Tokyo With Kids
Joined 2024
A 4 hour custom tour of Tokyo for you and your family. We can see all the famous sights including Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko dog., Harajuku’s Famous Takeshita Dori, Meiji Jingu and also do things that Japanese people themselves love to do in Tokyo.
This tour is especially designed for families with children. Our focus is to spoil your kids while the parents can enjoy the tour!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel in the 23 wards or closest train Station. I like to start the tour around 10 to avoid rush hour and make it less stressful for the kids.
- Depending on your hotel location we can meet at Shinjuku station, your hotel or directly at Shibuya. Depending on your location, we can also add the 43rd floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building into the tour as well. This is a “wow” factor for the kids seeing a 360 degree view of Tokyo and seeing how massive Tokyo really is. Also we can do an orientation to help you family navigate the transportation system here and also how to use Suica/PASMO cards. I play a game at a convenience store: If the kids can buy a treat using Japanese then I buy it and let them keep it.
Shibuya
See the famous Shibuya crossing and Hachiko Dog. If there are teenagers in the group then they may love to see famous fashion shops.
There is also the Pokemon/Nintendo shop, claw machines at games centers and a toy capsule shop that the kids will love.
Tokio Food Mall is also right next to the station if you would like to pick up Japanese food to enjoy in Yoyogi Park.
Harajuku Takeshita Dori
Youth culture is on show here with the lively Takeshita street. We can enjoy crepes, long potatoes and giant cotton candy.. Also a wonderful cat cafe ( Some of my guests prefer to not go to the animal cafes in Harajuku for ethical reasons. I completely understand. I’m happy to take guests to other animal cafes upon request but the cat cafe is the only one that I’m personally ethically ok with in regards to animal welfare).
Yoyogi Park
The lively and beautiful Yoyogi park in Tokyo. Located right next to Meiji Shrine. This can also be a drop off point to enjoy lunch and wander around. Depending on the season we can see Autumn leaves or the beautiful cherry tree blossoms.
Meiji Jingu
The famous Meiji Jingu where we will walk to the temple and teach you how the Japanese pray. This is where I play a Japanese game with the children whilst also explaining the historical significance of this amazing, sacred place to the adults of the group.
Optional : Shinjuku Station and Godzilla head
The busiest station in the world. Some of my little guests are fascinated with trains so this is an option for them . Also there is a big Godzilla head on the side of a building that some of the little ones have greatly enjoyed seeing.
Ending Point
Drop Off Hotel or Train Station or Yoyogi Park. It’s completely dependent on where is the best place for your family.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
English Speaking Guide
Guide’s lunch and transportation costs
A welcome to Japan gift pack for kids with lots of goodies that Japanese kids love.
Transportation costs for the group
Lunch fee for the group
Tour Important Information
Please wear comfortable shoes as we will be walking.
Please let me know any dietary and physical restrictions of any members of your group and especially “Mum’s/Dad’s rule” on treats as I hand out a LOT over the course of the tour:).
Also I make Japanese postcards for the kids with their names in Japanese and also cards with simple Japanese phrases so please tell me your little one’s names.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Dan C.
Hi I’m a friendly Australian living in Japan for 20 years. I work as a Kindergarten teacher here so I design my tours to be very Family Friendly: stress free for the parents and exciting for the kids. I particularly love to make little packs filled with goodies for the kids so they can experience what Japanese kids do. I want my guests to experience a real Japan and I love teaching Japanese to the little ones. * Children with special needs and/or mobility issues are especially welcomed. I can make accommodations and plan a tour based on their unique needs.
Reviews
Fiona C.
“So much fun”
We had a fabulous time on our Tokyo tour with Dan. We were a group of 2 families (4 adults and 5 kids). All 9 of us enjoyed the tour with Dan. He was very friendly, knowledgable and fun. He came well prepared with snacks and lollies to bribe the kids. The kids had a ball...and so did we. Thank you very much Dan.
Carolyn C.
“Fantastic Tour”
Highly recommend this tour. Mt Takao is just gorgeous. Dan is an excellent guide and taught our 14 year old daughter to speak Japanese phrases, which she enjoyed. Nothing was a bother and the tour was adjusted to what we wanted to see and do. Highly recommend Dan for tours in Japan.
Carolyn C.
“Fantastic Tour for Kids”
Great tour guide, my 14 year old daughter enjoyed learning Japanese phrases. Dan assisted us with getting our Suica Cards and booking our Shinkansen tickets as well has helping us navigate the train system. Tour was tailored around us and what we wanted to see and nothing was an issue for Dan. Checked in to ensure that we made our way back to our hotel that evening. We got to see everything that we wanted to on the tour, which would not have been possible with out Dan, with our short time in Japan. Highly recommended for families.
$237/ per group
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