The best things to do with kids in Tokyo in 2026 are Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea, the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, teamLab Planets, Ueno Zoo and the National Museum of Nature and Science, and the science museum Miraikan in Odaiba. Sanrio Puroland, KidZania Tokyo, the Sumida Aquarium and the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo are favorites too.
Tokyo is very safe and clean, which makes it easy with kids. Trains are stroller-friendly with elevators, though rush hour (7:30 to 9:30 a.m.) is best avoided.
Two Disney parks, including the unique DisneySea.
Tokyo Disney Resort has Tokyo Disneyland and the nautical-themed Tokyo DisneySea, which has no equivalent elsewhere.
Both are about 15 minutes from Tokyo Station.
Good to know: Buy dated tickets online.
1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031
A whimsical museum from Studio Ghibli.
The Ghibli Museum is a playful building full of Studio Ghibli art, with a short film shown only here and a giant Catbus for small children.
Tickets must be bought in advance.
Good to know: Book tickets the moment they go on sale.
1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013
Walk barefoot through water and light.
teamLab Planets is an immersive digital art museum where visitors walk barefoot through water, mirrors and light installations.
Kids love it.
Good to know: Wear shorts or clothes you can roll up.
6-1-16 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061
Japan's oldest zoo, in Ueno Park.
Ueno Zoo opened in 1882 and is home to many animals across two areas linked by a path.
It is inexpensive and easy to combine with the museums.
Good to know: Check closed days (usually Mondays).
9-83 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8711
Dinosaurs, space and Japan's natural history.
The National Museum of Nature and Science in Ueno has dinosaur skeletons, a hands-on discovery area and exhibits on Japan's nature.
It is a good rainy-day choice.
Good to know: Combine with Ueno Zoo.
7-20 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8718
Japan's hands-on science museum.
Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, has interactive exhibits on robots, space and the future.
It is great for curious older kids.
Good to know: See the robot demonstrations.
2-3-6 Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064
Hello Kitty's indoor theme park.
Sanrio Puroland is an indoor theme park devoted to Hello Kitty and Sanrio characters, with shows, rides and character meetings.
It is about 40 minutes from Shinjuku.
Good to know: Check the show schedule when you arrive.
1-31 Ochiai, Tama, Tokyo 206-8588
A kid-sized city of real jobs.
KidZania lets children role-play jobs from pilot to firefighter in a miniature city at LaLaport Toyosu.
Some sessions offer English support.
Good to know: Book ahead, especially for English programs.
Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu, 2-4-9 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061
An aquarium at the foot of Skytree.
The Sumida Aquarium in Tokyo Skytree Town has penguins, a garden-eel tank and jellyfish displays.
It is compact and stroller-friendly.
Good to know: Combine with Skytree.
Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi 5F, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045
The biggest Pokémon store in Tokyo.
Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Sunshine City is packed with Pokémon goods and photo spots.
The Pokémon Café is separate and needs a booking.
Good to know: Weekday mornings are calmer.
Sunshine City Alpa 2F, 3-1-2 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013
Yes. It is safe, clean and full of museums, parks, theme parks and themed shops that kids love.
Yes. Tickets are sold for specific dates and times, usually from the 10th of the previous month, and sell out quickly.
A kid-sized city where children role-play real jobs, at LaLaport Toyosu. Book ahead; some programs are in English.
Disneyland is better for younger children; DisneySea suits older kids and adults.
Yes, most stations have elevators; avoid rush hours.