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We are developing a travel business centered on travel to Japan (INBOUND).

We handle travel to Japan (INBOUND) mainly for customers from Asia, such as India, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and the United States.

Our experienced staff who are well versed in the travel industry act as land operators to secure transportation (railroads, bullet trains, airlines), hotels, buses, meals, sightseeing, and guides. The main business of Inbound Travel (INBOUND) is to propose various attractive tours through

Currently, we accept many customers from Asian countries, and our experienced staff who are familiar with the travel industry pays close attention to the lifestyles, dietary habits, religions, preferences, languages, etc. We will make arrangements so that you can enjoy your trip to Japan by making the most of your experience.

We will continue to devote ourselves to providing the best service so that customers all over the world can recognize that travel to Japan (INBOUND) = KIC (KIC Travel).

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PACKAGE TOUR

In order for our customers from overseas to have a deeper understanding of Japan, in addition to the standard "Golden Route", we carefully select the recommended seasons, times, and recommended places throughout the four seasons of Japan, and arrange tours throughout the country.

incentive travel

INCENTIVE TOUR

We arrange trips for overseas companies, governments and local governments. Incentive tours, which are intended to motivate employees and promote goal achievement, are attracting attention in many countries as an effective means of increasing corporate sales performance. Basically, it is for employees, but sometimes family members are invited as well. We mainly plan unique tours that combine courtesy calls to companies, award ceremonies, events, factory tours of affiliated companies, team building, meetings, recreation, free time tours, etc. Incentive travel deepens understanding of companies through travel, and leads to increased employee motivation.

personal travel

Most of them are individual travel arrangements through overseas travel agencies. We arrange small group and family trips, and more and more.

Bespoke trip

CUSTOM-MADE TOURS

We plan and arrange tailor-made trips that meet the needs of overseas customers. We will assist you in arranging tours that meet your needs, including stays at the finest hotels, charter cruises, private helicopter cruises, and experiences of traditional Japanese culture.

Mission : To be the Most preferred DMC for Destination Japan.

Vision : To Increase our reach to every part in India and other country’s to get the right partner for Destination Japan. KIC Travel must be the favorite Travel Partner to work with when it comes to Japan as destination.

Value : Prompt & Timely Response, Integrity towards Partners & Excellent Service Delivery.

Our Specialties for Japan

●Customized Holidays ●Leisure Groups ●MICE ●Study & cultural Tours ●Arrangements of Industry & school/University visit

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Tokyo: Getting there and around

How to get to tokyo.

By air - Tokyo has two airports: Narita Airport handles the majority of international flights and only a small number of domestic flights. It is located 60 kilometers outside of central Tokyo. The more centrally located Haneda Airport handles a smaller number of international flights and the majority of domestic flights.

By shinkansen - Most shinkansen lines lead to Tokyo. The trip from Osaka / Kyoto takes about three hours. There are also direct trains to/from Kyushu , Kanazawa , Niigata and various destinations in the Tohoku Region and Hokkaido .

Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates .

Getting around

Tokyo is covered by a dense network of train , subway and bus lines, which are operated by about a dozen different companies. The train lines operated by JR East and the subway lines are most convenient for moving around central Tokyo.

Tokyo's most prominent train line is the JR Yamanote Line , a loop line which connects Tokyo's multiple city centers. The city's 13 subway lines are operated by two companies and run largely inside the Yamanote circle and the areas around Ginza and the area east of the loop line. Most of the many suburban train lines commence at one of the six major stations of the Yamanote Line (Tokyo, Ueno, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, Shibuya and Shinagawa).

Major JR train lines in central Tokyo

The map shows Tokyo's major railway stations and the five JR lines that are most relevant to people who travel within central Tokyo.

