Ranking of recommended spots and popular activities for outings with children in the Kanto region
On this page, Kanto Recommended spots and popular activities for outings with children Special feature!
Popular spots in the Kanto region where families with children can have fun together A thorough introduction to outdoor and indoor activities, leisure, experiences and play To do.
Elementary school students, junior high school students, infants, etc. Find activity experience tours in the Kanto region that suit your children's ages.
table of contents
- 1 Popular activity experience tour rankings in Kanto
- 2 Popular prefectures in the Kanto region for outings with children
- 3 5 recommended outdoor activities for kids in the Kanto region
- 4 5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children in the Kanto region
- 5 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Popular activity experience tour rankings in Kanto
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Kanto Popular activity experience tour ranking "We would like to introduce you to "
Can be enjoyed by everyone from children to adults, and all year round, regardless of the season Recommended Kanto leisure plans ranked doing.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.
- 5.0
- (22 reviews and experiences)
Adventure trekking in the snowy and icy world of the Nikko Omote Mountains, the foothills of Mt. Nyoho, and the valley along the Inari River! Wearing crampons and fully equipped for winter mountaineering, you will walk with a guide towards the Unryu Valley. (About 6 hours round trip, recommended for those with good legs) When you reach the end, you will see a 120m frozen waterfall frozen in the frost, as well as 100m wide icicles and ice walls! You must see this!! On a winter day,
- 4.8
- (68 reviews and experiences)
We will walk through the spectacular snowfields of Oku-Nikko and visit the hidden waterfall "Iori Falls" deep in the valley. Iori Falls is a magnificent frozen waterfall, about 20 meters high. It is located in the shade and the ice grows slowly, so it is known for its beautiful blue ice. This tour is a plan to visit Iori Falls accompanied by a nature guide who knows the local area well.
[Gunma, Ikaho] Experience the wonder of waterfall training at one of Japan's most famous waterfalls
- 4.8
- (22 reviews and experiences)
Experience waterfall asceticism at Tanashita Fudo Falls in Shibukawa, Gunma Prefecture, one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls. A female guide will carefully guide you through the proper way to enter the waterfall. The gi used for the asceticism will be provided here, so even first-timers can participate empty-handed with peace of mind. ~Experience Schedule~ 10:00 or 14:00 Meet at the local parking lot, check in, change into your clothes, and after checking in, you will be given the gi.
Beginners and experienced hikers welcome! Snowshoe into the snowy forest! 2026 [Tochigi, Oku-Nikko]
- 4.8
- (31 reviews and experiences)
A winter forest covered in powdery snow! Enjoy the quiet forest with a guide! Oku-Nikko in winter, where powder snow piles up. There is so much snow in the forest that you will get stuck in it with just one step! But you can move around in such a place without getting buried with snowshoes! At this event, you will use snowshoes to enjoy nature observation and playing in the snow in the winter forest.
- 4.5
- (62 reviews and experiences)
Did you know that there is a desert in Tokyo? This is a fully guided tour plan to drive a four-wheeled buggy through the wilderness of Izu Oshima, an isolated island off the coast of Tokyo, and visit Japan's only Tokyo desert, the Ura Desert. Anyone with a regular driver's license can drive! Why not enjoy this overwhelmingly extraordinary experience? - Flow of the day - 1. Explanation and lecture
[Tochigi, Oku-Nikko] Play in the powder snow! Kids Snowshoeing 2026
- 5.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
Get covered in snow in Oku-Nikko! Play snowshoeing with a nature guide! [Sunday, January 25th, Saturday, January 31st, 2026, Sunday, February 8th, 10:00-12:00] Fluffy snow can make it difficult to move, but with snowshoes, walking and running is a breeze! No special training is required, and it's safe for both children and first-time adults.
- 4.6
- (13 reviews and experiences)
Would you like to try making 100% buckwheat soba noodles in the ancient city of Kamakura? Even beginners are welcome. The owner of Kamakura Hase Shiori-an (Edo Sobalier) will provide easy instruction. One bowl per person, the course lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, and you will experience everything from making buckwheat flour to thinly slicing the soba noodles. The store will be reserved exclusively for groups of two or more. Experience flow: 1. Soba-making experience ① Making the bowl
- 4.7
- (23 reviews and experiences)
Would you like to try making 100% buckwheat soba noodles in the ancient city of Kamakura? Even beginners are welcome. The owner of Kamakura Hase Shiori-an (Edo Sobalier) will provide easy instruction. With a course of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours for two people per bowl, you will experience making soba noodles from the state of buckwheat flour to the state of thinly sliced soba noodles. Experience flow: 1. Soba making experience ① Work in the bowl (sifting, turning water, kneading) ② Making the noodles on the rolling table
- 4.8
- (48 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the spectacular views from a maximum altitude of 1000m in this authentic hot air balloon free flight experience. You can enjoy an extraordinary aerial walk, spending romantic time with your loved one, making special memories with family and friends, or enjoying a luxurious time alone. You can also take action shots using drones and enjoy 360-degree photography.
"Winter hiking in Senjogahara with a guide!" Free equipment rental in Oku-Nikko, Tochigi
- 4.8
- (7 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the scenery and nature that only winter can offer, from blue skies to blizzards. Senjogahara, located at an altitude of approximately 1,400m, is a world of snow and ice in winter. Breathtaking winter sunshine, whiteout blizzards, trees sparkling with frost... This tour allows you to enjoy Senjogahara, which shows different faces depending on the day, while hiking with a guide. 1~
Popular prefectures in the Kanto region for outings with children
" Kanto What are the most popular places to go with kids? I think many people are looking for places where parents and children can play together, such as ``parks and other facilities.''
Next, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Popular prefecture rankings for Kanto activities " We will introduce a carefully selected collection of "
Family trips, day trips, places you can get to by train, etc. Check out popular activities in the area Let's do it.
Popular prefecture rankings for Kanto activities
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The first place
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Tokyo |
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2nd place
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Kanagawa |
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3rd place
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Chiba |
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4th Place
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Gunma |
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5th Place
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Tochigi |
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6th place
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Saitama |
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No.7
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Ibaraki |
You can enjoy the latest leisure spots, crafts and cultural experiences, as well as outdoor activities. " Tokyo " ranked first doing.
Next, there are places that can be accessed from Tokyo on a day trip. " Kanagawa "or" Chiba " is popular We are collecting.
From here, we will introduce recommended activities, leisure, experiences, and games for outings with children in the Kanto region, both outdoor and indoor.
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5 recommended outdoor activities for kids in the Kanto region
" I want to play outside with my kids! There are probably many moms and dads who think this way.
For such active parents and children, there are the sea, rivers, mountains, lakes, etc. Outdoor activities where you can enjoy the great outdoors is recommended.
Below are some carefully selected activities by the Activity Japan editorial team. Kanto 5 recommended outdoor activities for kids We would like to introduce you to...
Sea fishing/fishing boat
You can experience authentic sea fishing by taking a fishing boat out to sea. Sea fishing/fishing boat "
You can receive tips on how to fish and rent a full set of fishing gear. Enjoy empty-handed fishing That's why it's popular with families.
Popular ranking of Kanto sea fishing and fishing boat experience tours
- 4.9
- (73 reviews and experiences)
★☆Plan Description★☆★☆4-hour fishing experience on a RIB boat - lure fishing and sabiki fishing★☆ The price is the same for children as adults. ※※We do not accept reservations or referrals to restaurants where you can catch fish. ※※※Pick-up and drop-off services are not provided※The captain will decide whether to use lure or sabiki fishing the day before or on the day. The afternoon tour ends when the sun sets, regardless of the time.
