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National Museum of Nature and Science
Science台東区・上野公園・Ueno・Indoor
A major Ueno museum of dinosaurs, nature, Earth and Japanese science.
Hours:9:00–17:00 (Closed Mon)
Admission:Adults ¥630 / High school & under Free
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Family days out around Tokyo
Family destinations within a day trip or one-night journey from Tokyo, from parks and museums to aquariums, theme parks, campsites and family stays. Compare train, Shinkansen or driving access, weather, cost and best ages.
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Tokyo Toy Museum
Museums四谷・Yotsuya-sanchome・Indoor
A hands-on toy museum in a former school building. Check tickets and closure days before travelling.
Hours:10:00–16:00 (Closed Thu)
Admission:Adults ¥1,100 / Children ¥800
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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Animals & Aquariums品川・Shinagawa・Indoor
An all-weather aquarium near Shinagawa Station. Fees and daily programmes change, so confirm the official listing.
Hours:10:00–20:00 (Open daily)
Admission:Adults ¥2,500 / Child ¥1,300 / Preschool ¥800
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KidZania Tokyo
Indoor Play江東区・豊洲・Toyosu・Indoor
An indoor role-play city at LaLaport Toyosu where children experience real-world jobs and services. Advance web booking is recommended.
Hours:1st Part 9:00–15:00 / 2nd Part 16:00–21:00
Admission:Children from ¥3,500 / Adults from ¥2,400
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Sunshine Aquarium
Animals & Aquariums豊島区・池袋・Higashi-Ikebukuro / Ikebukuro・Indoor
A rooftop urban aquarium at Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, with a sheltered route from Higashi-Ikebukuro Station for an all-weather family day.
Hours:9:30–21:00 (Varies by season)
Admission:Adults from ¥2,600 / Child ¥1,300 / Preschool ¥800
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ASOBono! Indoor Kids' Playground
Indoor Play文京区・後楽・Korakuen / Suidobashi / Kasuga・Indoor
A large Tokyo Dome City indoor playground with toddler areas and active-play zones, useful for hot or rainy days.
Hours:Weekdays 10:00–18:00 / Weekends 9:30–19:00
Admission:Child (60m) from ¥950 / Adult ¥950
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Sanrio Puroland
Indoor Play多摩市・落合・Keio-Tama-Center / Odakyu-Tama-Center・Indoor
An all-weather indoor character park with shows, rides, greetings and themed food. Confirm the visit reservation and passport.
Hours:8:30–17:00 (Irregular closures)
Admission:Adult Passport from ¥3,900 / Child from ¥2,800
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Tokyo Sea Life Park
Animals & Aquariums江戸川区・葛西臨海公園・Kasai-Rinkai-Koen・Indoor
A metropolitan aquarium known for its tuna tank, global seas and large penguin habitat, easy to pair with Kasai Rinkai Park.
Hours:9:30–17:00 (Closed Wed)
Admission:Adults ¥700 / Jr High ¥250 / Elementary & under Free
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Ueno Zoo
Animals & Aquariums台東区・上野公園・Ueno・Outdoor
Japan's oldest zoo in Ueno Park, best planned as a half-day or longer visit.
Hours:9:30–17:00 (Closed Mon)
Admission:Adults ¥600 / Jr High ¥200 / Elementary & under Free
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Tokyo Fire Museum
Museums新宿区・四谷・Yotsuya-sanchome・Indoor
A free museum where fire engines, a helicopter and disaster-prevention exhibits introduce Tokyo firefighting.
Hours:9:30–17:00 (Closed Mon)
Admission:Free Admission
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Miraikan — National Museum of Emerging Science
Science江東区・青海・Tokyo International Cruise Terminal / Telecom Center・Indoor
A national science museum in Aomi exploring space, robotics, the planet and future society, with a dome theatre.
Hours:10:00–17:00 (Closed Tue)
Admission:Adults ¥630 / Under 18 ¥210
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Galaxycity
Indoor Play足立区・栗原・Nishiarai・Indoor
A major Adachi children's centre with net play, climbing, a planetarium and making.
Hours:9:00–21:30 (Closed 2nd Mon)
Admission:Free Admission (Planetarium extra)
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Yomiuriland
Indoor Play稲城市・矢野口・Keio-Yomiuriland・Outdoor
An amusement park with rides from preschool-friendly to thrilling, a making zone, seasonal pools and illuminations.
Hours:10:00–20:30 (Varies by season)
Admission:One-Day Pass Adult ¥5,800 / Child ¥4,000
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Ghibli Museum, Mitaka
Museums三鷹市・下連雀・Mitaka / Kichijoji・Indoor
A museum of animation, exhibitions, short films and playful architecture. All admission requires advance timed reservations.
Hours:10:00–18:00 (Closed Tue, Timed Entry)
Admission:Adults ¥1,000 / Child ¥400 / Toddler ¥100
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Arakawa Amusement Park
Indoor Play荒川区・西尾久・Arakawa-yuenchimae・Outdoor
A city-run family amusement park with a Ferris wheel, mini train, animals, water and indoor play.
Hours:9:00–17:00 (Closed Tue)
Admission:Adults ¥800 / Child ¥200 / Preschool Free
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Tokyo Water Science Museum
Science江東区・有明・Tokyo Big Sight / Kokusai-tenjijo・Indoor
A free interactive museum in Ariake exploring the water cycle, purification and everyday water use.
Hours:9:30–17:00 (Closed Mon)
Admission:Free Admission
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Science Museum
Science千代田区・北の丸公園・Takebashi / Kudanshita・Indoor
A hands-on museum in Kitanomaru Park where families explore everyday science and technology through interactive exhibits.
Hours:9:30–16:50 (Select closures)
Admission:Adults ¥950 / Teen ¥600 / Child (4+) ¥500
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Shinagawa Aquarium
Animals & Aquariums品川区・勝島・Omori-kaigan・Indoor
An aquarium in Shinagawa Kumin Park featuring dolphins, seals and Tokyo Bay life.
Hours:10:00–17:00 (Closed Tue)
Admission:Adults ¥1,350 / Child ¥600 / Toddler ¥300
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Tokyo Skytree Town & Solamachi
Indoor Play墨田区・押上・Tokyo Skytree / Oshiage・Indoor
A major all-weather destination combining observation decks, shops, an aquarium and planetarium in one complex.
Hours:Skytree 10:00–21:00 / Aquarium 10:00–20:00
Admission:Aquarium Adult ¥2,500 / High School ¥1,800 / Child ¥1,200
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Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
Museums小金井市・小金井公園・Bus from Musashi-Koganei / Hana-Koganei・Outdoor
An open-air museum in Koganei Park preserving buildings from Edo through Showa, explored like a walk through historic streets.
Hours:Check the official site for current hours
Admission:Paid
Information checked in September 2026. Please confirm current hours, closures, admission and stay conditions on the official site before visiting.