Family-Friendly Day in Tokyo: Exploring Culture and Fun

Day 1: Cultural Expedition

Tokyo, Japan

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hoshino Coffee

Start your day off with a delicious fluffy pancakes breakfast at Hoshino Coffee, a family favourite known for its cosy atmosphere and fantastic Japanese-style soufflé pancakes.
Walk to Shibuya Station and take the Tokyo Metro to Asakusa Station.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Senso-ji Temple

Explore the iconic Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple, while the kids marvel at the beautiful architecture and the bustling Nakamise Street filled with traditional snacks and souvenirs.
Walking distance from Asakusa Station.
Free, 2 hours

11:30 AM

Tokyo Skytree Visit

Head to the Tokyo Skytree, where you can take the elevator up for breathtaking views of the city from its observation decks; it's a great opportunity for family photos.
Take the Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa to Tokyo Skytree Station.
JPY 2,100, 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Katsukura

Enjoy a delightful lunch at Katsukura, famous for its Tonkatsu, where you can savour crispy fried pork cutlets with a side of shredded cabbage and rice, perfect for refuelling.
Walk from the Tokyo Skytree to Katsukura, which is located nearby.
JPY 2,500, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Odaiba Exploration

Travel to Odaiba, a futuristic man-made island where your family can visit the teamLab Borderless digital art museum for an immersive experience filled with dazzling lights and sounds.
Take the Yurikamome Line from Shimbashi Station to Odaiba.
JPY 3,200, 2.5 hours

5:00 PM

Palette Town and Giant Ferris Wheel

After enjoying the art at teamLab, stroll around Palette Town and ride the giant Ferris wheel for stunning views of Tokyo Bay.
Walking distance within Odaiba.
JPY 1,000, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Dinner at Gonpachi

Finish your day with dinner at Gonpachi, famously known as the inspiration for the fight scene in Kill Bill, offering a variety of delicious izakaya-style dishes that the whole family will enjoy.
Take the Yurikamome Line back to Shimbashi and then the Tokyo Metro to Nishi-Azabu.
JPY 4,000, 1.5 hours

8:00 PM

Return to Hotel

End your exciting day in Tokyo by heading back to your hotel, cherishing all the wonderful memories created today.
Take the Tokyo Metro back to your hotel.
Cost covered by transportation pass, Varies
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