Japan - 10 Day Family Friendly Itinerary
This itinerary focuses on kid friendly activities in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hakone.
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Day 1 - Tokyo
Hotel: Oakwood Premier Tokyo
Oakwood Premier Tokyo
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Tsukiji Outer Market
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RED° TOKYO TOWER
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UNIQLO
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Meiji Jingu
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Han-no-daidokoro bettei
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USHIGORO S. GINZA
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Ginza Cobau
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Azuki to Kōri
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USHIHACHI (Ushihachi) Akihabaraten
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Unagi Hitsumabushibincho Mitsukoshiginzaten
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Day 2 - Tokyo
You can use this day to take a day trip out of Tokyo (we went to Ashikaga Flower Park, best during Wisteria Season in May) or continue to explore Tokyo
Ashikaga Flower Park
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Nikko
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Shibuya Sky
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Lunch and Dinner Options
Sushi Tokyo Ten Roppongi
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There are multiple locations, make sure to reserve your spot!
Cost: $63 per person (kids under 12 are free)
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Ninja Tokyo
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This was not your typical dinner. I would say you are truly paying more for the entertainment, complete with NINJA magic, making it an experience and dining choice for the kids.
Thoughts: As for the food, we thought it was OK. However, we did have a late omakase lunch and were still quite full from that. Definitely recommend spacing out these two experiences on different days.
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Day 3 - Tokyo / Kyoto
teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
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teamLab Planets
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Lunch Options
Azabudai Hills Mori JPTower
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Notable things to eat:
-%Arabica coffee (4F)
-Tonkatsu Kawamura
-Le Satiné / Le Salon - pastry
-Pizza 4P's Tokyo* (Asia's best 50 restaurants)
-Saawaan bistro (Thai food, Michelin Star in Bangkok)
-OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY AZABUDAI* beans
-Mr. Cheesecake (best cheesecake in Tokyo)
-Sushi Saito
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Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan Nihonbashi
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Kaneko Hannosuke
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Tempura Fukamachi
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Train to Kyoto in the afternoon
Kyoto Hotel Recommendation
Hotel Kanra Kyoto
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Hyatt Regency Kyoto
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Dinner Options
Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu - Kyoto Station
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Coppie
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Ikazuchi Udon
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Tonkatsu Ichiban
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Day 4- Kyoto
If you have time for breakfast, these are options close to Hotel Kanra
Lorimer Kyoto
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THE TASTE
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Kiyomizu-dera
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Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka no tō)
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Komeda's Coffee
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Okamoto Kimono Rental Fushimi Inari Shop
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Fushimi Inari Taisha
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Nishiki Market
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Gion Duck Rice
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BEE’S KNEES
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Day 5 - Osaka
Hotel Recommendation
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka
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Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda
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Lunch
Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Yokocho Branch
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Evening
Explore Dotonburi
Dotonbori
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Day 6 - Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan
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Express Pass: For a smooth experience and guaranteed entry into Super Nintendo World (SNW), I would recommend purchasing an express pass. This is at an additional cost, but I highly recommend it as this provides timed "fast passes" into specific rides and attractions.
Tip: BOOK EARLY! We waited to book our tickets and missed out on the early entry passes for SNW. Booking tickets early ensures the best entry time into SNW as later times will mean crowds and long lines
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Day 7 - Hakone
Tip: Ship your luggage! As we moved our way back towards Tokyo, we decided to ship our luggage from Swissotel to our last destination, Disney Hotel Mira Costa. Our hotel helped arrange the shipment of our one large luggage which cost about $40 and took two days to get to our destination. Doing this allowed us to travel through Hakone, a smaller town, with ease.
Hotel Recommendation
Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu
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Days 8-10 - Tokyo/Disney
Hotel Recommendation - Any of the Disney hotels!
We stayed here:
Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta
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Tip: Reservations for up to five consecutive nights are accepted 4 months in advance at 1100 JAPAN time (Example: For October 31 check-in date, reservations are accepted from 1100, July 1)
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Tokyo Disneyland
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Tokyo DisneySea
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Hi! My name is Rachelle from Dang Family FI.
My husband and I started our travel journey right after completing pharmacy school in 2014, and we haven't slowed down since, even after starting our family. Together, we've explored 22 countries, and we're excited to share our itineraries, reviews, and travel tips from our adventures!
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Japan - 10 Day Family Friendly Itinerary
This itinerary focuses on kid friendly activities in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hakone.
