watch kids while they eat their sandwiches etc. You can also buy a "picnic set" to eat in the playground as a family.

4. 히로시마 안데르센

7-1 Hondōri, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0035 일본

4.2

매일: 10am-7pm

Another lunch suggestion: this bakery cafe has the yummiest bakery options (personally I always do takeout here with kids rather than dine in.) If you do choose this place - make sure you get the curry pan (Japanese curry in bread) it's so good!

5. Eggs 'n Things Shimint Hiroshima

일본 〒730-0011 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Motomachi, 5−２５ Shimint Hiroshima, G棟

4.0

매일: 9am-8pm

Another lunch suggestion: this hawaiian restaurant as most well-known for their pancake dishes and other Hawaiian options such as loco moco. They also have burgers, waffles, omelettes and steak. They have a great kids menu.

6. 히로시마 평화기념자료관

1-2 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811 일본

4.7

매일: 7am-7pm

If you feel the kids are emotionally ok for it - head to the Peace Museum. If not, go straight to the Peace Park instead.

7. 히로시마 평화기념공원

일본 〒730-0811 히로시마현 히로시마시 나카구 나카지마초 1

4.7

Take a walk through the Peace Park after lunch together. Look for the memorials adorned with paper cranes and take in the "never again" mantra of the city of Hiroshima

8. 원폭 돔

1-chōme-1-10 Ōtemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 일본

4.7

Also walk past the Atomic Bomb Dome.

9. 오리즈루 타워

1-chōme-2-1 Ōtemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 일본

4.0

매일: 10am-6pm

Go up the Orizuru Tower for the view and a coffee and cake then make your way down so kids can learn how to make paper cranes and then use the slide INSIDE the building to exit.

10. 오코노미무라

5-13 Shintenchi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0034 일본

4.2

Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki is "the thing" to eat in Hiroshima. This whole complex is like an "okonomiyaki republic" with just okonomiyaki restaurants all stacked on top of one another. See here how to go about ordering a vegetarian version of okonomiyaki: thetokyochapter.com/how-to-order-a-vegetarian-okonomiyaki-in-japanese

11. Round 1 Hiroshima

3-11 Tatemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0032 일본

3.4

월-목: 9am-6am, 금: 9am-12am

If anyone still has energy left, go to Round 1 arcade and games centre after dinner. Here, they have karaoke, ten pin bowling, billards, darts and baseball batting cages. There are also arcade games and claw machines.

히로시마

16일차

A day on Miyajima

Take a ferry to Miyajima for the day.

12. JR Miyajima Ferry

1-chōme-11-5 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0411 일본

4.2

Take the train to the ferry port and take a ferry across to Miyajima. Try and arrive early-mid morning so you can see the tide out at Itsukushima Shrine (aka the floating shrine)

13. 이쓰쿠시마 섬

일본 〒739-0588 히로시마현 하쓰카이치시 미야지마초 이쓰쿠시마 섬

4.7

You can walk out to these Torii gates when the tide is out and even put a 5 yen coin in the cockles at the bottom of the posts. You will then see the same Torii gates again later once the tide has come in. Spend some time exploring this over-water shrine. It's so beautiful. When on land again, keep an eye out for wild deer. As they are wild, you can't feed them like you can in Nara.

14. 미야지마 우마이모노칸

277 Miyajimachō, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0525 일본

4.2

매일: 11am-4pm

Next, go and buy the cutest ice-cream you have ever seen! It is topped with Miyajima themed wafers and cookies. I have some pictures of these works of art here: thetokyochapter.com/miyajima-island-with-kids Be sure to check their opening hours/days before promising ice-cream to kids, though. Then explore the town and the quaint little shops and streets.

15. 미야지마 베이스

310 Miyajimachō, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588 일본

4.7

매일: 10am-5pm

Lunch suggestion: This restaurant is VERY popular with gluten free diners (as is Miyajima Coffee.) They serve gluten free fried chicken, curry and donuts.

