What to do when going out with kids in Tokyo? Ranking of popular activities announced!

On this page, Tokyo Recommended activities, leisure, experiences and play for outings with children Special feature!
Based on the popularity ranking, we have selected the best hotels for day trips and weekend leisure. A thorough introduction to "Tokyo's playgrounds that both adults and children can enjoy" To do.
Outdoor activities, indoor leisure, cultural experiences, crafts, etc. Please use this to help plan your family outings.
table of contents
- 1 Popular activity experience tour rankings in Tokyo
- 2 Popular activities, leisure, experiences and fun in Tokyo
- 3 5 recommended outdoor activities for outings with kids in Tokyo
- 4 5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children in Tokyo
- 5 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Popular activity experience tour rankings in Tokyo
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Tokyo Popular activity experience tour ranking "We would like to introduce you to "
Not only within the 23 wards and suburbs of Tokyo, but also the Izu Islands A wide range of plans are ranked, including those for remote islands.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.
Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo ♪ NEW OPENING on 12/10!
- 4.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo. ★Chopstick making experience recommended for couples and families★ This is a chopstick making workshop using a plane. You can have fun making your own chopsticks with your family, couples, or friends. ◆Process◆ 1. Choose the wood (12 types) 2. Choose the length of the chopsticks (2 types) 3. Set the chopsticks on the stand and use the plane to carve them.
- 4.5
- (60 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
The movie "Exit 8" Tokyo Metro Escape Game is a "mystery game for finding strange occurrences" in which participants solve the puzzles set up on the Tokyo Metro, search for strange occurrences, and escape from the Tokyo Metro. Participants purchase a kit and follow the instructions in the booklet and on the website to solve the puzzles and search for strange occurrences hidden in everyday life. By repeating this process, participants will eventually escape from Exit 8.
- 4.9
- (28 reviews and experiences)
[Rafting] It is an outdoor sport where you work together with your friends to operate a raft boat that can hold up to eight people (including one guide) and go down a mountain stream. You can enjoy the spectacular scenery of nature that you would never imagine being in Tokyo. The water of the Tama River is really clean! There are many ways to enjoy it during the tour, such as playing in the river, jumping from rocks, or just floating around without thinking about anything.
- 4.8
- (71 reviews and experiences)
A calm moment with no waves or currents. Relax and chill out on the lake. Okutama Lake SUP. Okutama Lake SUP is easy to participate in even if you are a first-time SUP user! The Lake SUP base is a one-minute walk from the station, so it's easy to get to! We have set up the Shiromaru Annex on the shores of Lake Shiromaru, where the tour is held, and we look forward to welcoming you. A highly effective way to relax and exercise.
[Tokyo/Izu Oshima] Experience diving ♪ Underwater photography and video shooting service included
- 4.8
- (14 reviews and experiences)
Our shop is located in the Motomachi area, 10 minutes by car from Motomachi Port and 10 minutes by car from Okada Port. If you do not have a rental car or other means of transportation, please contact us for a pick-up service. (Limited to Motomachi to Okada areas) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gathering / Reception (5 minutes) ② Explanation (15 minutes) ③ Change of clothes & advance preparation (30 minutes) ④ Driving to the point (10 minutes) ⑤ Dial
[Tokyo, Okutama] Lake SUP tour at Lake Shiromaru with photo data ☆
- 4.8
- (22 reviews and experiences)
We are holding a Lake Shiromaru SUP tour in the Okutama area of Tokyo. Try stand-up paddling on the deep green Lake Shiromaru, which is connected to the clear waters of the Tama River. Once you get the hang of it, you can easily stand on the SUP. By getting on the SUP board one person at a time and paddling forward, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll on the water. You can ride with your children, or relax with your partner or friends.
- 4.6
- (34 reviews and experiences)
We will guide you through the world of SUP at Lake Shiromaru, which uses the Tama River. It feels great to stand on the water. It's a truly new paddling sport. Just floating around like a leaf is soothing.
- 4.3
- (6 reviews and experiences)
The fee includes the experience of interacting with animals such as owls and feeding them. ☆There is no time limit due to the limit on the number of people entering, but when it is crowded, there will be a one-hour rotation. *You can enter without a reservation on the day, but there is a limit on the number of people entering. This is a popular and talked-about animal cafe in Tokyo, located 3 minutes walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo! It has owls and hedgehogs.
- 4.9
- (89 reviews and experiences)
A full-scale canyoning tour in a crystal clear valley surrounded by deep greenery that you wouldn't expect to find in Tokyo! The course is short in distance and packed with fun spots, so you can enjoy playing in the river to your heart's content even in half a day. Slide down the natural water slides made by water eroding the rocks, jump into the natural pool, and enjoy the river play points.
Popular activities, leisure, experiences and fun in Tokyo