50 Places • 2 Saves • ago
Free
Day 1 - Tokyo
Hotel: Oakwood Premier Tokyo
Oakwood Premier Tokyo
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This is a great option for families who want to stay close to Tokyo Station
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Tsukiji Outer Market
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RED° TOKYO TOWER
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OR
UNIQLO
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OR
Meiji Jingu
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Lunch Options
Han-no-daidokoro bettei
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USHIGORO S. GINZA
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Ginza Cobau
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Azuki to Kōri
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Evening/Dinner Options
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USHIHACHI (Ushihachi) Akihabaraten
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Unagi Hitsumabushibincho Mitsukoshiginzaten
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Day 2 - Tokyo
You can use this day to take a day trip out of Tokyo (we went to Ashikaga Flower Park, best during Wisteria Season in May) or continue to explore Tokyo
Ashikaga Flower Park
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OR
Nikko
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OR
Shibuya Sky
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Lunch and Dinner Options
Sushi Tokyo Ten Roppongi
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There are multiple locations, make sure to reserve your spot!
Cost: $63 per person (kids under 12 are free)
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Details
Ninja Tokyo
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This was not your typical dinner. I would say you are truly paying more for the entertainment, complete with NINJA magic, making it an experience and dining choice for the kids.
Thoughts: As for the food, we thought it was OK. However, we did have a late omakase lunch and were still quite full from that. Definitely recommend spacing out these two experiences on different days.
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Day 3 - Tokyo / Kyoto
teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
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And/Or
teamLab Planets
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Lunch Options
Azabudai Hills Mori JPTower
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Notable things to eat:
-%Arabica coffee (4F)
-Tonkatsu Kawamura
-Le Satiné / Le Salon - pastry
-Pizza 4P's Tokyo* (Asia's best 50 restaurants)
-Saawaan bistro (Thai food, Michelin Star in Bangkok)
-OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY AZABUDAI* beans
-Mr. Cheesecake (best cheesecake in Tokyo)
-Sushi Saito
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Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan Nihonbashi
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Kaneko Hannosuke
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Tempura Fukamachi
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Train to Kyoto in the afternoon
Kyoto Hotel Recommendation
Hotel Kanra Kyoto
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Hyatt Regency Kyoto
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Dinner Options
Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu - Kyoto Station
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Coppie
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Ikazuchi Udon
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Tonkatsu Ichiban
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Day 4- Kyoto
If you have time for breakfast, these are options close to Hotel Kanra
Lorimer Kyoto
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THE TASTE
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Kiyomizu-dera
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Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka no tō)
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Komeda's Coffee
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Okamoto Kimono Rental Fushimi Inari Shop
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Fushimi Inari Taisha
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Nishiki Market
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Gion Duck Rice
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BEE’S KNEES
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Day 5 - Osaka
Hotel Recommendation
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka
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Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda
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Lunch
Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Yokocho Branch
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Evening
Explore Dotonburi
Dotonbori
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Day 6 - Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan
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Express Pass: For a smooth experience and guaranteed entry into Super Nintendo World (SNW), I would recommend purchasing an express pass. This is at an additional cost, but I highly recommend it as this provides timed "fast passes" into specific rides and attractions.
Tip: BOOK EARLY! We waited to book our tickets and missed out on the early entry passes for SNW. Booking tickets early ensures the best entry time into SNW as later times will mean crowds and long lines
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Day 7 - Hakone
Tip: Ship your luggage! As we moved our way back towards Tokyo, we decided to ship our luggage from Swissotel to our last destination, Disney Hotel Mira Costa. Our hotel helped arrange the shipment of our one large luggage which cost about $40 and took two days to get to our destination. Doing this allowed us to travel through Hakone, a smaller town, with ease.
Hotel Recommendation
Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu
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Days 8-10 - Tokyo/Disney
Hotel Recommendation - Any of the Disney hotels!
We stayed here:
Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta
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Tip: Reservations for up to five consecutive nights are accepted 4 months in advance at 1100 JAPAN time (Example: For October 31 check-in date, reservations are accepted from 1100, July 1)
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Tokyo Disneyland
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Tokyo DisneySea
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* * *
CURATED BY
Hi! My name is Rachelle from Dang Family FI.
My husband and I started our travel journey right after completing pharmacy school in 2014, and we haven't slowed down since, even after starting our family. Together, we've explored 22 countries, and we're excited to share our itineraries, reviews, and travel tips from our adventures!
Our travel style is all about packing our itineraries with a mix of history, good eats, luxury, and unique adventures, all perfect for capturing those instagram-worthy moments!
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