- 4.8
- (553 reviews and experiences)
◆Plan DescriptionThis is a popular plan for beginners, women, and children to easily catch horse mackerel in Tokyo Bay. You can choose between a morning or afternoon session! Beginners can also receive a lecture from a fun boatman who loves the sea! Please feel free to join us! Women and children (up to junior high school students) are usually 6,000 yen ⇒ 4,500 yen! "Horse mackerel (
- 4.7
- (35 reviews and experiences)
If you want to fish, this plan is recommended! You will be informed of the fish that have been caught up to the day before, so your chances of catching a fish will be high. Please let us know if you have any preferences for what kind of fishing you would like to do in the two hours, such as sea bass, horse mackerel, black porgy, blue fish, rockfish, rockfish, sillago, octopus, flathead, five-fish fishing, and shark. The course times are the recommended times. At the time of writing
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Canoeing and Kayaking
Outdoor activities held in all kinds of water fields, including lakes, rivers, and oceans. Canoeing and Kayaking "
No special skills are required, so beginners, children and adults alike can enjoy it. Fun for people of all ages and genders That is what is attractive about it.
Popular canoe and kayak experience tour rankings in the Kanto region
You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing from a kayak in Tokyo. This tour is available only from late March to early April. [For reference] The cherry blossoms tend to bloom about 3 to 4 days later than in Ueno Park and other areas. ◆◇ Recommended points of this tour ◇◆◎ Spectacular views of cherry blossoms and Skytree◎Children will love it too! The whole family can enjoy a little outdoor experience nearby. ◎ Beginners
- 4.9
- (248 reviews and experiences)
[Shima Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the Kanto region] Enjoy nature at Shima Lake, the bluest lake in Kanto! The greatest attraction of canoeing on the lake is the beautiful scenery you can see from the water! You can spend a relaxing time listening to the birds chirp and watching the fish swim, feeling one with nature! Reservations are accepted even after the reservation deadline! Please contact us! [Latest Activity
[Gunma, Minakami / Minakami] Kayak Half-Day Tour ① 9:30~ ② 13:00~
Spring: The season of budding. Yellow-green leaves and remaining snow - a cherry blossom viewing tour. Summer: Cool off under the sparkling sun and splash around in the water. Autumn: The colorful autumn leaves on the mountain. The soothing colors of nature. We will be visiting this great outdoors. Spend time splashing around in the water, having snacks, taking naps... and looking for monkeys and serows. On a lucky day, it's a real safari. This is a place that shows a different side of itself every day. Photos
Rafting
It is known as the king of outdoor activities held on the river. Rafting "
The three biggest rafting spots in the Kanto region are Okutama in Tokyo, Nagatoro in Saitama, and Minakami (Minakami) in Gunma. It is gaining popularity.
Popularity ranking of rafting experience tours in Kanto
- 4.8
- (188 reviews and experiences)
✨Full support for making memories! ↳ Tour photo presents available ↳ All you need to bring is a swimsuit and a towel. Equipment rental is free! ↳ Student discounts available ↳ Free transfers from station and hotel ↳ We change the way we play on the river depending on the season! Please join us in the season you like. ↳ We are a long-established outdoor guide company that puts safety first. We have good reviews on reservation sites and are reliable.
- 4.9
- (248 reviews and experiences)
[Shima Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the Kanto region] Enjoy nature at Shima Lake, the bluest lake in Kanto! The greatest attraction of canoeing on the lake is the beautiful scenery you can see from the water! You can spend a relaxing time listening to the birds chirp and watching the fish swim, feeling one with nature! Reservations are accepted even after the reservation deadline! Please contact us! [Latest Activity
[Kanto Activity Tour] Recommended greedy course ♪ Rafting & canyoning 1 day plan [Lunch included]
- 2.0
- (1 review/experience)
This plan is recommended for those who want to enjoy the outdoors for a full day! Half day is rafting, the other half is canyoning, so it's a greedy plan that allows you to experience two activities in one day♪ [Meeting time] 8:20 [Meeting place] TOP Mizukami Company 170-1 Tsunako, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture *There are no signs, so please use Google Maps to find TOP Mizukami Company
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Four-wheeled buggy
The playfield is a special course set up in the mountains and forests. Four-wheeled buggy "
Many plans are available without a driver's license Therefore, it is a recommended outdoor activity that parents and children can enjoy together.