16. 穴子天丼・天丼天ぷらみしなや

일본 〒739-0535 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajimachō, 北大西町１１６７

4.7

매일: 11am-3pm

Anago Tendon Tempura Mishinaya is so quaint and delicious. I encourage you to try tendon (tempura on rice with marinade sauce) and also to try eel. The owners have the cutest little dog.

17. 미야지마 로프웨이

일본 〒739-0522 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajimachō, 紅葉谷公園

4.3

매일: 9am-4pm

If everyone still has lots of energy, hike up to the top of the ropeway or just take the ropeway up Mt Misen. The hike takes about 2.5 hours so it depends how adventurous you are and what the weather is like. Whether you walk or take the ropeway you will most definitely encounter monkeys along the way.

18. 히로시마시

일본 히로시마현 히로시마시

Make your way back to Hiroshima for an early-ish evening.

19. JoGeSaYu

일본 〒730-0051 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Ōtemachi, 2-chōme−7−１ 1F

4.8

매일: 5pm-10pm

Dinner suggestion: this is a completely vegan restaurant (Hiroshima's first, in fact!) They don't use garlic, onions, leeks or scallions in their cooking either. They have vegan ramen, tofu rice bowls, Japanese curry, soups and gelato.

20. 에코히키

1-chōme-7-20 Ōtemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 일본

4.3

화-일: 5pm-9pm

Another dinner suggestion: Hiroshima and Miyajima are well known for delicous oysters. This restaurant is famous for fried oysters. Please note that smoking is allowed in here at dinner time so go early and hopefully miss the smoking crowd?

21. Cantina23

102 10-23 Mikawachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0029 일본

4.6

월-일: 11am-10pm

Another dinner suggestion: Casual Mexican food. They are closed on Wednesdays. They have a vegetarian menu.

22. MoreThan HIROSHIMA

일본 〒730-0051 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Ōtemachi, 3-chōme−1−１ＴＨＥＫＮＯＴＨＩＲＯＳＨＩＭＡ１階

4.3

매일: 11am-11pm

Another dinner suggestion: this restaurant is very much kid-friendly (as long as you let them know when making a reservation that you'll be bringing more than 2 children as they will put you in a private section) and they are English-friendly. Menu options include pizza or steak and mash, chicken and vegetables and fries. They have gluten free options here. When you return to the hotel, forward your luggage on to Tokyo or the final hotel so you can catch trains back to Tokyo in a few days with just hand luggage. I explain here: instagram.com/p/DVOHoppks4T/?hl=en

Recommended Hotels

My favourite hotel to recommend to families staying in Tokyo. Great area with the park and the swan boats just nearby. Spacious rooms with kitchenettes and bunk beds. A public bath on the top floor (no swimsuits allowed, of course.)

Close to the station and so easy to get everywhere. Ueno is on the Yamanote line. Spacious rooms with bunks and kitchenettes.

Affordable. Quieter quaint area that is still on the Yamanote line so it's super easy to get everywhere easily. Big hotel rooms for Tokyo and some of the suite rooms have kitchens.

Gorgeous hotel with top tier customer service and an incredible breakfast buffet. Rooms are only for couples with a baby so, if you have a bigger family, you may need to split up into groups of two.

도쿄

17일차

Travel back to Tokyo day!

This is one of the longest travel days on the trip so make sure you've been to the 100 yen store for snacks and activities for the bullet train. The trip will take approximately 4 hours.

1. Hiroshima Station

일본 〒732-0822 히로시마현 히로시마시 미나미구 마쓰바라초

3.4

Take the train in the morning so you can arrive in time for a late-ish lunch.

