7 Days in Tokyo with Kids: A Nap-Friendly Itinerary

This itinerary is built the way we actually travel with little ones: one main activity a day, a park or playground, and time to rest. Swap days around depending on the weather, and keep the jet-lag day gentle.

Base yourself near Tokyo Station, Asakusa or west Shinjuku. Read our Tokyo with kids guide for neighbourhood tips.

Day 1: Arrive & ease in (Asakusa)

• Land at Haneda, transfer to the hotel and nap.
• Late afternoon: stroll through Senso-ji temple and Nakamise Street (stroller-OK, but busy).
• Walk along the Sumida River at sunset, with views of the Tokyo Skytree.
• Easy dinner: konbini picnic or a family restaurant.

Day 2: Ueno Park, zoo & museums

• Morning at Ueno Zoo. It’s fully stroller-friendly.
• Lunch in the park or at Ueno station’s food court.
• Afternoon: National Museum of Nature and Science, with dinosaurs and a hands-on kids area.
• Back to the hotel for a rest.

Day 3: Tokyo Disneyland

• Arrive at opening. Buy tickets online in advance, as they’re date-specific.
• Use the Baby Center for changing, nursing and warming food.
• Pick a midday rest spot. Many families pop back to a nearby hotel.

Day 4: Harajuku, Yoyogi Park & Shibuya

• Morning picnic and playground at Yoyogi Park.
• Visit Meiji Jingu shrine on gravel paths (carrier is easier).
• Afternoon toy shopping at Kiddy Land in Harajuku.
• Watch the Shibuya Scramble from a café above the crossing.

Day 5: teamLab Planets & Toyosu

• Book a morning slot at teamLab Planets. You’ll be barefoot and wading, so bring a carrier for babies.
• Lunch at Lalaport Toyosu (great baby rooms).
• Afternoon: Kidzania Tokyo for ages 3+, or the waterfront park with sea views.

Day 6: Ghibli Museum & Inokashira Park

• Timed entry to the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka (book the day tickets release).
• Walk through Inokashira Park with its swan boats, playground and small zoo.
• Head back for an early dinner.

Day 7: Odaiba or Yokohama day trip

• Option A: Odaiba. Waterfront beach park, the giant Gundam statue and indoor play at shopping malls.
• Option B: Yokohama (30 minutes by train). The Cup Noodles Museum (make your own!) and the Anpanman Children’s Museum for toddlers.
• Final souvenir run at a department store toy floor.

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Extending your trip? Our 14 days in Japan with kids itinerary adds Hakone, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka.