Things to do beyond Tokyo with kids
25- The INTERACTIVE Samurai and Ninja Museum (Kyoto)
It’s the #1 ranked family-friendly museum in Kyoto, and it’s amazingly INTERACTIVE! With a visit to this famous museum, you’ll get a guided tour in English and learn what makes the katana in Japan special compared to the Western blades.
Furthermore, there are swordsmanship and ninja-throwing lessons inside the museum. Of course, a visit here won’t be complete without trying on some Samurai and ninja clothes.
Not fond of Japan’s mighty warriors? Guess what? You can still have a blast at Maikoya, thanks to its kimono photo opportunities for the entire family. And you can request to do it in a different scenic location.
- FREE for children below three years old
- Opening hours: 10:30 AM to 08:00 PM
26- Kyoto Aquarium
Source: Kyoto Aquarium
Opened in 2012, the Kyoto Aquarium wows visitors with its charming marine residents who are endemic to Kyoto’s waterway and other saltwater creatures. Perfect for kids and adults, the aquatic museum aims to entertain and educate guests about marine ecosystems. Main exhibits include fur seals, Asian giant salamanders, penguins, coral reefs, and dolphin shows.
Kids below three years old are free to enter the museum. Admission is JPY 2,050 for adults and JPY 600 for kids over three years old.
- Opening hours: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM daily
27- Iwatayama Monkey Park
This park near the famed Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is home to 120 friendly Japanese macaques. These monkeys are native to the country and are the kinds of monkeys you often see in well-known photos wherein they bathe blissfully in a hot spring in winter.
Even though humans feed them, these animals are still wild. That’s why you should avoid touching or staring them at their eyes.
- Opening hours: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM daily
28- Universal Studios Japan
No trip to Japan with kids is complete without a visit to Universal Studios Japan. Known as one of Asia’s best theme parks, USJ has many mind-blowing attractions and rides for teenagers and adults, like Jurassic ParkSpider-Manan and Jaws. Moreover, the park brims with child-friendly attractions featuring characters from Sesame Street and Hello Kitty.
Arrive as early as you can since tickets to the top rides sell out quickly and are limited.
- Opening hours: Time varies. Check their official website for more info
29- Nara Deer Park
Nara Deer Park is next to the world’s oldest pagoda and several UNESCO World Heritage sites. Here, you can explore beautiful grounds and, more importantly, get up-close encounters with talented and friendly guests around the park.
Buy biscuits that are made specifically for these animals so you can easily mingle with the park’s deer. There are plenty of vendors nearby that sell these biscuits.
- Opening hours: 24 hours a day
Enjoy your vacation in Tokyo, and make unforgettable memories with your families and kids in this incredible city!
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