Family-Friendly 14-Day Japan Itinerary: Osaka, Kyoto & Tokyo with Baby-Friendly Activities and Chicken Dining

Day 1: Arrival & Relax

Osaka, Japan on May 29, 2025

6:00pm

Arrival at Kansai Airport

Land at Kansai International Airport from Dubai. Proceed through immigration and collect luggage.
JPY0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Travel to Hearton Hotel Kita Umeda

Take the JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service train to Osaka Station (approx 50 minutes). From Osaka Station, it is a 5-minute walk to Hearton Hotel Kita Umeda.
JPY1070 per person, 1h15m

8:30pm

Dinner at Torikizoku Umeda

Enjoy grilled chicken skewers and other chicken dishes in a family-friendly yakitori chain open till 11:30pm, located near the hotel.
JPY2000 approx, 1h0m
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Day 2: Universal Studios Day

Osaka, Japan on May 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Komeda's Coffee

Start the day with fluffy pancakes and coffee at this cozy cafe open from 7am near Umeda Station. They offer kid-friendly options as well.
JPY1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel to Universal Studios Japan

Take the JR Yumesaki Line from Osaka Station to Universal City Station—20 minutes train ride.
JPY180, 30m

10:00am

Universal Studios Japan

Spend the day exploring theme park attractions that are baby-friendly including shows and gentle rides. Open 8:30am to 8:00pm.
JPY8400 adult, JPY5700 child (4+), free under 4, 8h0m

6:30pm

Return to hotel

Take train back to Umeda area for evening rest.
JPY180, 30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Toriya Kinjiro

Savor authentic chicken dishes including yakitori and soup near the hotel, open till 10pm.
JPY3000, 1h0m
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Day 3: Osaka Highlights

Osaka, Japan on May 31, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hotel buffet with various options including chicken-based dishes suitable for the baby and family.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Umeda Sky Building

Walk 20 minutes or take the subway from Umeda Station to Umeda Sky Building for panoramic views. Open 9:30am till 10pm.
JPY1500 adult, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Tori Shin

Chicken-focused menu with grilled chicken and rice dishes located a short walk from Umeda Sky Building.
JPY2000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Dotonbori Stroll

Take the Midosuji subway line from Umeda Station to Namba Station (10 minutes), walk along the lively Dotonbori canal to enjoy shopping and vibrant atmosphere.
JPY240 subway, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Yakitori Daikichi Dotonbori

Famous yakitori spot specializing in chicken skewers, open till 11pm along Dotonbori area.
JPY2500, 1h0m

7:30pm

Return to hotel

Subway back from Namba to Umeda station, then walk to hotel.
JPY240, 30m
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Day 4: Leisure & Shopping

Osaka, Japan on June 1, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Eggs’n Things Umeda

Try egg-based dishes and pancakes with chicken sausage, family friendly and open from 8am.
JPY1800, 1h0m

10:30am

Kids-friendly Shopping at HEP Five

Walk 10 minutes to HEP Five mall with kid shops and family areas, open 11am till 9pm.
Free, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Cafe de Crié (Chicken-based menus)

Located inside HEP Five, they offer safe options like chicken sandwiches and salads.
JPY1300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Relax at hotel

Return and rest at Hearton Hotel to accommodate baby’s needs and some nap time.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Miyako Chicken

Specialized chicken restaurant near hotel, offering tasty grilled chicken and hearty soups. Open till 10pm.
JPY2800, 1h0m
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Day 5: Travel & Kyoto Start

Kyoto, Japan on June 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy last breakfast at Hearton Hotel with chicken options.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel to Kyoto - Hotel Elcient Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Take JR Special Rapid Service from Osaka Station to Kyoto Station (approx 30 min), then walk 7 minutes to hotel.
JPY560, 1h0m

11:00am

Visit Kyoto Imperial Palace

Walk or take local bus from hotel to Kyoto Imperial Palace Park. Open 9am to 5pm; no entry fee but preregistration recommended.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Yakiniku Chicken Ganko

Chicken yakiniku restaurant near the palace offering grilled chicken dishes free of pork or sushi.
JPY2500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Philosopher's Path Walk

