Complete immigration and pick up luggage; take Narita Express or airport limousine / monorail to central Tokyo, then check in and rest. This helps the family recover from the flight and store luggage for daytime exploring.
Classic tempura at Daikokuya or family-friendly conveyor-belt sushi like Sushiro; both are close to tourist areas and good for kids. Most such places open from about 11:00am and stay open through evening.
Historic temple with colourful street of shops selling snacks and souvenirs — an easy, low-cost introduction to Tokyo for all ages. Senso-ji grounds are open daily (outdoor area free).
Stroll Ueno Park (cherry blossoms likely at end of March/early April) and visit Ueno Zoo — great for kids and wide open spaces. Ueno Zoo typically opens 9:30am–5:00pm (closed Mon).
Choose the National Museum for art and history or the National Museum of Nature and Science for hands-on exhibits — museums generally open 9:30am–5:00pm (check specific closing days).
Return to Asakusa for gentle evening stroll or visit Sumida Aquarium (inside Tokyo Skytree Town) which is open typically 9:00am–9:00pm; great for kids and close to dinner options.
Spend a full day at one Disney park — rides and shows suitable for all ages. Park opening hours vary seasonally (commonly 8:00–9:00am entry with varying closing times), and tickets should be booked well in advance.
Take highway bus from Shinjuku or train (via Otsuki then Fujikyu Line) to Kawaguchiko for best Mount Fuji views; travel time ~2–2.5 hours by bus, longer by local train.
Pleasant lakeside stroll, boat cruises on Lake Kawaguchi and family-friendly parks; great place for cherry-blossom photos if in bloom. Boat cruises operate roughly 9:00am–4:00pm.
Take Tokaido Shinkansen to Nagoya (Nozomi ~1h40m, Hikari slightly longer). Comfortable, fast transfer across central Honshu — book seats if possible for family seating.
Interactive railway museum showcasing maglev trains — great for kids and transport fans (open about 10:00am–5:00pm). Alternative: visit Nagoya Castle grounds (some areas may be under renovation; check current access).
Have breakfast and head to Aichi (Nagakute) where Studio Ghibli Park is located inside Expo Park; travel time from Nagoya central ~30–40 minutes by metro/bus.
Explore themed areas, exhibits and child-friendly displays — tickets are issued for specific dates/times and must be purchased in advance (Lawson/online). Park hours commonly around 10:00am–5:00pm; check your booked time slot.
Take a short Shinkansen or rapid train to Kyoto (approx. 35–50 minutes) and check into your Kyoto hotel; easy transfer for a full afternoon of sightseeing.
Iconic thousands-of-torii-gates hike that is free and suitable for families (you can do a short loop if children are tired). The shrine grounds are open 24/7.
Walk the bamboo grove then visit Tenryu-ji garden (open 8:30am–5:30pm usually) — both are scenic and excellent for family photos during blossom season.
Spend an action-packed day with family rides, shows and themed zones (Wizarding World, Minions, Jurassic etc.). Consider Express Passes for busy dates to reduce queue times.