• Yamanote Line Circle line that connects all major city centers.
• Keihin-Tohoku Line Runs parallel to the Yamanote Line on the eastern half of the circle.
• Chuo/Sobu Line (Local) Runs across the Yamanote circle (local slow service).
• Chuo Line (Rapid) Runs across the Yamanote circle (rapid service). Connects Tokyo Station with Shinjuku Station .
• Saikyo Line Runs parallel to the Yamanote Line on the western half of the circle. From Osaki Station, some trains continue running along the Rinkai Line in direction of Odaiba .
• Shinkansen Tokaido Shinkansen trains stop at Tokyo and Shinagawa , while bullet trains to the north stop at Tokyo and Ueno.

Tokyo's subway network is operated by two entities: Toei with four lines, and Tokyo Metro with nine lines. Together, they densely cover central Tokyo, especially the area inside the Yamanote circle and the areas around Ginza and the area east of the loop line.

Note, that at their terminal stations, the trains of some subway lines continue to operate on the tracks of different companies on suburban train lines. For example, the Chiyoda Subway Line is directly connected with the suburban Odakyu Line at Yoyogi-Uehara, and trains on the Fukutoshin Subway Line continue to run on the tracks of the Tokyu Toyoko Line at Shibuya.

Other railway companies

Besides JR East and the two subway companies, most other railway companies connect Tokyo with the metropolis' outer regions and surrounding prefectures . Their lines typically start at one of the stations of the JR Yamanote Line . Many of the private railway companies also operate department stores usually at their train lines' major stations.

• Tokyu Railway Serving southwestern Tokyo and Kanagawa .
• Tobu Railway Serving Saitama and Tochigi , including Nikko .
• Seibu Railway Serving the Tokyo Tama Region and Saitama .
• Keio Railway Serving the Tokyo Tama Region.
• Odakyu Railway Serving Kanagawa , including Hakone .
• Keisei Railway Serving Chiba , including Narita Airport .
• Keikyu Railway Serving Kanagawa , including Haneda Airport .
• Tsukuba Express Connecting Akihabara with Tsukuba City, Ibaraki .

Passes and Tickets

A whole variety of day passes is available for the Tokyo area, however, most of them are overpriced and/or not very practical because they do not cover all of Tokyo's train and subway lines. Consequently, single tickets or prepaid cards usually come cheaper, especially if you plan your city sightseeing in a geographically wise way.

Prepaid IC cards are generally the recommended way to get around Tokyo. Prepaid cards don't give you any discounts over single tickets, but they provide convenience as you can ride virtually any train or bus in Greater Tokyo (and most other major cities in Japan) with just a simple swipe over a card reader. They can also be used to make quick purchases at a large number of shops, restaurants and tourist spots across Japan.

Two types of IC cards are available for purchase in Tokyo: Suica cards at JR stations and Pasmo cards at non-JR stations. Furthermore, eight IC cards from other major cities of Japan can also be used on the trains and buses of Tokyo, including Icoca, Kitaca, Toica, Manaca, Pitapa, Sugoca, Nimoca and Hayakaken.

Only on days when you use trains or subways a lot, can it make sense to consider one of Tokyo's day passes:

• Tokyo Free Kippu (aka Tokyo Tour Ticket) (1600 yen) Unlimited use of all subway lines (Toei and Tokyo Metro ) and JR trains in the central Tokyo area on one calendar day (i.e. from the first to the last train of the day). It is also valid on buses and streetcars operated by Toei. The pass is overpriced and will unlikely provide any savings over regular tickets or prepaid cards.
• Tokyo Subway Ticket (24 hours: 800 yen, 48 hours: 1200 yen, 72 hours: 1500 yen) Unlimited use of all subway lines (Toei and Tokyo Metro ). Not valid on JR trains. The pass is sold at Narita Airport , Haneda Airport , ticket offices at some major subway stations, and selected Bic Camera and Yamada Denki electronic stores in central Tokyo to foreign tourists only (passport required). Furthermore, it is sold to both foreign tourists and residents of Japan through selected travel agencies and convenience stores outside of the Kanto Region . It can also be purchased online through Klook .
• Toei and Tokyo Metro One-Day Economy Pass (900 yen) Unlimited use of all subway lines (Toei and Tokyo Metro ) on one calendar day. The pass pays off only if you use the subways a lot. The pass is not valid on JR trains. Unlike the lower priced Tokyo Subway Ticket (see above), this pass can be purchased at the subway stations in central Tokyo.
• Tokyo Metro 24-Hour Ticket (600 yen) Unlimited use of the nine Tokyo Metro subway lines, but not the four Toei subway lines and JR trains. The ticket is available through ticket machines at Tokyo Metro stations.
• Toei One-Day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu) (700 yen) Unlimited use of the four Toei subway lines, buses and streetcars on one calendar day. It is not valid on the nine Tokyo Metro subway lines and JR trains. The pass is available at ticket machines and ticket counters at Toei stations.
• Tokunai Pass (760 yen) Unlimited use of JR trains in the central Tokyo area on one calendar day. The pass is available at the purple vending machines and ticket counters at JR stations.