Take bus 100 or 101 from Kyoto Station to Ginkakuji area (approx 40 min), then stroll the scenic Philosopher’s Path cherry blossom trail, peaceful for family with baby stroller.
JPY230 bus fare, 2h0m

6:30pm

Return and Dinner near hotel

Enjoy dinner at Torimaru, specializing in traditional chicken dishes located within walking distance, open until 9pm.
JPY3000, 1h0m
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Day 6: Fushimi Inari & Nintendo Museum

Kyoto, Japan on June 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy hotel breakfast with focus on chicken and baby-friendly options.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine

Take JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Inari Station (5 min), the shrine is right outside the station. Early visit beat crowds. Open 24/7, no entry fee.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Chicken Tatsuta near shrine

Casual eatery specializing in chicken karaage and rice bowls, kid-friendly.
JPY1200, 1h0m

1:00pm

Nintendo Museum

Travel back to Kyoto Station and then take subway Karasuma Line to Gojo Station followed by 10 min walk. Explore games history, interactive exhibits great for family. Open 10am to 6pm.
JPY1200 adult, 2h0m

4:00pm

Return to hotel and relax

Return by subway then walk to hotel for rest.
JPY280, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Torisho En, Japanese grilled chicken

This restaurant near hotel serves various chicken dishes and soups, open till 9pm.
JPY2800, 1h0m
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Day 7: Tea & Cherry Blossoms

Kyoto, Japan on June 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy hearty breakfast with chicken options.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Cherry Blossom Viewing & Tea Ceremony

Visit Maruyama Park by bus 100 from Kyoto Station to Gion (40 min), enjoy early summer greenery and attend a family-friendly tea ceremony nearby (advance bookings needed).
JPY1500 for tea ceremony, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Torimaru Sushi (Chicken Bento)

Nearby restaurant with chicken bento options and other cooked meals catering to family dietary needs.
JPY1800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relax at hotel or visit Nishiki Market

Visit Nishiki Market by bus or taxi for light shopping, try chicken skewers sold by vendors. Market open till 6pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner near hotel

Eat at a nearby Izakaya specializing in grilled chicken dishes, family friendly and open till 10pm.
JPY2500, 1h0m
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Day 8: Travel to Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on June 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before travel with chicken options.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Shinkansen from Kyoto to Tokyo

Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Kyoto Station to Tokyo Station (~2h15m).
JPY14100 per adult, free for baby, 2h15m

11:00am

Travel to Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku

Take JR Yamanote Line from Tokyo Station to Shinjuku Station (14 min), hotel is 5 minutes walk from station.
JPY200, 30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Torihei Shinjuku

Restaurant specializing in grilled chicken dishes near hotel, open until late evening.
JPY2500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Shibuya Crossing & Shibuya Sky

Take JR Yamanote Line 2 stops to Shibuya; walk to famous Shibuya Crossing and visit Shibuya Sky observation deck (open till 9pm), great for family photos.
JPY2000 adults, free for baby, 2h0m

5:00pm

Shopping at ABC Mart & Zoff Shibuya

Visit popular shoe store ABC Mart and eyewear store Zoff within Shibuya area, open till 9pm.
Free to browse, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Yakitori Totto

Enjoy cooked chicken skewers and sides; vegetarian and baby-friendly dishes available.
JPY3000, 1h30m

9:00pm

Return to hotel

Walk back or take short subway ride to hotel for rest.
JPY170, 20m
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Day 9: Tokyo Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on June 6, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Simple breakfast to prepare for a shopping day.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Shopping: Uniqlo & GU Shinjuku

Walk to nearby stores Uniqlo and GU in Shinjuku for fashion essentials, both stores open 11am - 9pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Toriki Chicken Shinjuku

Specialized chicken restaurant offering grilled and fried chicken dishes, family friendly.
JPY2500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Bic Camera & Kitamura Camera

Shop electronics and cameras, located close by in Shinjuku area, open till 9pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

4:30pm

Relax at Shinjuku Gyoen Park

Walk 15 min to Shinjuku Gyoen for a peaceful stroll and baby-friendly environment. Park closes at 4:30pm, plan for early visit or short relaxation nearby.
JPY500 adult, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Toriyoshi Shinjuku