" Tokyo What are the popular activities? "or" What's popular in Tokyo right now? I'm sure there are many people who are researching information such as "
In Tokyo, Popular leisure facilities, outdoor activities, cultural experiences, crafts, etc. You can enjoy a variety of games.
From here, we will introduce the latest reservation data from Activity Japan. Popular activities, leisure, experiences and fun in Tokyo "We will introduce you to "
Popular activities, leisure, experiences and fun in Tokyo
The first place
|
Escape Game |
---|---|
2nd place
|
Making sweets and Japanese sweets |
3rd place
|
Pottery experience/pottery class |
4th Place
|
Sea fishing/fishing boat |
5th Place
|
Canoeing and Kayaking |
6th place
|
Insect collecting |
No.7
|
Handmade accessories/accessory making |
No.8
|
Four-wheeled buggy |
9th place
|
Animal Cafe |
10th place
|
Cruising and boat parties |
Many popular facilities are open in central Tokyo. " Escape Game " is the most popular It is ranked in.
Next, " Making sweets and Japanese sweets "or" Pottery experience/pottery class " and Creative indoor leisure activities are popular We are collecting.
From here, Introducing recommended activities, leisure, experiences, and play for outdoor and indoor outings in Tokyo with children We will continue to do so.
Recommended Feature Articles
5 recommended outdoor activities for outings with kids in Tokyo
" I want to play outside with my kids! I think there are many families who think this way.
Tokyo In Tokyo, there are outdoor spots such as Okutama and Ogasawara, as well as in the 23 wards. Numerous outdoor activity experience tours are held It has been.
Below are some of the activities carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial team: 5 recommended outdoor activities for outings with kids in Tokyo "We would like to introduce you to "
Canoeing and Kayaking
Outdoor activities using lakes and rivers as playgrounds Canoeing and Kayaking "
Because it can be easily steered by anyone in the same way as a rowboat, Even beginners and children can enjoy it with peace of mind That is what is attractive about it.
Popular canoe and kayak experience tours in Tokyo
- 4.9
- (11 reviews and experiences)
A fantastic night kayaking tour set in Tokyo's waterfront. We will take you to an extraordinary world where the Skytree and city lights sway on the water's surface. Beginners will be provided with a lecture, and the small group size allows for relaxed enjoyment. This is a popular activity for families, solo travelers, and couples. Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and spend a special moment on the tranquil waters.
[Tokyo/Okutama] Relaxing canoe/kayak one-day experience tour (long course)
- 4.6
- (19 reviews and experiences)
Why not spend a relaxing day learning the basics of a single-person river kayak? Our experienced instructors will teach you everything from getting on and off the boat to using a paddle (oar) and what to do if you capsize.
[Tokyo, Okutama] Rent a Canadian canoe at Lake Shiromaru! (Beginners welcome!)
- 4.2
- (3 reviews/experiences)
Okutama Shiromaru is located in a national park, accessible from Tokyo in 2.5 hours by train. You can rent a canoe on the magnificent lake. The canoes are extremely stable, so even those who hate getting wet can enjoy themselves with peace of mind. Up to 3 people can ride in one canoe (starting from 3,000 yen/2 hours). Life jackets and paddles are included. It's safe even for first-time Canadian canoe riders.
Rafting

" is a very popular outdoor activity during the spring and summer season. Rafting "
In Tokyo, Tama River rafting held in the Chichibu and Okutama areas It is counted among the three major rafting spots in the Kanto region.
Popular rafting experience tour rankings in Tokyo
- 4.9
- (28 reviews and experiences)
[Rafting] It is an outdoor sport where you work together with your friends to operate a raft boat that can hold up to eight people (including one guide) and go down a mountain stream. You can enjoy the spectacular scenery of nature that you would never imagine being in Tokyo. The water of the Tama River is really clean! There are many ways to enjoy it during the tour, such as playing in the river, jumping from rocks, or just floating around without thinking about anything.
[Tokyo, Okutama] Half-day rafting for elementary school students (with photos and videos)
- 4.6
- (5 reviews and experiences)
This is a rafting tour in the rapids of the Tama River in Okutama, Tokyo. The guides are all veterans. Anyone from elementary school age can participate, and the rafting tour fee includes all the equipment and tour photos and videos you need. There are rapids, so even beginners can enjoy rafting to their heart's content.
[Tokyo, Okutama] Exhilarating river play! Tama River Rafting Tour with photo data ☆
- 4.9
- (34 reviews and experiences)
For rafting, seven guests board one rubber boat and work together to go down the river. Ride a natural roller coaster and enjoy the scenery all to yourself, surrounded by nature. Depending on the season, you can enjoy cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves. There are plenty of other things to enjoy, including boating and jumping off rocks, which are Winds' specialties. Selected as one of Japan's 100 famous waters.
Recommended Feature Articles
Sea fishing/fishing boat
In recent years, the popularity of outdoor leisure activities that parents and children can enjoy together has skyrocketed. Sea fishing/fishing boat "
On tours departing from Tokyo Bay, In addition to lectures from the captain and instructors, fishing equipment can also be rented. So you can participate empty-handed.
Popular ranking of sea fishing and fishing boat experience tours in Tokyo
- 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
- 4.7
- (3 reviews/experiences)
This plan is recommended for those who want to fish! 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 what kind of fishing you would like to do in the four hours, such as sea bass, horse mackerel, black porgy, blue fish, rockfish, rockfish, sillago, octopus, flathead, mixed fish fishing, or shark. The course times are the recommended times. We depart 24 hours a day, even outside the times listed.
- 5.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
If you want to fish, this plan is recommended! We will inform you of the fish that have been caught up to the day before, so you have a high chance of catching a fish. Please let us know what kind of fishing you would like to do in 4 hours, such as sea bass, horse mackerel, black porgy, blue fish, rockfish, rockfish, sillago, octopus, flathead, five-fish fishing, and shark. We are available to depart 24 hours a day. If you have a desired departure time, please make a reservation.
Recommended Feature Articles
Ecotours and nature guided tours