2. 도쿄

일본 〒100-0005 도쿄도 지요다구 마루노우치 1 조메−9

4.3

3. Sizzler

일본 〒100-0005 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Marunouchi, 3-chōme−5−１東京国際フォーラムＡブロック B1

4.2

주중: 11am-10pm, 토-일: 8am-10pm

Lunch suggestion: Did you know that Japan still has Sizzler? It's a great option for kids and adults. Especially if you feel like everyone needs some more salad and green veggies in their life by now. See here for tips on finding veggie laden meals in Japan. thetokyochapter.com/when-im-craving-lots-o-veggies

4. 네무로 하나마루 킷테점

2-chōme-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-7005 일본

4.1

매일: 11am-10pm

Another lunch sugggestion: A sushi train restaurant - the welcome kids.

5. Serafina NEW YORK MARUNOUCHI

일본 〒100-0005 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Marunouchi, 1-chōme−1−１ Palace Building, B１F

3.7

월-목: 11am-10pm, 금: 11am-11pm, 토: 11am-10pm

Another lunch suggestion: this is a sister restaurant of a NYC pizza and pasta place. You can make a reservation or just try for a walk-in. They have high chairs. I have lots of pictures of the menu at Serafina here. thetokyochapter.com/the-tokyo-station-area-with-kids You'll be tired after a big travel day so enjoy just falling into a new hotel bed.

6. 만텐 스시

ブリックスクエア, B1F, 2-chōme-6 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-6990 일본

4.3

매일: 11am-11pm

Another lunch suggestion: High end Omakase Sushi with Kids : is a sushi restaurant (high end sushi chef serving sushi at the counter, not a conveyer belt style sushi) called Manten Sushi. Courses at lunch and dinner are omakase style (although in the evening you are able to order additional small plates in addition to your course.) Manten Sushi’s most popular dishes are the Awabi (abalone) and Meji Maguro (blue fin tuna) sushi. Budget for lunch here is around 4000 yen and more like 8000 yen at dinnertime. This restaurant seats 24 people at the counter and only has 4 tables so please be sure to make a reservation. Manten Sushi accepts most major credit cards. Children are welcome but it is expected that they will also be having meal. Read here about taking children to a high end / omakase restaurant in Japan thetokyochapter.com/kid-friendly-sushi-restaurants-with-omakase-courses

도쿄

18일차

Shinjuku

Last full day in the middle of Tokyo!

7. Shinjuku Central Park

2 Chome-11 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023 일본

4.1

Start the morning at Shinjuku Chuo Park playground. The park is really big so put "Shinjuku Chuo Park Children's Square" into google maps in order to save you walking here there and everywhere trying to find the play equipment. Here is my write up of Shinjuku Chuo Park Playground with lots of photos - including public restroom info. thetokyochapter.com/shinjuku-chuo-park-playground

8. 모어댄 베이커리

일본 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 4-chōme−31−１ 1F

4.3

매일: 8am-6pm

Visit More Than Bakery for a late breakfast or a morning tea. This is such a good bakery - I recommend the foccacia sandwiches. On Sundays the entire bakery becomes vegan.

9. 돈키호테 신주쿠가부키초점

1-chōme-16-5 Kabukichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021 일본

3.6

Make your way to the Don Quijote Kabukicho Store (easiest to just jump in a cab for 10 mins but you can also walk to use google maps for train directions. I'm not only sending you here for just souvenir shopping but also as this is prime vantage point to get a look at Godzilla's Head looming over the top of the buildings.

10. 토호빌딩 고질라

1-chōme-19-1 Kabukichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021 일본

4.4

11. ゲームプラザGAO歌舞伎町

일본 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−6−８アミューズ１F

3.2

매일: 10am-12am

This is the red light district so I don't love going here with kids in the night time but in the day time we quite like visiting the big game arcades in Shinjuku like Gao or Gigo.