Popular chicken yakitori restaurant with baby-friendly seating and menus.
JPY3000, 1h30m
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Day 10: TeamLab & Ikebukuro

Tokyo, Japan on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Prepare for a day of artistic experience.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

TeamLab Borderless Mori Building Digital Art Museum

Take JR Yamanote Line to Odaiba-Kaihinkoen, then walk to museum. Spend the morning exploring interactive, immersive digital art perfect for all ages. Check tickets in advance. Open 10am to 7pm.
JPY3200 adult, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at nearby chicken café

Cafe serving chicken salads and sandwiches, baby friendly.
JPY2000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Don Quijote Odaiba

Shopping at large discount store with many family-friendly amenities, open till late.
Free entry, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to hotel

JR Yamanote Line back to Shinjuku.
JPY500, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Sumibiyaki Torimasa

Dinner specializing in charcoal-grilled chicken, popular family-friendly restaurant nearby hotel.
JPY3200, 1h30m
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Day 11: Tokyo Tower & Ikebukuro

Tokyo, Japan on June 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Energy-packed breakfast to start the day.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Tokyo Tower

Take JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho Station, 10-minute walk to Tokyo Tower for panoramic city views. Open 9am to 11pm.
JPY1200 adult, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Chicken Kitchen

Nearby restaurant specializing in free-range grilled chicken dishes with baby-friendly seating.
JPY2200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Shopping at Ikebukuro Sunshine City

Take train from Hamamatsucho to Ikebukuro via Yamanote Line. Explore stores including ABC Mart and family-friendly shops open till 9pm.
Free entry, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Toritama

Enjoy yakitori and grilled chicken specialties in Ikebukuro with a welcoming environment for children.
JPY2700, 1h30m

8:00pm

Return to hotel

Yamanote Line back to Shinjuku.
JPY310, 30m
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Day 12: Harajuku & Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on June 9, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Standard breakfast to prepare for a travel day.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Harajuku for GU & Uniqlo

Take JR Yamanote Line from Shinjuku to Harajuku station. Visit Uniqlo and GU flagship stores. Walkable between stores open 11am-9pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Kiji Okonomiyaki (Chicken okonomiyaki)

Famous for savory pancakes using chicken instead of pork, located near Harajuku area.
JPY1800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Itoya Stationery & Matsumoto Kiyoshi

Walk to Ginza area by train. Itoya is a famous stationery store great for souvenirs; Matsumoto Kiyoshi for cosmetics, both open till 8pm.
JPY300, 2h0m

5:00pm

Cafe stop at Harry Potter Café Shinjuku

Return by train to Shinjuku for magical themed cafe visit, open till 10pm.
JPY1500, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Pokéchiken Café

Family-friendly themed café specializing in chicken dishes located close to hotel.
JPY2700, 1h30m
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Day 13: SkyTree & Final Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up for final day activities.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Tokyo SkyTree

Take Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa Station (reachable by subway from Shinjuku) to Tokyo Skytree Station. Enjoy observation decks open 8am to 10pm.
JPY2100 adult, 2h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Benizuru Homemade Pancake & Chicken

Treat the family to pancakes and chicken dishes right near Tokyo Skytree; great for a relaxed meal.
JPY2000, 1h0m

1:00pm

Final shopping spree at Don Quijote Shinjuku

Return to Shinjuku area to shop for last minute gifts and essentials at Don Quijote, open till midnight.
Free entry, 3h0m

5:00pm

Rest at hotel

Relax before final dinner, baby-friendly environment.
Free, 2h0m

7:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Tori Tama Shinjuku

Enjoy a last delicious chicken feast near hotel to conclude the trip, open until 11pm.
JPY3200, 1h30m
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Day 14: Departure

Tokyo, Japan on June 11, 2025

4:00am

Check-out and travel to Haneda Airport

Take hotel shuttle or taxi to Shinjuku Station, then Keikyu Line direct to Haneda Terminal (approximately 1h), to catch early flight back to Dubai.
JPY1500 approx, 1h30m

6:00am

Flight Departure

Board flight from Haneda Airport to Dubai.
Included, N/A
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