You can learn while having fun in the great outdoors. Ecotours and nature guided tours "
In Tokyo, insect collecting and animal observation A wide variety of tours for children are available It has become popular.
Popular eco-tours and nature guided tours in Tokyo
- 4.5
- (4 reviews and experiences)
Okutama Mitake is only 90 minutes by train from Tokyo, but it is full of nature and offers thrilling and exciting rafting! Families are welcome to join, as children from the first grade of elementary school can participate. You can enjoy different expressions in each season. The Tama River that runs through Okutama is famous for its clear waters, and Mitake Valley is one of Japan's 100 famous waters. On both sides of the valley,
This is a special river and forest exploration tour. Meet at Chofu Station (for train passengers) or Fukadai Niwai no Sato (for car passengers) at 3:30 PM. Briefing session from 3:30 PM to 3:45 PM. Explore the upstream springs and search for several types of dragonfly nymphs, river crabs, fish, and loaches from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Dinner at a nearby restaurant (at our expense) from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Forest tour begins at 7:00 PM.
We will take you on a half-day tour of the magnificent nature of Miyakejima. Why not experience the transition of vegetation and encounter seasonal plants and creatures with a guide, unique to remote islands? For those who don't have the time for a full-day course, we will guide you so that you can enjoy the charm of Miyakejima to the fullest in a half-day tour.
SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board)

It has now gone beyond the fad of the past and has become a standard activity. SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) "
You can enjoy it in all water fields such as the sea, rivers, and lakes. Once you get the hang of it, even beginners will be able to set up on the same day. Its appeal is its ease of use.
Popular ranking of SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) experience tours in Tokyo
- 4.8
- (71 reviews and experiences)
A calm moment with no waves or currents. Relax and chill out on the lake. Okutama Lake SUP. Okutama Lake SUP is easy to participate in even if you are a first-time SUP user! The Lake SUP base is a one-minute walk from the station, so it's easy to get to! We have set up the Shiromaru Annex on the shores of Lake Shiromaru, where the tour is held, and we look forward to welcoming you. A highly effective way to relax and exercise.
[Tokyo, Okutama] Lake SUP tour at Lake Shiromaru with photo data ☆
- 4.8
- (22 reviews and experiences)
We are holding a Lake Shiromaru SUP tour in the Okutama area of Tokyo. Try stand-up paddling on the deep green Lake Shiromaru, which is connected to the clear waters of the Tama River. Once you get the hang of it, you can easily stand on the SUP. By getting on the SUP board one person at a time and paddling forward, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll on the water. You can ride with your children, or relax with your partner or friends.
- 4.6
- (34 reviews and experiences)
We will guide you through the world of SUP at Lake Shiromaru, which uses the Tama River. It feels great to stand on the water. It's a truly new paddling sport. Just floating around like a leaf is soothing.
Recommended Feature Articles
5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children in Tokyo
The latest amusement spots and the latest indoor leisure activities Plenty of fun things to do with your kids N Tokyo .
" What indoor activities can you enjoy in Tokyo? There are probably many families looking for indoor leisure activities to do when going out with their children, such as:
Below are some of the activities carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial team: 5 recommended indoor leisure activities for outings with children in Tokyo "We would like to introduce you to "
Escape Game
One of the most popular indoor activities Escape Game "
In Tokyo, Shinjuku and Akihabara are great places for shopping and sightseeing. Many facilities in the city center This is its characteristic.
Tokyo's most popular escape games
The movie "Exit 8" Tokyo Metro Escape Game is a "mystery game for finding strange occurrences" in which participants solve the puzzles set up on the Tokyo Metro, search for strange occurrences, and escape from the Tokyo Metro. Participants purchase a kit and follow the instructions in the booklet and on the website to solve the puzzles and search for strange occurrences hidden in everyday life. By repeating this process, participants will eventually escape from Exit 8.
- 4.3
- (6 reviews and experiences)
▼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.
[Shinjuku/Yoyogi] Fully private! Use magic to escape! "Escape from the Witch's Mansion"
- 4.6
- (10 reviews and experiences)
▼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.
Recommended Feature Articles
Making sweets and Japanese sweets