12. 스시로 신주쿠 니시구치점

일본 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1-chōme−1−１新宿西口会館（新宿パレットビル 6階

4.1

주중: 11am-11pm, 토-일: 10am-11pm

Lunch suggestion: Sushiro Nishi Shinjuku Store (in the same building as Uniqlo.) This is a sushi train with video games I recommend visiting between meal times if you can OR first thing in the morning (11am on weekdays or 10:30am on weekends) to avoid having to wait. Just a warning – the games appear after you’ve ordered a certain number of plates (every 4-5 plates or so) but they only last for a few sections. So best to get kids to take turns and warn them that it will be very quick. They have high chairs and the allergens are marked clearly on the menu.

13. 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria NEWoMan

일본 〒151-0051 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sendagaya, 5-chōme−24−５５ NEWoMan SHINJUKU エキソト 2F

3.9

매일: 11am-10pm

Another lunch suggestion: choose your own pizza toppings. Popular on weekends.

14. NEWoMan Food Hall

JR Shinjuku Station, 3-chōme-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 151-0051 일본

4.1

매일: 11am-11pm

Another lunch option: this is a beautiful food hall with options like oysters, sushi, steaks and a bakery. The whole hall is nice and shiny and new and is all non-smoking. Great for families

15. 다카시마야 타임스퀘어

5-chōme-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0051 일본

4.0

매일: 10am-7pm

Another lunch suggestion: go to the basement floor of Takashimaya Times Square (known as the depachika) for a whole range of Japanese deli treats and premade bentos and other cooked options.) You could also take these back to your hotel room for dinner. I have pictures of this basement food floor of Takashimaya Times Square. thetokyochapter.com/theshinjukuareawithkids

16. The Matcha Tokyo Shinjuku

일본 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 4-chōme−1−６ NEWoMan新宿 1F

4.2

월-토: 8am-9pm, 일: 8am-8pm

In the same complex as the NEWoman Food Hall (on a lower street-level floor) is "The Matcha" Tokyo.

17. HANDS 신주쿠 점

Times Square Building, 2～7F, 5-chōme-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0051 일본

4.1

매일: 10am-9pm

Visit the Hands Shinjuku store (this is a part of the Takashimaya Times Square complex mentioned above) and check out all of the beautiful cards and stationery.. Take the escalators up afterward to the 9th floor and check out the toy floor in the connecting buidling Takashimaya Times Square. There is a Disney Store and a Hello Kitty Store on this floor too.

18. Tokyo Toy Museum

일본 〒160-0004 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Yotsuya, 4-chōme−２０−２０内東京おもちゃ美術館（四谷ひろば

4.3

월-일: 10am-4pm

AFTERNOON OPTION #1: Visit the Tokyo Toy Museum, Fire Museum (free) and Shinjuku Gyoen. I have written in detail about the Tokyo Toy Museum here. thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-toy-museum-shinjuku

19. 도쿄소방청 소방박물관

일본 〒160-0004 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Yotsuya, 3-chōme−１０−１０

4.4

화-일: 9am-5pm

This museum is completely free. I have a write up on this museum here. thetokyochapter.com/fire-museum-shinjuku

20. 신주쿠 교엔

11 Naitōmachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014 일본

4.6

화-일: 9am-6pm

This park is especially beautiful in cherry blossom season and peak autumn but still worth a visit. Just a note : this garden has an entrance fee and you will need cash. It's a botanical/national garden so there is no play equipment or ball games allowed here. You can, however, take a picnic. Read about Shinjuku Gyoen here: thetokyochapter.com/shinjuku-gyoen-national-garden-with-kids

21. Café La Bohème Shinjuku Gyoen

일본 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 1-chōme−1−７コスモ新宿御苑ビル 1F・2F

3.8

매일: 11am-11pm

Early dinner suggestion: Pizza, pasta, salads. They also have gluten free pastas and vegetarian menu options.

