Pokémon, Nintendo, Ghibli Museum, Teamlab Planets, outstanding ramen — Tokyo overwhelms children with wonder at every turn and offers many memorable family outings; check current visitor guidance.
Parent tip: Get an IC card (Suica or PASMO) on arrival. Children aged 6–11 pay half fare with a child IC card, bought in person with their ID; under-6s usually ride free with a paying adult. Check JR East’s current rules.
Read our Tokyo family guide: areas, where to stay and tips
Technology and future-focused science are a strong fit for robotics-minded families.
A sea-themed Disney park at Tokyo Disney Resort, with themed ports, rides and shows. Plan a full day with plenty of walking, and note that some rides are better suited to older kids and teens.
A large museum in Ueno Park covering dinosaurs, Japanese wildlife and the history of science and technology. A good indoor option that combines easily with Ueno Zoo nearby.
A tactile play-focused option for younger children and families wanting a lower-intensity day.
A museum in Mitaka built around Studio Ghibli's films, with an annual special exhibition, a reading room, the Straw Hat Café and the Saturn Theater, which shows original short films you can only see here. Admission is by advance reservation only.
A large zoo in Ueno Park with Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, western lowland gorillas, pygmy hippos and shoebills. The giant pandas returned to China in January 2026. It is a short walk from the National Museum of Nature and Science, so the two make an easy Ueno day.
Immersive art may appeal to families who like sensory installations.
Nintendo's flagship store in Japan — exclusive merchandise, Mario hat photo spots, interactive displays of upcoming games, and collectibles not available outside Japan.
A large official Pokémon store in the Sunshine City mall in Ikebukuro, packed with plush toys, games and merchandise. Alongside it, Pikachu Sweets serves Pokémon-themed desserts and drinks to take away.
The world's finest Japanese bookstore with a big toy and stationery section: Japanese craft toys, puzzle books and stationery.