You can make authentic sweets under the guidance of pastry chefs and Japanese confectioners. Making sweets and Japanese sweets "
In Tokyo, there are many types of sweets, including dried confectionery and nerikiri confectionery. The Japanese sweets making experience plan is popular is.
Popular ranking of sweets making and Japanese sweets making in Tokyo
- 4.3
- (26 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
- (31 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
We offer a two-hour cultural experience where you can enjoy Japanese sweets and design tea (tea mocktails) in a quiet space in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. The experience starts with making skewered rice dumplings and strawberry daifuku (rice cakes) with cute animal motifs such as rabbits and chicks. Even beginners can feel at ease as the instructor will provide careful support. Next, we will have two types of mocktails (
Recommended Feature Articles
Pottery experience/pottery class

The most popular leisure activity involving hands-on craftsmanship is Pottery experience/pottery class "
Choose from the electric potter's wheel experience, hand-shaping experience, painting/coloring experience Choose a course based on your child's age This is another reason why we recommend it.
Popular ranking of pottery experiences and classes in Tokyo
- 4.6
- (7 reviews and experiences)
In the electric potter's wheel experience, you will create a piece on the automatically rotating wheel. Even if you are new to the electric potter's wheel, the instructor will provide you with full 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 good at it, you can make more than that!
[Tokyo, Meguro] Popular! Regular experience of painting and hand-forming pottery
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
1. You will draw a picture of your favorite design on a bisque teacup using special pigments. Even if you are not good at painting, there are plenty of samples available, so don't worry. 2. You will make a rice bowl by hand. Since it is stretched by hand, it will have a unique shape. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① The instructor will explain how to paint a teacup. (10 minutes) ② Painting begins
- 4.8
- (3 reviews/experiences)
Even beginners can easily make works. Even those who have never touched clay can try the "electric potter's wheel"! "Electric potter's wheel" recommendations! Plates, tea bowls, bowls, cups, etc. You can make your favorite works and choose at the end. Please choose one or two that you like. You can also add painting experience separately.
Recommended Feature Articles
Handmade accessories/accessory making
You can enjoy making various accessories such as rings, necklaces, earrings, etc. Handmade accessories/accessory making "
There are plenty of plans available for small children to participate in, Create your own one-of-a-kind accessories together can make.
Popular handmade accessories and accessory making in Tokyo
- 4.9
- (8 reviews and experiences)
Power stones are said to bring good luck. Why not try making a string of beads into a bracelet and feel their power all the time? They will give you strength to overcome various worries, such as "I want to live each day with energy" and "I want to improve my luck in love." This traditional stone shop, which has been in business for four generations, offers high-quality stones with a discerning eye!
- 4.4
- (8 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.
You will learn how to tie knots to create a round shape and make earrings/pierced earrings. You can take home the finished accessories. You can also take home any unused Mizuhiki and parts included in the kit. This is the content of komorebi Mizuhiki Course C3. ~Schedule~ ① Sit down, explanation (5 minutes) ② Check the kit (10 minutes) ③ Production (90 minutes) ④
Animal Cafe
You can spend a relaxing time interacting with cute animals. Animal Cafe "
Owls, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc. in Tokyo You can play with animals that are popular with children There are many cafes open.
Tokyo's most popular animal cafes
- 4.3
- (6 reviews and experiences)
The fee includes the experience of interacting with animals such as owls and feeding them. ☆There is no time limit due to the limit on the number of people entering, but when it is crowded, there will be a one-hour rotation. *You can enter without a reservation on the day, but there is a limit on the number of people entering. This is a popular and talked-about animal cafe in Tokyo, located 3 minutes walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo! It has owls and hedgehogs.
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.
You can interact with cute owls in a clean store. There are many owls in the room, and they will jump on your arms or shoulders. [Coronavirus Countermeasures] ・The clean store has no smell and is always ventilated. ・We accept reservations for small groups. ・Hand sanitizer is installed at the entrance. ・The room is ventilated. ・Masks available for free use
Recommended Feature Articles
*The content of this article is current as of July 2024.