22. YAKINIKU WASHINO SHINJUKU

일본 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−11−１１ダイアン新宿４F

4.9

매일: 5pm-11pm

Another early dinner suggestion: This is a high end yakiniku restaurant with Kobe beef and Wagyu. Make a reservation as they will reserve a private family tatami room for you to use with kids (perfect for babies and toddlers that aren't great at sitting still too.) They have space to store strollers. If you will be having the kobe beef and wagyu- budget 17,000 yen per adult to dine here at dinner time.

23. 고토쿠지

2-chōme-24-7 Gōtokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021 일본

4.6

매일: 6am-5pm

AFTERNOON OPTION #2: This is also known as the Lucky Cat temple. Collect a station stamp "Eki Stampu) at Gotokuji Station and, while at the temple, purchase a little clay cat to take home.

24. KICHIRI MOLLIS Shinjuku-dori

일본 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−26−１３新宿中村屋ビル 6F

4.2

매일: 5pm-11pm

Dinner suggestion: Japanese fusion izakaya. Kids are welcome here. Make a reservation. You will need to remove shoes at the entrance and put them in a little locker. I recommend ordering the guacamole and the corn - so good. Budget approx 4000 yen per person here for dinner.

25. Sushi｜Yurakucho Kakida｜Tokyo

일본 〒151-8583 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 2-chōme−2−１小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワ 19F

4.6

매일: 12pm-10pm

Another dinner suggestion: Omakase Sushi in Shinjuku (with an all you can eat option) Yurakucho Kakida in Shinjuku is an omakase sushi restaurant who allow children and are quite reasonably priced for such high end sushi. If you are ok to forgo sitting at a counter and are ok with a table then why not reserve the bottomless sushi option (they just keep bringing sushi until you can’t eat anymore!) Either way, you can book a course for depending on your budget but, in general, it’s realistic to expect to pay 15,000 yen for lunch and dinner per adult. They accept most major credit cards. This restaurant is 3 mins walk from the South Exit of Shinjuku Station.

26. 쿄마치 코이시구레

일본 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−27−１０武蔵野会館 6F

4.0

월-목: 5pm-11pm, 금: 5pm-2am, 토: 1pm-11pm, 일: 1pm-10pm

An izakaya that welcomes kids. Shoes off restaurant. All themed like you're in the backstreets of Kyoto. This place is really cool. Like all izakaya - you are expected to order a whole lot of little plates to share -and not all at once. Just order a few things - try them and order more of the same or something different. For picky eaters there are options like potato wedges or steak too. Great place for the grown ups to try hot and cold sake.

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19일차

A morning in Tokyo before moving to the Disney area

Forward your luggage the night before so you can move to the disney area with just hand luggage/ carry on luggage. https://www.instagram.com/p/DVOHoppks4T/?hl=en My recommended hotels in the Tokyo Disney area for families: -Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay, Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay, Henn Na Hotel Maihama, Hotel Okura Tokyo Bay, The Disney Ambassador Hotel, The Tokyo Disneyland Hotel, Oriental Hotel Tokyo Bay.

1. 우에노 공원 보트장

2-1 Uenokōen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007 일본

4.3

매일: 9am-5pm

After checking out of the hotel and saying goodbye to your luggage ( How to forward our luggage information here: instagram.com/p/DVOHoppks4T/?hl=en) go for a family swan paddleboat ride. Afterwards, get some kakigori (flavoured shaved ice) or other food stall options outside the Shinobazunoike Benten-do Temple. You'll need cash for this.

