Travel To Japan With Children

 

Traveling with children to Japan is relatively easy. In general, Japan is a safe, clean and easy-to-navigate country. Teenagers in particular are likely to enjoy the city sights and vibrant pop culture.

Where to Stay in Japan

There are several choices when it comes to accommodation. Ryokan are traditional Japanese guesthouses, which usually feature tatami rooms in which four or five futons are laid out in a row. However, this can be an expensive option.  Staying in a hostel is a more affordable alternative, and most have family rooms available to book.

Hotels in Japan rarely offer conjoining rooms, although some have triple rooms, and the majority can provide a cot if required for an additional charge.  

 How To Get Around

Renting a car may be the best option for families with young children, especially those who need the use of a pram or stroller. Car rental is relatively affordable in Japan and road signs are usually in both Japanese and English.

Intercity trains – including the famous bullet trains – are consistently efficient and getting around via train is usually quicker than by car. Frequent travelers who visit Japan with their families, like Brandon Glickstein, know that purchasing a rail pass makes this option particularly affordable – and children under six travel free.

Public transport is also a convenient way to travel, with prepaid passes widely available for use on buses, the metro, trains and the monorail.

The Best Destinations in Japan for Kids

Attractions To Visit With Children

The Disney Sea Park resort in Tokyo is a must-visit destination for those travelling with children, and a trip to Universal Studies, Osaka is also an extremely popular choice for a family day out. The Fuji-Q Highland amusement park in Fuji-Yoshida is known for its exciting rides, and there are numerous cycling tours available in locations including Tokyo and Osaka.

The many Karaoke parlors in Japan are another way to entertain children during a trip. An excursion to a baseball game in Japan is always a memorable experience too, regardless of whether you’re a fan of the sport or not. The baseball season in this country runs from March to October.

Skiing and snowboarding adventures can be found at the Niseko United resort, which is one of the largest in Japan and offers children’s ski camps, too. The Happo-One resort in Hakuba also features a snow park for children. 

 

Days Out with Children in Japan