The Japan Rail Pass and JR Tokyo Wide Pass are valid only on JR trains and the Tokyo Monorail. They cannot be used on subways or any other non-JR trains.

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All house call services are for foreigners visiting Japan and are provided at the patient’s own expense.

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Our clinic provides house call services at lodging facilities for foreign patients who have become ill while staying in Japan. It can be a great strain to find and go to a medical institution in an unfamiliar place. It can also be difficult to spare the time when you have a busy itinerary. In that case, make use of our house call service to receive medical care at your place of lodging.

Every day 8:00 – 24:00

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Dispatch time is variable depending on staff availability. Please feel free to inquire.

Dedicated phone number for house call service appointments: 03-6311-5853 (24 hours/day, 365 days/year) Dedicated email address for house call service appointments: [email protected] Please provide us with information below by phone or email.

(Please title “House Call Request” when you email us.)

• Patient information (name, age, sex)
• Telephone number
• Lodging facility and room number
• Condition (state of health) and requests
• Preferred time for visit

If you don’t receive reply from us, please call 03-6311-5853.

The doctor or nurse provide service directly in English. We can also provide medical care via three-person interpretation using a tablet in Chinese, Korean, Russian, Thai, Hindi and Japanese sign language.

Tokyo’s 23 wards and suburbs (Visiting location is basically within Tokyo and vicinity, but we may take a trip to Narita or Yokohama area depending on staff availability.)

Starting at 132,000 yen (tax included) Please ask a staff member for details when making an appointment.

Our clinic accepts overseas travel insurance. However, please note that cashless payment might not be possible due to differences in insurance products and accessory services. Please ask a staff member for details.

Procedure of House Call Service

1. confirm with the lodging facility that it is okay to receive a doctor’s visit.

Please confirm with the facility in which you are staying that there is no problem with requesting a doctor’s visit. If you cannot communicate in Japanese, call us at 03-6311-5853. A member of our staff will check with your lodging facility.

2. Call or email us

Once you confirmed with your lodging facility, please call 03-6311-5853 (dedicated phone number for house call) or email us on [email protected] (dedicated email address for house call). Please provide us with information below.

3. Doctor’s visit

The doctor and/or nurse will visit you at your place of lodging at the appointed time. Referral to a different medical institution is made if necessary.

For a guest who has fallen ill, going to an unfamiliar medical institution in an unfamiliar place is in a great strain. A house call service can minimize strain on the patient by allowing him or her to see a doctor while a travelling companion, if present, can stay at his or her side in the comfort of the lodging facility.

Our clinic provides multilingual house call services performed by an experienced doctor and/or nurses. We would appreciate it if you would inform guests of this as a new service offered by your establishment. With respect to diseases for which there is a risk of infecting other guests, such as covid-19, influenza or norovirus, we give consideration to your facility’s risk management by using test kits to provide the results on the spot. Referral to a different medical institution is made if necessary.

If you would like to arrange this service, please call 03-6311-5853 or email to [email protected]. At that time, please provide the guest’s condition (state of health) in as much detail as possible. There is no charge to call.