2. 네즈 신사

1-chōme-28-9 Nezu, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-0031 일본

4.4

매일: 6am-5pm

If you still have time to spare, visit Nezu Shrine. (7 mins in a cab or 20 mins on foot from the swan boat area.) The foliage and flowers here are spectacular in the right season. There are also lots of little Tori gates here which makes for beautiful pictures with kids - lots of little paths for kids to follow too. They also have food stalls and some festival games for kids (especially in the warmer months.) I have lots of pictures of Nezu Shrine here: thetokyochapter.com/nezu-shrine

3. Tensuzu

2-chōme-6-7 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005 일본

4.2

월-일: 4pm-9pm

Early lunch suggestion: Tensuzu is in a back street just 5 mins walk from the Okachimachi Station (so, in the Ueno area.) They welcome children (the restaurant is small though so I’d really only go here with kids who are able to stay seated while they dine.) There is a service charge of 330 yen per person here (you will receive an otoshi as a thank you when you sit down. You don’t have to eat it if you don’t want to but please just accept it and leave it on your table.) They accept most major credit cards. I recommend budgeting for 3000 yen per adult at lunch or more like 11,000 yen at dinner time. If you eat everything, I recommend getting the omakase tempura course for a little under 9000 yen. Soooo good. I love how they open from 4:30 for dinner – makes it much easier to visit with kids. If everyone is tired, you can also get takeout from here and take it back to your hotel. Best to make a reservation here.

4. Maihama Station

26-5 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031 일본

3.9

Take a train to Maihama Station. This will take approx 30 mins. Here are some suggestions for lunch once you arrive at Maihama (for that time between arriving and checking into your Disney area hotel.)

5. 레인포레스트 카페 도쿄

일본 〒279-0031 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, １−４イクスピアリ 2F シアター・フロント

4.0

매일: 11am-10pm

Lunch suggestion: no need to make a reservation if coming here at lunch time. My kids LOVE this place - mostly for the animatronics. I have a write up on this restaurant here: thetokyochapter.com/the-rainforest-cafe-in-the-tokyo-disney-area

6. Heart Bread Antique

일본 〒279-8529 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−４イクスピアリ 1F ザ・コートヤード

4.2

매일: 10am-9pm

Another lunch suggestion: this is a take out only bakery - a fabulous option for if you want to quickly eat something and keep moving. This bakery is famous for their signature white shokupan - also we also love the curry pan, handmade egg sandwiches and the mini pizzas. I have pictures of the options here if you'd like to see. thetokyochapter.com/urayasu-maihama-and-the-general-disney-area

7. CHIBO

일본 〒279-8529 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−4−イクスピアリ 3F

3.8

매일: 11am-10pm

Another lunch suggestion: they have space to store strollers while you dine and they also have an English menu. They cook the okonomiyaki for you here so no need to cook it yourself. See my tips here on ordering a vegetarian version of okonomiyaki. thetokyochapter.com/how-to-order-a-vegetarian-okonomiyaki-in-japanese

8. 아웃백 스테이크하우스 마이하마점

일본 〒279-0031 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−4−イクスピアリグレイシャス・スクエア 3F

4.1

주중: 4pm-10pm, 토-일: 11am-10pm

Another lunch suggestion: this restaurant seats 270 people so you'd have to be really unlucky to have to wait for a table here - especially at lunchtime. There is a 10% service charge added to the final bill at the end. They have a kids menu and many gluten free diners say that they haven't had reactions when just ordering a steak.

9. Seijo Ishii

일본 〒279-0031 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−4−１０９イクスピアリ 1F

3.9

매일: 10am-10pm

In the same complex as these restaurants is a supermarket called Seijo Ishii (the logo is maroon red and white.) They have lots of ready made bentos and lots of international snacks. These might be handy to have in your bag for disney (bentos aren't allowed inside the Disney Parks but small snacks are ok.) I have taken lots of pictures of the options sold at this exact Seijo Ishii supermarket here. thetokyochapter.com/urayasu-maihama-and-the-general-disney-area

10. DAISO

일본 〒279-0031 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−４イクスピアリ３階

4.0

매일: 10am-9pm

Visit the 100 yen shop Daiso here to make sure you have a picnic sheet, snacks and small toys to play with in lines at Disney. See here for my list of what to pack for Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disneysea. thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-disney-with-kids-a-packing-checklist

11. Moreru Mignon Maihama IKSPIARI

일본 〒279-0031 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, 1−４イクスピアリ 2F

4.1

주중: 10am-10pm, 토-일: 9am-10pm

In the same complex, visit Moreru Mignon Print Club to take the photo booth stickers as a family. The shop itself is a sight to see - the most instagrammable shop ever!