Popular ranking of four-wheel buggy experience tours in the Kanto region
- 4.5
- (62 reviews and experiences)
Did you know that there is a desert in Tokyo? This is a fully guided tour plan to drive a four-wheeled buggy through the wilderness of Izu Oshima, an isolated island off the coast of Tokyo, and visit Japan's only Tokyo desert, the Ura Desert. Anyone with a regular driver's license can drive! Why not enjoy this overwhelmingly extraordinary experience? - Flow of the day - 1. Explanation and lecture
- 3.8
- (2 reviews/experiences)
You will ride a 4-wheeled bike on the grass. As long as you can handle the handlebars by yourself, even elementary school students are welcome to participate! Since it is privately owned, you can drive even if you do not have a driver's license. [Meeting time] 8:20 [Meeting place] TOP Mizukami Company, 170-1 Tsunako, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture *There are no signs, so please check TOP Mizukami Company on Google Maps.
- 4.8
- (3 reviews/experiences)
This is a one-day plan where you can enjoy buggy riding to your heart's content. Children from elementary school age can participate, so let's all have fun together!
Paragliding
" is the most popular and well-known sky activity. Paragliding "
If it's your first time experiencing paragliding, you'll fly in the sky with an instructor. We recommend the "Tandem Flight" course. is.
Popular ranking of Kanto paragliding experience tours
- 4.9
- (6 reviews and experiences)
◆This plan requires you to come to our school's "Dodaira Sky Park Practice Field" by car by 9:45. Please come by car as there is no public transport to the site. If you are unable to come by car, please use the separate free transfer plan. First, you will practice rise-ups. Once you have practiced enough, you will jump from a small hill about 25m high to a height of 5m.
License acquisition trial course
If you're interested in learning more about paragliding, getting a paragliding license, or wondering what the school's atmosphere is like, this is the perfect place to clear up any doubts or worries you may have. This two-day course includes practical training and two tandem (two-seater) flights to help you obtain a beginner's paragliding license.
- 4.8
- (18 reviews and experiences)
I want to fly in the sky! I think everyone has wished for that at least once. In the tandem flight course, you can enjoy flying casually by riding in a paraglider with an instructor. It's okay even if you've never seen or touched a paraglider! There are no difficult lessons or practice, and you can leave the piloting to the instructor, so you can fly in the sky.
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5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children in the Kanto region
Popular amusement facilities and craft experiences A wide variety of indoor leisure activities A variety of.
Perfect for indoor families and even on rainy days The variety of fun plans makes it perfect for outings with children.
Below are some carefully selected activities by the Activity Japan editorial team. Kanto 5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children We would like to introduce you to...
Escape Game
Solve puzzles and aim to escape from a locked room. Escape Game "
Popular not only with families but also with couples and groups of friends Indoor activities you can enjoy in the city This is a prime example.
Kanto Area Escape Game Experience Popularity Ranking
Escape from a prison cell you're locked in! Use your wits with your friends to solve the mystery. Escape games are games where you and your friends are locked in a closed environment such as a locked room, and you have to find items and keys hidden in the room and solve the mystery to escape. There is a time limit, so the tension is outstanding! It's like a movie with high-tech traps.
▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game: "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow." A Real Escape Game recreates that scene in the real world using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools, a dark room, and a dark room.
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game, "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow" is recreated in the real world in a Real Escape Game using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools,
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Pottery experience/pottery class
A representative example of a hands-on manufacturing experience is the " Pottery experience/pottery class "
In addition to a full-scale electric potter's wheel experience, you can also try hand-shaping, painting, and coloring. Plans are available to suit all levels and ages. It has become popular.
Popular pottery experience and pottery class experience rankings in the Kanto region
- 5.0
- (7 reviews and experiences)
"Yu Kobo" has six classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Bright and friendly professional staff will help you at your own pace. ☆This is a casual course where you can create a work in a 45-minute lesson. ☆You can choose from a one-day experience of the board-making small plate course and the cat chopstick rest painting course. ・Board-making small plate course Small plate with a diameter of about 10 cm
- 4.6
- (7 reviews and experiences)
In the cold winter, you want to play indoors in the warmth, right? ♪ In the electric potter's wheel experience, you will create a piece on a wheel that turns automatically. Even if you are new to the electric potter's wheel, the instructor will provide solid support, so you can make as many pieces as you like until you are satisfied with the shape within the one-hour pottery experience. ♪ In a one-hour pottery experience, you can make about 2 to 4 pieces. If you are fast,
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
"Yu Kobo" has six classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Our friendly and professional staff will help you at your own pace. Knead the clay. Use your inspiration to create your favorite object. You can make any shape you like, such as a shisa, haniwa, animal, or your favorite character. Make interior decorations to decorate your room.