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As an inbound travel management expert, JET (Japan e-Tours Co., Ltd.), Inbound Dep., analyzes, designs, and support Japan travel for your important clients. JET has been molded by experience in organizing quality arrangement, both specializing in group and free individual travelling worldwide. JET strives to make it possible for each and every individual to travel comfortably with peace of mind, while getting close to the beautiful Japan. With our well-trained and dynamic staff, we make you and your guests get a deeper understanding of the cultural and social distinctions of the overseas market, as well as how to make both demands and expectations equate to satisfaction.

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Using a pre-paid IC card

An IC card will become your most treasured possession during your stay in Japan. Use it to transfer swiftly between train lines and hop onto waiting buses and boats with a minimum of fuss. You can also use it at a number of vending machines and convenience stores, some taxis and for other services.

Most regions have their own IC card—each adorned with a catchy name and cute character. These cards can be used nationwide and make travel and small purchases easier. Most IC cards require a security deposit of 500 yen when purchasing the card.

Research the many uses of IC Cards to help make your trip to Japan easier and more convenient.

NOTICE: Welcome Suica IC cards are sold only at Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station as of December 2023 due to the global chip shortage.

• PASMO PASSPORT IC cards for short-term visitors to Japan will continue to be available at Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, and major stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
• Smartphone applications such as Mobile Suica and Mobile PASMO can continue to be used as usual through Apple Pay with iPhone 8 or later models, or Google Pay with some Android smartphones.
• Other IC cards being sold outside the Tokyo area such as ICOCA and TOICA will continue to be available in each region.
• Please refer to the official website for more information. https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/en/welcomesuica/welcomesuica.html

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Tokyo with Kids: The Ultimate Kid-Friendly Travel Guide

Traveling in Tokyo with kids is easy and fun. The seamless public transportation system allows you to efficiently get from Point A to Point B with little to no hassle. The locals are friendly and readily willing to provide advice and help whenever needed. There are all kinds of food, and don’t get us started on the lights. Kids love bright, shiny, and colorful things, and all of Tokyo’s lights are definitely bright, shiny, and colorful. All this coupled with the countless things to do in Tokyo with kids makes it one of our favorite places to travel with little ones. Below, you’ll find the ultimate guide to Tokyo. We’ll tell you the best places to stay , where to eat, and the top things to do in Tokyo with kids. So strap on your seatbelts because we’re taking off, baby.

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When’s the Best Time to Visit Tokyo with your Family?

Tokyo is an awesome place to visit, no matter the time of year. Each season has its perks and offers something different and spectacular. So when trying to figure out the best time to visit Tokyo, it all depends on your preferences and what you’re hoping to see and do during your time there.

The cherry blossoms are in full bloom during the spring. Days of sunshine and little rain make it a great time for sightseeing and exploring the city. During the fall, there is a slight chill in the air, but many people find this enjoyable. Plus, colorful autumn foliage is incredibly beautiful. This season is characterized by little rainfall, clear skies, and mild temperatures. If you find hot and humid temperatures uncomfortable, you might want to avoid visiting Tokyo during the summer. July and August tend to be the hottest months. There is also an influx of tourism during the summer, so you’ll likely be bumping elbows with sweaty strangers when finding things to do in Tokyo with kids.

Any time is a great time to visit Tokyo, but if we had to pick a few months, we’d say plan your trip in March, April, October, or November. During these months, temperatures are mild and comfortable, there aren’t huge swarms of tourists, and the landscape is gorgeous. However, no matter when you visit, be prepared to dish out a pretty penny as Tokyo tends to be pricey, no matter when you visit.

Where Should My Family and I Stay when Visiting Tokyo?