12. Disney Store, Tokyo Disney Resort

일본 〒279-8529 Chiba, Urayasu, Maihama, １−４−イクスピアリ2F 274区

4.3

매일: 10am-9pm

The Disney Store in this complex is so big and there are screens that make it look like the characters are talking elevators etc. Even if you don't buy anything, it's great to walk through. Note: if you want to buy the same merchandise sold inside the Tokyo Disney Parks - you will need to walk for a few minutes to a store called "Bon Voyage."

13. Adventure Playground

2番地27 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031 일본

4.4

Visit here if kids are in desperate need of a nearby adventure playground. Then, it's definitely time to check into your hotel and rest up for tomorrow!

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20일차

A day at Tokyo Disneyland

14. 도쿄 디즈니랜드

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031 일본

4.6

매일: 8am-10pm

Use a crowd prediction calendar to work out which day is less busy for Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disneysea - switch the order if you need to. Here is how to check a crowd prediction calendar: thetokyochapter.com/japans-amusement-park-crowd-prediction-calendars Only have time for one park? I break down the differences in detail here - as it depends what you and your family likes. thetokyochapter.com/if-you-only-get-to-choose-one-disneyland-or-sea Here are all of my tips on visiting Tokyo Disneyland with kids: thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-disneyland-with-kids Here is how the fast pass system works: thetokyochapter.com/how-do-tokyo-disney-premier-anniversary-passes-work Here is why you should arrive early in order to avoid waiting for rides and shows all day long: thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-disney-early-arrival-is-so-important Here is our one day strategy (blow by blow - exactly what we do from the moment we step inside the park - feel free to copy anytime.) thetokyochapter.com/once-inside-the-disney-gates-in-tokyo

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21일차

A day at Tokyo Disneysea

See links in the following itinerary on crowd prediction calendars and how to make the most of the whole day at Tokyo Disney Parks (with minimal wait times.)

15. 도쿄 디즈니씨

1-13 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-8511 일본

4.5

매일: 9am-9pm

Use a crowd prediction calendar to work out which day is less busy for Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disneysea - switch the order if you need to. Here is how to check a crowd prediction calendar: thetokyochapter.com/japans-amusement-park-crowd-prediction-calendars Only have time for one park? I break down the differences in detail here - as it depends what you and your family likes. thetokyochapter.com/if-you-only-get-to-choose-one-disneyland-or-sea Here are all of my tips on visiting Tokyo Disneysea with kids: thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-disneysea-with-kids Here is how the fast pass system works: thetokyochapter.com/how-do-tokyo-disney-premier-anniversary-passes-work Here is why you should arrive early in order to avoid waiting for rides and shows all day long: thetokyochapter.com/tokyo-disney-early-arrival-is-so-important Here is our one day strategy (blow by blow - exactly what we do from the moment we step inside the park - feel free to copy anytime.) thetokyochapter.com/once-inside-the-disney-gates-in-tokyo

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22일차

Last day before heading to the airport

Before you make your way to the airport, you may like pick up some last minute convenience store treats. See here for the ways we make our way to Haneda Airport. https://www.thetokyochapter.com/how-to-get-from-haneda-to-tokyo-with-kids/ See here for the ways we make our way to Narita Airport. https://www.thetokyochapter.com/how-to-get-from-narita-airport-to-central-tokyo-with-kids/

16. 본 보야지

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031 일본

4.4

매일: 8am-10pm

Before you leave, you may like to pop in to Bon Voyage for any Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disneysea merch. Unlike the Disney stores, this store stocks the same merchandise sold INSIDE the Tokyo Disney Parks. This shop is a few mins walk from Maihama Station (along the walkway to Tokyo Disneyland.)

