Tokyo’s blend of modernity and history makes it an ideal destination for families seeking educational experiences for their children. Parents find peace of mind in the well-developed transportation network, which provides easy access to various locations, and high degree of public safety that make sightseeing with little ones a pleasure. Here are some places your whole family is sure to enjoy, where learning and fun are one and the same.

Tama Zoological Park Area

A number of fun places for children pop up all over around Tama Dobutsukoen (Tama Zoological Park) Station in the Tama region on the outskirts of Tokyo. Museums, art galleries, zoos, parks, and more are all close by for a peaceful, relaxing day.
Keio Asobi no Mori “HUGHUG” is an indoor amusement area themed around “wood education,” “physical education,” and “intellectual education” and features one of the largest net playgrounds in Japan, and a ball pool filled with about 45,000 balls. Small children can also play safely in the area for infants and toddlers. The interior and much of the playground equipment are made of cedar and hinoki cypress grown locally in Tama, so kids can feel the organic warmth of wood while playing. A cafe also offers a wide range of dishes just right for children.
HUGHUG(Japanese site only)

In Keio Asobi no Mori HUGHUG, the outdoor activity park “HUGTRATOPS” opened this March. This place is recommended for families, friends, and couples who want to have athletic fun that gets the whole body moving. Here you’ll find one of the largest kids’ obstacle courses in Japan, and an about 16 meter-tall athletic tower even adults can enjoy. The athletic tower is divided into three levels of difficulty. Children who are 100-140 cm tall and under 40 kg can enjoy the Kid’s Course. They will navigate a course about one meter off the ground while wearing a harness (reservations required).
HUGTRATOPS(Japanese site only)

Keio Rail Land is an amusement park focused on the world of railroads. Play in a special area just for toy trains, or check out dioramas that recreate the area along the Keio Line and train and bus carriages and various components that are on display. Experience the unparalleled realism of operating a train in an actual driver’s cab, and opening and closing doors on an actual train car that was once in operation.
Keio Rail Land(Japanese site only)

YOMIURILAND

YOMIURILAND amusement park celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. Enjoy over 40 attractions, including roller coasters, along with winter illuminations that draw throngs of visitors from far and wide. In 2021, a new facility called “SPACE Factory” opened in the “Goodjoba!!” area, offering hands-on experience of Japanese craftsmanship through workshops and attractions. From automobiles to food, fashion, stationery, and wellness products, enjoy learning about the manufacturing processes while experiencing the attractions.
YOMIURILAND

TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN

TOKYO SKYTREE, the world’s tallest free-standing radio tower at 634 meters, is one of Tokyo’s iconic landmarks. Two observation decks, at 350 meters and 450 meters above ground, offer panoramic views of the city. On clear days, you might even see Mount Fuji. The area surrounding TOKYO SKYTREE is packed with all kinds of attractions. TOKYO Solamachi is an entertainment complex with over 300 stores, including restaurants, fashion, and souvenir shops. Located on the 8th floor, the Chiba Institute of Technology TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN Campus features an area showcasing cutting-edge science and technology, from robotics to planetary exploration. The Postal Museum Japan is another fascinating place to learn the history of delivery services. Meanwhile, a planetarium (with some programs in English) and an aquarium are also nearby for a full day of endless fun.
TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN

SMALL WORLDS Miniature Museum

The bayside area of Ariake is home to one of the largest indoor miniature museums in Asia, SMALL WORLDS. This 7,000 sq.-meter museum is divided into nine areas, each with its own unique diorama, including a space center, an airport, and towns that inspired anime works. The intricately detailed miniatures move, bringing to life space shuttle launches and robotic action, with imagery and sound effects that help create a feeling of total immersion. Workshops are also available where parents and children can enjoy creating miniature figures of themselves using a 3D scanner, as well as painting miniatures.
SMALL WORLDS

Ninja Trick House in Tokyo

The ever-fascinating ninja are an iconic presence in Japanese culture. Near Shinjuku Station, the Ninja Trick House in Tokyo offers real ninja experiences such as throwing “shuriken” (a concealed throwing blade, aka “throwing star”) and swordsmanship. After learning about the mission of ninja through animation, sling a blade around your waist and practice unsheathing it for attack, along with trying your hand at throwing shuriken. The atmospheric space is full of tricks ninjas use to conceal themselves. Experience traditional Japanese culture while exploring the secrets of Japan’s “shadow warriors.”
Ninja Trick House in Tokyo

RED° TOKYO TOWER

For more than 65 years, Tokyo Tower has been a shining landmark of the city. At its base, inside the shopping complex, Foot Town, is Japan’s largest digital amusement park, RED゜TOKYO TOWER. Here, you can jump into a whole new realm of sports where the real and the virtual become one. Familiar favorite sports such as soccer and racing games merge with cutting-edge digital technology, evolving into immersive experiences that anyone can enjoy, regardless of age or physical differences. This spring, a competitive attraction, “ROBOT FIGHT,” where you can battle in a robot suit, opened and has been attracting many visitors. People of all ages are sure to go head over heels for the attractions here. Zojoji Temple, Shiba Park and other sightseeing spots are also nearby the tower.
RED° TOKYO TOWER