Like many large cities, Tokyo is divided into distinct districts. Each neighborhood has its own vibe and culture. Choosing where to stay in Tokyo depends largely on your interests and preferences. Do you want a vibrant nightlife? Do you prefer an area with lots of things to do in Tokyo with kids? Is being surrounded by historically significant sites your thing? Below are a few of Tokyo’s most popular neighborhoods along with a short description to help you decide if it’s somewhere you want to stay with your family. When we travel, we usually prefer to stay in Airbnbs . However, in Tokyo, the unique hotels are part of the experience, so be sure to check out our article on some of Tokyo’s most kid-friendly hotels .

Asakusa — The cultural center of Tokyo

Old Tokyo comes alive in Asakusa. The main attraction here is Senso-ji, a popular Buddhist temple built in the seventh century. Approach the historic temple via the Nakamise, a shopping district that sells local snacks and tourist souvenirs. Once Tokyo’s leading entertainment district, large parts of the neighborhood were destroyed in air raids during World War II. Today, Asakusa is an area with an old-town vibe and rich culture.

Roppongi — The center of Tokyo’s nightlife

If you’re in Tokyo with kids, chances are you aren’t looking for a place with all the hottest nightclubs. But, hey, we could be wrong. Chic bars, swanky lounges, and towering buildings characterize this city within a city. If you’re looking to turn up while in Tokyo, staying in the Roppongi district is definitely your best bet. Just be sure to hire a reputable babysitter first.

Shibuya — The youth capital of Tokyo

You’ve probably heard of Hachiko — the Akita dog who waited for his deceased owner every day at Shibuya Station for almost ten years. If you haven’t heard of this remarkably loyal dog, watch the movie . Either way, you can see the statue erected in the dog’s memory in Shibuya. Each day, throngs of young people hurry past the statue. At night, the same people crowd into local restaurants and Japanese bars .

Kichijoji — A taste of rural life in the middle of the city

Kichijoji is a popular place to live in Tokyo. As such, you’ll find a broad spectrum of folk here. You’ll also discover a nice blend of modern, city conveniences and traits of a more laid-back, residential community. Popular attractions like Inokashira Park, the Ghibli Museum, and the Inokashira Park Zoo are all located in Kichijoji.

Akihabara — Tokyo’s Anime and Gadget Town

This vibrant town on Tokyo’s east side is filled with nerds and technology enthusiasts. Local electric stores, maid cafes, and Animate, a huge anime and comic store, are all waiting to take your money.

Things to do in Tokyo with Kids

Now you know when to visit Tokyo and where to stay, but what should you do while you visit? With a city so huge, narrowing down your options can be difficult. Here are some of our picks, just to get you started.

Take a rickshaw tour

A rickshaw tour? What the heck is a rickshaw? According to Dictionary.com, a rickshaw is “a light two-wheeled hooded vehicle drawn by one or more people, used chiefly in Asian countries.” According to us, a rickshaw is a lot of fun, and one of the best things to do in Tokyo with kids. When we visited, we used Ebisuya Asakusa . The tour was super informative and gave us a chance to experience Tokyo like a local. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly and gave us insight and information that you typically won’t find on websites or guidebooks.

Why do we recommend this?: A rickshaw tour is flexible. It’s just your family and the rickshaw operator, so if you need to pull over or stop the tour for whatever reason, you can. Plus, what kid doesn’t like being pulled around in an open-air carriage?

How much time will it take?: It depends on what you want – they have different options that last from 30 minutes all the way to 2 hours.

Website: Ebisuya Asakusa

Free walking tour of Tokyo hotspots

There are multiple tour companies in Tokyo that offer free walking tours. When we visited, we took the Shinjuku free walking tour offered by Tokyo Localized . The night tour started at 7 PM and ran until 9 PM. Though it was super informative, we wouldn’t necessarily recommend it if you’re with a toddler in Tokyo just because the start time is so late.

The same company offers different tours during the day. The Flagship tour is one of the most popular tours and lasts three hours. The tour gives visitors the chance to experience New and Old Tokyo as well as its food, religion, culture, and history. Another favorite tour by Tokyo Localized is the Asakusa tour. Tours last approximately two hours and guide visitors through the must-visit tourist areas in Tokyo.