17. 도쿄 국제공항

일본 〒144-0041 도쿄도 오타구 하네다쿠코

4.3

Here are our favourite things to do - and favourite places to eat and shop at Haneda airport. thetokyochapter.com/where-to-eat-at-haneda-airport-with-kids If you need a playground to stop off at near Haneda airport - this playground is so so cute. thetokyochapter.com/the-park-with-all-of-the-vehicles

18. 나리타 국제 공항

1-1 Furugome, Narita, Chiba 282-0004 일본

4.3

Here are our favourite things to do - and favourite places to eat and shop at Narita airport. thetokyochapter.com/narita If you decide to stay in Narita the night before - here are our favourite things to do there (Narita is actual the cutest and quaint little spot for sightseeing and last minute shopping.) thetokyochapter.com/sightseeing-near-narita-airport

The Tokyo Chapter's "Curated for Families" Japan Itinerary

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Recommended Hotels

Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya by IHG

Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya

&Here TOKYO UENO

Candeo Hotels Tokyo Roppongi

MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East

COCOYO HOTEL Otsuka

1일차

1. Shibuya Crossing

2. Shibuya Nishimura Fruit Parlor Dogenzaka Shop

3. 맥스 파크 루프탑 시부야 크로싱

4. 시부야109

5. 시부야 구립 나베시마쇼토 공원

6. 우오베이 시부야 도겐자카점

7. 코테가에시 오코노미야끼 5층

8. THE RIGOLETTO

9. 모모파라다이스 시부야센터가이점(구 나베조)

10. 디즈니 스토어 시부야점

11. Rainbow Karaoke Shibuya

12. Yamashita Honki Udon - Shibuya Center Street

13. Daiso Shibuya Mark City Store

14. 포켓몬센터 시부야

15. 시부야교자 시부야본점

16. Wan Izakaya Shibuya-spain

17. TGI FRIDAYS Shibuya-Jinnan

18. 스시 히쵸 Sushi Hichou

2일차

19. 요요기 공원

20. 메이지 신궁

21. 타케시타 거리

22. PURIKURA Shop NOA Takeshita Street

23. Mooosh Squishy

24. 토티 캔디 팩토리

25. BorneLund

26. 곤파치 노리데마키 하라주쿠

27. LAS DOS CARAS MODERN MEXICANO Y TACOS

28. 로라스 컵케이크

29. Mr. Farmer

30. 키디랜드 하라주쿠점

31. 사쿠라자카

32. 모리 정원

33. 롯폰기 츠타야 서점

34. DOG&CAT JOKER 六本木店

35. 롯폰기 힐스

36. Maman by Louise Bourgeois

37. 오비카 롯폰기힐즈

38. 곤파치 니시아자부

39. 아후리 롯폰기힐즈

3일차

40. 유리카모메 여행 및 SMALL WORLDS TOKYO 방문을 위한 데이 패스

41. 키자니아 도쿄

42. 도요스 공원

43. teamLab 플래닛츠 도쿄 입장권 – 디지털 아트 박물관

44. 미니어처 어드벤처: 스몰 월즈 도쿄 입장권

45. ALOHA TABLE LaLaport Toyosu 3

46. 100 Spoons Toyosu

47. Bubba Gump Shrimp LaLaport Toyosu

Recommended Hotels

Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora by IHG

Hakone Kowakien

HAKONE Setsugetsuka

Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa

4일차

1. 도쿄

2. Lake Ashi Pleasure Boat Moto-hakone Port

3. 베이커리 앤드 테이블

4. Lake Ashi Pleasure Boat Hakoneen Port

5. Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

6. Komagatake Ropeway Top Station

7. 하코네 모토츠미야

5일차

8. 조각의 숲 미술관

9. Gyoza Center

10. GORA BREWERY&GRILL

11. Children's Forest Wanpaku Land

6일차

1. 하코네신사