11 Things To Do with Kids in Tokyo—So Everyone Has Fun

Need some options for your can't-sit-still kids? Here's a wide array of activities if you're in Tokyo with kids—from fishing to Segway to niche amusement parks and more!

Bookmark this list for when you need a grab-bag of ideas before your upcoming trip.

Legoland® Discovery Center—adventure and creative fun for everyone

Legoland® Discovery Center is an indoor theme park where kids can go wild with LEGO®, located on Odaiba's Tokyo Beach Deck.

Lots to do with kids here: Aside from playing with blocks, there's a 4D cinema plus a LEGO classroom where children can learn how to make specific LEGO creations. An on-site store gives you access to limited edition products. And a café allows parents to take a break from all the fun.

Additionally, there are attractions that are suitable for small children, such as the Duplo® Village, where kids can play with large blocks.

Make sure to reserve your tickets in advance as only those with reservations are allowed to purchase tickets. 

Location: Island Mall 3F, Decks Tokyo Beach, 1-6-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 135-0091

Price: Adult: ¥3400; Children: ¥2500

Booking page

Showa Memorial Park—go on a Segway tour

Fans of Arrested Development will know of Segways as Gob's favorite means of transportation. Segway tours are available in Tokyo at Showa Memorial Park, but you must book in advance.

The tour time runs between 2 to 2.5 hours and takes you around the vast park with lots of gorgeous scenery stops. Mid-tour, you'll get a little tea and cake break included in the package price.

Tour groups can host a maximum of 6 people per group, so that should accommodate your family.

The tour guide communicates in Japanese, so you will need a basic understanding of Japanese as a requirement.

Location: 3173 Midoricho, Tachikaway-shi, Tokyo 190-0014

Price: ¥9,000 per person

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Asobono—Burn excess energy at one of the largest indoor playgrounds in Tokyo

Asobono, conveniently located near Tokyo Dome, is a large indoor play facility where children can engage in a variety of activities.

Play areas have themes, such as an ocean area, a forest area, etc. Each space has play equipment based on the theme, and there's even a space dedicated to children 0 to 24.

If your children have excess energy to burn, this spot might be perfect for you and young'uns. 

Location: 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0004

Price: Adults entrance fee ¥950; Children: ¥950 for 60 minutes

Purchase tickets at the entrance

Do a zero-planning required BBQ in Koto City

Come empty-handed, leave delightfully satisfied. 

WILD MAGIC is a man-made nature spot in the middle of Koto City, open year-round from 10 AM to 10 PM. Choose between teepee-style tents, the fire pit area, the family deck area, or the beach and lagoon area.

This popular BBQ spot allows you to enjoy BBQ-ing with all food provided and prepared by the WILD MAGIC crew, bypassing the need to shop for groceries or to track down BBQ supplies.

You can select an all-you-can-drink plan, which should keep you occupied as your children run about. 

Location: 6-1-23 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0061

Price: ¥5,800 per person 

Booking page

Hanayashiki—Japan’s oldest amusement park in Taito City

Established in 1853, Hanayashiki first opened as a flower park and in 1872, the park included an exhibit of exotic animals and Western moving pictures that boosted the park's popularity.

Today, it is still in operation as an amusement park with 20 kid friendly attractions that are still in operation. Aside from the amusement park rides, there are various shops and restaurants where you can eat and browse.

Typically less congested than some of Tokyo's other amusement park places, such as Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo Disneysea.

Location: 2-28-1, Asakusa, Taito-ku 111-0032

Price: ¥600 for under 12s; ¥1200 for 13 and up

Purchase tickets at the entrance

Book a fishing cruise and catch some tall tales

If you are in Chiba, this fishing cruise departs from Katsuura Port and can be entirely reserved for you and your friends (up to five people).

Since reservations are for private tours, you can enjoy fishing at your own pace and based on a schedule that is perfect for you.

Boat staff will provide bait and rods (separate fee) as needed and can help tutor beginners. (English-speaking staff can help if you don't speak Japanese)

Price: Most plans start from ¥66,000 for a 5- to 7-hour fishing trip.

Ichigaya Fishing Center—Go fishing without having to leave Tokyo

Ichigaya Fishing Center is located in downtown Tokyo, so you don't have to travel far to experience the delight of a skillful catch.

There are bigger ponds with large carp, and smaller ponds that are popular with children.

The fishing center does not have a BBQ space, but you can bring your own food and drinks. Great fun for the whole family. Open on holidays from 9AM to 7:30 PM.

Location: 1-chōme-1 Ichigayatamachi, Shinjuku City, Tōkyō-to 162-0843

Price: Adult 1-day ticket: ¥2910; Children 1-day ticket: ¥1660 

Booking page: Purchase tickets at the entrance.