Making sweets and Japanese sweets
You can enjoy making sweets while listening to lectures from pastry chefs and Japanese confectioners. Making sweets and Japanese sweets "
Make delicious and pretty sweets The experience plans are popular among families with girls.
Popular ranking of sweets making and Japanese confectionery making experiences in the Kanto region
[Tokyo, Kanda] [Two-item Matcha Experience Course] Make your own matcha and Nerikiri Japanese sweets
- 4.4
- (27 reviews and experiences)
At An, a Japanese culture experience in Kanda, Tokyo, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you! <Two wonderful experiences: Matcha tea and Nerikiri Japanese sweets making> <1> Make your own original Nerikiri Japanese sweets
- 3.9
- (32 reviews and experiences)
At An, a Japanese culture experience in Kanda, Tokyo, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. In the Japanese sweets making experience, you will make two seasonal Japanese sweets per person. A long-established anko shop in Kyoto
- 4.2
- (88 reviews and experiences)
This is an experience-based matcha cafe where you can make Japanese sweets and make matcha. You can choose one of two types of Japanese sweets (nerikiri) that change every month. *The sweets that you can make that month are posted on Instagram. ■Process from entering the store■1. Choose a Japanese sweet and make it (15-25 minutes) *We provide the bean paste, so you can make the nerikiri.
Handmade accessories/accessory making
You can make various accessories by hand. Handmade accessories/accessory making "
Pendants, bracelets, earrings, etc. One-of-a-kind original accessories Enjoy making it!
Popular handmade accessories and accessory making experiences in the Kanto region
- 4.5
- (9 reviews and experiences)
Yu Kobo has six classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Our friendly, professional staff will help you at your own pace. Choose one of four items (two types of bangles and two types of key chains) and create your own original leather craft. You can engrave a pattern or draw your own illustrations.
- 4.6
- (4 reviews and experiences)
◆Experience Overview◆Contents: You will create a ring using silver 950 material (width 2mm, 3.5mm, 5mm). There are various finishing methods such as mirror finish, matte finish, and black oxidized finish. The cost does not change regardless of the size or width! Price: 5,800 yen *Tax included, material costs, engraving and finishing fees are also included. Price revised from January 2026: 6,200 yen
- 5.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
・About a 3-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station in Taito Ward, Tokyo. You can enjoy making authentic bangles, starting from choosing the materials. ・You can take the completed work home on the same day. You can wear it right away. ・The craftsman will give you direct instruction. We are flexible in responding to requests, so please feel free to contact us. ・We are open to everyone, from small children to seniors.
Animal Cafe
Recommended for a weekend getaway with the family Animal Cafe "
Popular with kids Cats, owls, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc... Interact with cute animals.
Popular animal cafe experiences in the Kanto region
Recommended for those who want to spend some time relaxing ♪ This cat cafe has unlimited time! It's a 5-minute walk from Kichijoji Station, and is an indoor facility perfect for rainy days. There is no age limit, so children are welcome too! Why not spend some time interacting with carefree cats, taking photos, and relaxing?
Play with 4 kinds of animals, pet them, and feel the excitement of animals ♡ Guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, and hamsters are waiting for you at the store! Small children can also play, so please come and visit us. Children under 3 years old are free! You can use it at your own time. *On weekends, holidays, and during busy times, the usage time is 60 minutes.
[Saitama, Chichibu] A cat cafe where you can be soothed by cute cats ♪ (30-minute course)
- 4.5
- (1 review/experience)
A first in the industry! A cat cafe that incorporates animal behavior psychology! Cats who love humans will greet you☆☆☆ and you can spend a relaxing 30-minute plan. Normally, no reservation is required, so you can come anytime. Payment on site is cash only, so if you are paying by card, please make a reservation.
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*The content of this article is current as of July 2024.