Timed Tokyo Family Vacation with Fuji, Kyoto, DisneySea and 6 PM Narita Departure

Morning: Haneda to Ueno

After landing at Haneda Airport, allow around 60–90 minutes for immigration, baggage and the baby’s needs. Take the Keikyu Airport Line, which continues through the Toei Asakusa Line; depending on the service, change at Aoto or Keisei-Ueno for the short walk to APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae. The journey usually takes 45–60 minutes and costs roughly ¥500–¥1,000. Ask the hotel to store your luggage if the room is not ready, then rest before sightseeing. For a quick Indian breakfast or early meal near the hotel, use Indian restaurants around Ueno; restaurant opening times vary, so check on the morning itself.

Afternoon: Ueno’s Market and Park

Begin gently at Ameya-Yokocho, the lively market street beneath the elevated railway between Ueno and Okachimachi stations. It is good for fruit, snacks, baby supplies and inexpensive souvenirs; most shops become active from about 10:00 AM and begin closing around 7:00–8:00 PM. From there, walk into Ueno Park, where the broad paths are manageable with a stroller and there are benches for feeding or a nap. Allow about an hour rather than trying to add the zoo or museums on this arrival day. From Ueno Station, take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line to Asakusa—get off at Asakusa Station, a roughly 5-minute ride, then walk toward the temple area.

Late Afternoon and Evening: Asakusa

Visit Senso-ji Temple, especially atmospheric later in the day when the main crowds begin to thin. Walk through Nakamise Shopping Street toward the Kaminarimon Gate for traditional sweets, souvenirs and small craft shops; continue along the surrounding Asakusa Street lanes for an easy, unhurried wander. Most Nakamise shops generally close around 6:00 PM, while the temple grounds remain accessible later. With a baby, use the wider side streets if the shopping arcade becomes crowded, and avoid relying on a stroller inside busy shopfronts.

For dinner, choose a family-friendly Asakusa Indian restaurant near Senso-ji, such as Maharaja or another nearby curry restaurant with seating and space for a stroller; expect about ¥1,500–¥3,000 per adult. Return to the hotel from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line to Ueno Station, then walk roughly 10 minutes to the hotel. Keep the evening short—this first day is best treated as an acclimatization day after the flight.

Morning — Tsukiji Outer Market and Namiyoke Inari Shrine

Leave APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae around 7:30 AM. Take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from Ueno Station to Ginza, change to the Hibiya Line, and get off at Tsukiji Station—roughly 25–35 minutes and ¥210–¥250. Walk through Tsukiji Outer Market for about two hours; the liveliest stalls are best before 10:00 AM. With a baby, choose seated spots such as Tsukiji Shouro, Uogashi Kaisen Don, or a tamagoyaki stall rather than trying to eat while walking. The market is generally open from around 8:00 AM, though individual shops vary and many close by early afternoon. After breakfast, take the short walk to Namiyoke Inari Shrine, a peaceful, compact shrine beside the market; allow 20–30 minutes and keep the stroller folded if the approach is crowded.

Late morning and afternoon — Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai and teamLab Planets TOKYO

Return toward Tsukijishijo Station and take the Toei Oedo Line one stop to Kachidoki, or walk back toward Ginza and use the Yurakucho Line from Tsukiji area to Toyosu. At Toyosu Station, transfer to the Yurikamome and get off at Shijo-mae; the full journey takes around 25–30 minutes. Explore Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai for about an hour, browsing food shops and Japanese souvenirs in its Edo-style streetscape. It is a convenient place to pause for a baby-care break and a light lunch, though prices are tourist-area prices. Leave by 1:15 PM and walk to teamLab Planets TOKYO, arriving by 1:30 PM for your booked 2:00 PM entry. The visit takes roughly two hours; expect barefoot, water-based and dark installations, so bring spare clothes and a small towel for the baby. Strollers generally cannot be taken through the artworks, and the floors can be slippery. Check the official access and ticket information.