Tokyo Asobi Mare—Indoor amusement park with a snow play area

Tokyo Asobi Mare is one of Japan's largest indoor amusement parks, located on the second floor of the new Via Nagaike building, directly connected to Keio Horinouchi Station. 

Kid friendly rides include a Western Train, Shinkansen, London Bus, and go-karts. The facility has a food court, so you'll have lots of options for eating and resting, but you can pack an obento if that's more your style.

A year-round “snow” area where kids can play are part of the facilities. The one-day pass allows you to leave and re-enter throughout the day, making sure kids are thoroughly exhausted by the time you're ready to go. 

Location: 2-1 Bessho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-0363

Price: ¥1200 per adult or child on weekdays; ¥1600 per adult or child on the weekends

You can purchase tickets at the entrance.

Tokyo Skytree—plentiful activities in one location

For families visiting Tokyo, your trip won't be complete without visiting Tokyo's tallest structure (it replaced Tokyo Tower in 2012).

The Tembo Deck is 350 meters up and contains some restaurants and shops and a glass floor. The Tembo Galleria is 450 meters up, which you can access via the Tembo Deck, and is the highest point in the building.

You can book tickets online through their website. Weekday tickets for both the Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria run from ¥2700 for adults and ¥1300 for kids from 6 to 11 years old.

Other activities available at Tokyo Skytree include a kimono rental experience, a tile breaking activity, making Japanese sweets, and more. The Sumida Aquarium is located inside of Tokyo Skytree along with the Pokemon Center and a Hello Kitty shop in the Solamachi shopping mall. Older kids won't be bored.

On the weekends, the price is ¥3000 per adult and ¥1400 per child.

Location: 1-chōme-1 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045

Price: From ¥2700 to ¥3000 per adult and ¥1300 to ¥1400 per child. 

You can purchase tickets at the entrance or book online in advance.

Ueno Park and Ueno Zoo—a petting zoo for younger kids

If you are visiting Japan with younger kids who love animals, Ueno Zoo is a well-kept, clean zoo with a wide variety of animals, including giant pandas. There's a petting zoo where kids can pet goats, sheep, and other animals.

The zoo offers shops, restaurants, and strollers. The sister park offers swan boats if you want to row out on the adjacent lake.

The entire Ueno area has lots that could be interesting for your family. Aside from the park and zoo, the Tokyo National Museum is situated within walking distance.

While you're in the area, you can get some Tokyo shopping in by visiting Ameyoko Street, a lively market selling a wide range of items from foods to fashion.

Location: Ueno Zoo, 9-83, Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8711

Price: ¥600 for adults; children are free

Yoyogi Park—a bicycle ride through a lovely park in Shibuya City

Yoyogi Park is a lovely oasis of green a 9-minute walk from Shibuya station. Admission to the park is free. And there are a few shops and restaurants within the park grounds.

The park offers bike rentals, and there is a cycling course that takes cyclers throughout the park. Bicycle rentals are ¥210 for an adult bicycle for 1 hour and ¥100 for a child bicycle for 1 hour. Tandem bicycles are ¥210 for 1 lap around the park.

The area has Meiji shrine just next door, along with Takeshita Street directly next to both. Takeshita Street is famous for its Harajuku girls dressed in lively styles. So if you're in the area to look at the famous Shibuya crossing, there will be plenty of interesting things for the whole family to enjoy.

Location: 2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0052, Japan

Price: Free

Frequently asked questions

What are some popular family-friendly attractions in Tokyo?

Some popular family friendly attraction for your time visiting Tokyo include Yoyogi park, Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Skytree, Legoland, etc.

What are some educational places to take kids in Tokyo?

Educational places for kids in Tokyo include the Fire Museum in Shinjuku City, the National Museum of Nature and Science, the Railway Museum, the Police Museum, etc.

Is public transportation in Tokyo suitable for traveling with children?

Public transportation in Tokyo is punctual, clean, and accessible to travelers with children.

What are some outdoor activities suitable for kids in Tokyo?

Outdoor activities in Tokyo for kids of all ages include riding a Segway in Showa Memorial Park, going fishing at a fishing center, cycling around Yoyogi Park, and going to Japan's oldest outdoor amusement park.

What are the best times of the year to visit Tokyo with children?

The best times of year to visit Tokyo with children are during Spring and Fall when the weather is not too hot nor too cold.

In closing

If you are looking for things to do with kids in Tokyo aside from the obvious choice of Tokyo Disney Parks, use this guide to keep everyone in the family entertained on your next family trip outing in Tokyo!