Exciting 3-Day Tokyo Itinerary for Families with Teenage Boys

Day 1: Tech & Culture

Tokyo, Japan on June 4, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day with fresh sushi or traditional Japanese breakfast dishes at Tsukiji Outer Market, which opens early and offers a lively atmosphere perfect for teenagers to explore.
JPY2000, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Akihabara Electric Town

Explore Akihabara, Tokyo’s famous district for electronics, anime, manga shops, and video game stores. It's a teenage boy’s paradise with countless shops and themed cafes.
Free, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Maidreamin Maid Café

Experience one of Akihabara’s famous maid cafés where waitresses dress in maid costumes and entertain guests, offering a quirky and unique dining experience.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit teamLab Planets TOKYO

Experience immersive digital art exhibitions with interactive light displays and water features that appeal to all ages, inspiring creativity and wonder.
JPY3200, 2h0m

5:00pm

Explore Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue

Witness the world-famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing and visit the nearby Hachiko Statue, a popular meeting spot with an interesting backstory.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ichiran Ramen

Enjoy a delicious bowl of customizable tonkotsu ramen at Ichiran, famous for its solo dining booths and rich flavors, a hit with teenagers.
JPY1200, 1h0m

Day 2: Futuristic Fun

Tokyo, Japan on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at a local café near hotel

Grab some quick pastries and coffee to fuel up for a busy day ahead.
JPY1000, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Odaiba

Explore the futuristic man-made island of Odaiba with attractions such as the teamLab Borderless digital art museum (note: check if reopened by 2025), shopping malls, and the giant Gundam statue.
JPY3000 approx for museums, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza Food Court

Choose from a variety of Japanese and international cuisines in this large food court within the shopping complex.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:30pm

TeamLab Planets or Joypolis Amusement Park

If teamLab Borderless is unavailable, enjoy Sega Joypolis, an indoor amusement park featuring arcade games and virtual reality experiences, perfect for teens.
JPY2000 entry + game costs, 2h30m

5:30pm

Explore Palette Town and ride the Giant Ferris Wheel

Enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo Bay from the 115-meter high Ferris wheel, a relaxing and scenic activity as dusk falls.
JPY1000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Aqua City Odaiba

Eat at one of the many restaurants offering fresh seafood and Japanese favorites with views of the Rainbow Bridge.
JPY2000, 1h0m

Day 3: Shopping & Culture

Tokyo, Japan on June 6, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Flipper’s Pancakes in Shinjuku

Enjoy fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes, a trendy and delicious way to start the day in Shinjuku.
JPY1200, 1h0m

10:00am

Explore Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Stroll through the beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen, one of Tokyo’s largest and most beautiful parks blending traditional Japanese and Western garden styles.
JPY500, 1h30m

11:45am

Visit Samurai Museum

Immerse in Japan’s samurai history and see authentic armor and weapons that will fascinate teenage boys interested in history and culture.
JPY1900, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Omoide Yokocho

Enjoy yakitori skewers and other Japanese street foods in this small alleyway filled with traditional eateries in bustling Shinjuku.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Shopping and exploring Nakano Broadway

Perfect for anime, manga, and toy collectors; Nakano Broadway offers a maze of shops filled with pop culture treasures and unique souvenirs.
Free entry, shopping costs vary, 2h0m

5:00pm

Early dinner at Tonkatsu Maisen Aoyama Honten

Treat yourselves to some of Tokyo's best tonkatsu, crispy breaded pork cutlets, in a comfortable setting near your next stop.
JPY2500, 1h0m