Evening — Good Cheese Good Pizza and return to Ueno

After teamLab, have an unhurried dinner at Good Cheese Good Pizza in the Toyosu area, either at Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai or nearby LaLaport Toyosu, depending on the day’s opening hours. Allow approximately ¥2,000–¥4,000 per adult; ask for a table with space for the stroller and avoid the busiest dinner period if your baby needs an earlier meal. For the return, take the Yurikamome from Shijo-mae to Toyosu, then the Yurakucho Line toward Ginza and change to the Ginza Line for Ueno—about 35–45 minutes overall. Keep an IC card topped up, and note that the last part of the journey can be busy during the evening commute, so a taxi from Toyosu is the easier option if the baby is tired.

Morning — Meiji Jingu and Harajuku

Leave APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae around 8:00 AM. Take the JR Yamanote Line from Ueno Station to Harajuku Station—about 30 minutes—and use the spacious station elevators where possible for the stroller. Enter Meiji Jingu through the large torii gate and allow about 1½ hours for the peaceful forest walk and shrine grounds. The shrine grounds open from sunrise until sunset and admission is free; the shaded paths are particularly comfortable with a baby, though some surfaces are gravel. Afterward, walk about 8 minutes to Takeshita Street for a relaxed browse of colorful shops and snacks. It becomes crowded from late morning, so keep the stroller compact and consider using a baby carrier for the busiest stretch.

Midday — Omotesando shopping and lunch

From the end of Takeshita Street, walk south toward Omotesando, roughly 10–15 minutes. Stop at Onitsuka Tiger Omotesando, usually open from around 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, for Japanese sneakers and footwear; allow 45 minutes. This area has better pavements and more comfortable cafés than Takeshita Street if the baby needs a break. Continue by Tokyo Metro or taxi toward Shibuya—walking takes around 20 minutes, while a short taxi ride is easier with a stroller—and have lunch at Gyukatsu Motomura Shibuya. Expect approximately ¥2,000–¥3,500 per adult and a possible queue; because the restaurant uses individual hot cooking stones and can be tight inside, ask staff for the most stroller-friendly seating and avoid serving undercooked beef to the baby.

Afternoon and evening — Shibuya Scramble Crossing and birthday preparations

After lunch, walk 5–10 minutes to Shibuya Scramble Crossing and the surrounding Shibuya viewpoints for family photos. The crossing is busiest and most atmospheric from mid-afternoon onward, but the nearby Shibuya Scramble Square observation areas and cafés provide a calmer place for a feeding or nap. In the early evening, collect the pre-ordered birthday cake—confirm the pickup time, name and refrigeration arrangements in advance—and visit Don Quijote Shibuya for candles, a small birthday banner, wipes and other celebration supplies. It is open late, but shopping before dinner is less tiring with the baby. Return to Ueno by the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from Shibuya Station to Ueno-Hirokoji, then walk to the hotel, or take a taxi if everyone is tired. Keep the cake level and chilled on the journey, and ask the hotel to store it overnight for tomorrow’s DisneySea celebration.

Early morning — travel to the park

Leave APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae around 6:00–6:30 AM. Walk to Ueno Station and take the JR Yamanote Line to Tokyo Station, then follow the long, clearly signed underground route to the JR Keiyo Line platforms for Maihama Station. The journey takes roughly 45–60 minutes and costs about ¥410–¥500 with an IC card. At Maihama, either walk to Tokyo DisneySea via the pedestrian route or take the Disney Resort Line one stop to Tokyo DisneySea Station. Check the official Tokyo DisneySea calendar and opening time shortly before the date, as entry times and attractions can change. Bring the baby’s passport or a copy if you want a birthday keepsake, and pick up a complimentary birthday sticker at Guest Relations or a merchandise counter.

Morning and lunch — gentle attractions and Mediterranean Harbor

Once inside, head first to Mediterranean Harbor, where the Venetian-style waterfront makes the best early birthday photographs before the crowds build. Keep the morning relaxed with an age-appropriate attraction such as Venetian Gondolas, DisneySea Transit Steamer Line, or Turtle Talk, checking height and age guidance in the official app. The park rents strollers, but bringing your own familiar stroller is often more comfortable for an 11-month-old; use the baby-care facilities for feeding, changing and quiet breaks. For lunch, remain around Mediterranean Harbor rather than crossing the park—this makes it easier to return to the stroller and avoid unnecessary walking. Reserve restaurants or check mobile-order availability through the Tokyo Disney Resort app, and plan a proper indoor break of at least 60–90 minutes.

Afternoon — character greeting and birthday time

After lunch, use the official app for the day’s available character-greeting or entry options. A gentle character encounter is more suitable than rushing between thrill rides, and the baby may enjoy the music, costumes and colorful surroundings even if they are too young for many attractions. Take a quiet break in the shaded areas around Mediterranean Harbor or in a baby-care center, then enjoy a small birthday treat purchased inside the park. Outside food is generally restricted, so do not bring a full cake unless Disney specifically approves it; ask Guest Relations about permitted celebration options. Remember that a birthday sticker does not guarantee priority access, but Cast Members usually make the occasion feel special.

Evening — harbor show and return to Ueno

Choose the evening harbor show or parade only after checking the day’s schedule in the app, and secure a viewing spot early if the baby is comfortable with crowds and music. Keep ear protection handy, and leave before the final rush if the baby becomes tired—missing the last few minutes is preferable to a difficult exit. Afterward, follow signs back to Maihama Station and take the JR Keiyo or Musashino Line to Tokyo Station, then the JR Yamanote Line to Ueno Station; allow 60–75 minutes, longer with stroller crowds. If you plan to stay for the full show, consider carrying a small snack and water for the train ride, and confirm the last convenient connection before settling into the viewing area.

Morning — Klook pickup and Lake Kawaguchi

Follow your Klook booking exactly for the pickup point—many Tokyo tours leave from Shinjuku, Shibuya, or Tokyo Station rather than directly from Ueno. Arrive 15–20 minutes early, with the baby already fed and changed; highway traffic can make the journey to Kawaguchiko 2–3 hours. Confirm the meeting point, bus number, weather cancellation policy, and whether the tour permits a stroller. A compact stroller is useful on the bus, but bring a baby carrier for the viewpoints.

Late morning is usually spent at Lake Kawaguchi, where you can enjoy the broadest classic views of Mount Fuji if the sky is clear. Keep this relaxed—walk a short section of the lakeside promenade, take family photographs, and use the nearby restrooms and cafés before reboarding. Fuji visibility is never guaranteed, particularly in October, so treat the lake as a scenic outing even if clouds cover the mountain.

Midday — Oishi Park and lunch

Continue to Oishi Park, one of the easiest Fuji-viewing stops with a baby. The landscaped paths are mostly stroller-friendly, and the flower borders, lake, and mountain backdrop make this a good place for birthday-trip family photographs. Allow about an hour, but avoid straying far from the coach meeting point. October can feel cool and windy beside the lake, so pack a light jacket and a blanket for the baby.

For lunch, stop at Hōtō Fudō Kawaguchiko, known for large bowls of hōtō—thick flat noodles in a hearty miso-and-vegetable broth. Budget approximately ¥1,000–¥2,000 per adult. The portions are generous enough to share, and the restaurant is more practical for a family than trying to fit in a rushed café stop. Check your tour’s exact lunch arrangement, since some Klook packages include lunch while others leave you to pay separately.

Afternoon — Arakurayama Sengen Park and Chureito Pagoda

The final major sightseeing stop is Arakurayama Sengen Park in Fujiyoshida, reached by coach or local transfer depending on your Klook itinerary. The famous view of Chureito Pagoda with Mount Fuji requires climbing roughly 400 steps, so use a baby carrier rather than attempting the staircase with a stroller. Take your time, pause in the shaded areas, and allow around 1½ hours including the climb and photographs. If the baby is tired, one adult can remain lower down while the other goes up for the viewpoint.

Evening — Return to Tokyo

Rejoin the Klook coach at the stated meeting time; do not rely on the advertised arrival time, as the return can be delayed by traffic around Shinjuku. Keep dinner simple near the drop-off point—Shinjuku has plenty of family-friendly options and convenience stores for baby supplies—then return to APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae by the JR Yamanote Line from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Station, or take a taxi if everyone is exhausted. Before bed, prepare for tomorrow’s early intercity journey and keep the baby’s carrier, snacks, and warm layers together.

Early morning — Tokyo to Kyoto and Yasaka Shrine

This is an extremely ambitious day after Kawaguchiko, so keep the baby’s needs ahead of the schedule. Follow your reserved transfer from Kawaguchiko Station to Mishima, then take the Tokaido Shinkansen to Kyoto Station. Aim to arrive in Kyoto around late morning; reserve seats in advance and choose the ordinary car rather than the Green Car if you would like easier access to luggage space. At Kyoto Station, use a taxi to Yasaka Shrine—usually 20–30 minutes depending on traffic—rather than adding another train and walk with the stroller. The shrine grounds are free and generally accessible throughout the day; allow about 45 minutes. Ask the taxi to drop you near Gion’s Shijō-dōri side, and use a baby carrier for the next narrow-lane section.

Late morning to afternoon — Hōkan-ji Temple, Yasaka Pagoda, and Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

Walk south through Gion toward Hōkan-ji Temple and the Yasaka Pagoda, a pleasant 10–15-minute stroll, although the approach becomes steep and crowded. The pagoda interior is sometimes closed or subject to restricted entry, so treat the exterior view as the main experience; admission, when available, is modest, and a carrier is much more practical than a stroller. Continue through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, allowing roughly 90 minutes for traditional shops, matcha sweets, ceramics, and photographs. Keep the stroller folded on the busiest stretches, particularly around the steps and narrow corners. For lunch or a sweet break, continue toward Happy Pancake Kyoto; allow approximately ¥1,500–¥2,500 per person and check the day’s queue or reservation system before walking over, as seating and opening times can vary.

Late afternoon — return to Tokyo

After Happy Pancake Kyoto, take a taxi back to Kyoto Station, allowing at least 30–45 minutes for traffic, ticketing, and feeding or changing the baby. Reserve a late-afternoon Tokaido Shinkansen back to Tokyo Station; the ride is about 2 hours 15 minutes. If you still have energy, buy dinner at Kyoto Station before boarding—this is easier than searching for a restaurant after reaching Ueno. From Tokyo Station, continue to Ueno by JR Yamanote Line or take a taxi if the baby is asleep and you have luggage. In practice, this day may finish close to 9:00–10:00 PM, so keep the evening completely free.

Morning — Kappabashi Dougu Street

After arriving back in Tokyo, head first to Kappabashi Dougu Street, the best place for Japanese kitchenware and knives. From Keisei-Ueno Station, it is about a 15–20-minute walk; alternatively, take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from Ueno Station to Tawaramachi Station, then walk approximately 5 minutes. Browse the specialist knife, ceramics and bento shops, but check airline rules before buying blades—ask the shop to package any knife securely for checked baggage. Most stores open around 9:00 or 10:00 AM and close around 5:00 or 6:00 PM, so allow roughly 1½ hours. With a stroller, the pavements are manageable, though some shops are narrow.

Late Morning and Lunch — Nitori Asakusa, Daiso Asakusa ROX and Ueno Indian Brunch

Walk or take a short taxi ride to Nitori Asakusa, near Asakusa ROX, for practical travel items, storage goods and baby supplies; allow about 45 minutes. Continue into Daiso Asakusa ROX, where you can pick up inexpensive souvenirs, snacks, packing materials and last-minute baby essentials. Both shops generally open from around 10:00 AM, but confirm the exact holiday hours before leaving the hotel.

Return to Ueno for a relaxed Indian brunch before collecting your luggage. Convenient options include Andhra Kitchen near Okachimachi, known for South Indian dishes and biryani, or Nataraj Ueno, which offers vegetarian Indian meals. Budget approximately ¥1,000–¥2,000 per adult. These restaurants can be busy at lunchtime, so a slightly early meal is easier with a baby and luggage.

Afternoon — Checkout and Narita Airport

Return to APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae, collect your stored luggage and complete checkout. Aim to leave the hotel by about 2:00 PM, or earlier if your airline requires additional check-in time. Walk directly to Keisei-Ueno Station and take the reserved Keisei Skyliner to Narita Airport—the ride takes around 40–45 minutes and costs approximately ¥2,580. Reserve seats if possible, keep the stroller folded on the platform or train as required, and allow extra time for elevators and finding your terminal. At the airport, complete check-in, return any tax-free purchase paperwork if needed, and reach the gate at least 60–90 minutes before your 6:00 PM departure.