Why do we recommend this?: For starters, a free walking tour is, well, free. It also gives you a ton of flexibility. If your child decides to act out and won’t calm down, you can just wander off and do your own thing. Walking tours are also great exercise, and since we tend to eat a little too much on vacation, extra exercise is always an added benefit.

How much time will it take?: It depends on the tour and the tour company. Generally speaking, though, we’d reserve about two hours for a free walking tour.

Website: Tokyo Localized

Imperial Palace

The Imperial Palace is located in the center of Tokyo and just a short walk from Tokyo Station. The palace is the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family. Though the inner grounds are not generally open to the public, members of the Imperial Family make public appearances on the palace balcony on the emperor’s birthday (February 23) and New Year’s Greeting (January 2). During other times of the year, visitors can access Kokyo Gaien, the large plaza in front of the palace, and check out the two bridges that lead to the inner palace grounds. Though you can’t go inside buildings on the palace grounds, the Imperial Palace East Gardens are open to the public year-round.

Why do we recommend this?: Children and the outdoors go together like lamb and tuna fish (ever seen the movie Big Daddy?). Since you can’t generally go inside the palace, this is a good option for kids. It’s also an important part of Japanese history, so it’s a must-visit when you visit Tokyo.

How much time will it take?: You can tour the Imperial Palace East Garden in about an hour or less.

Website(s): Imperial Palace general information , Imperial Palace official website

Tokyo Dome City

Tokyo Dome City is hands down one of the best things to do in Tokyo with kids. There’s so much to do in a small area that you could spend hours there and not exhaust all your options. Check out the Tokyo Dome baseball stadium, unwind at the LaQua Spa, or do some shopping in one of the many shops. Enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants , and, if you’re in Tokyo with kids, Tokyo Dome City also has an amusement park. The park has roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, and a free-fall tower. A short walk from is Koishikawa Korakuen. A stunning landscape garden, it is enjoyable any time of the year. Like other traditional Japanese gardens, the Koishikawa Korakuen attempts to remake famous landscapes in miniature, using trees, man-mad e hills, stones, and ponds.

Why do we recommend this?: There’s tons to do in a small area. Bring a stroller and you could spend the whole day here. Kids will enjoy the amusement park, restaurants, and the baseball stadium. Tokyo Dome City is also a short walk from stunning landscape gardens. In other words, this is a great place for people of all ages.

How much time will it take?: It totally depends on you. You could have lunch and spend an hour here, or you could catch a ball game, ride a few amusement rides, and eat dinner and spend the whole day. It’s all up to you.

Website: Tokyo Dome City

Visit temples and shrines

Tokyo’s shrines and temples attract thousands of visitors each year. While many have been rebuilt due to earthquakes, fire, or war, they still retain their original beauty and majesty. There are several magnificent temples and shrines to visit while in Tokyo. On our trip, we went to Asakusa Shrine, but there are many other popular ones, including Sensō- ji , Kanda Shrine, and Yasukuni Shrine.

Why do we recommend this?: Many shrines are set within parks . Parks and kids go well together. It’s also an awesome way for kids to learn about the culture and local traditions. But note that shrines often have many stairs, so keep that in mind if you’re hauling your kid in a stroller.

How much time will it take?: It’s totally up to you. Spend a few minutes, or stay for the whole day.

Websites(s): It varies by shrine.

Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo Skytree is a TV broadcasting tower and one of Tokyo’s most prominent landmarks. The tower is 634 meters tall (2,080 feet) and is the tallest structure in Japan and the second tallest in the world at the time of its completion. You’ll find that there’s plenty of things to do with kids in Tokyo in and around the Skytree. At the base of the complex, there’s a large shopping area and an aquarium. There are multiple observation decks along the tower that provide awesome (and somewhat scary, if you’re afraid of heights) views of the city.

Why do we recommend this? The Skytree is an icon in Tokyo, and it’s a great place to visit with kids. A smooth and fast elevator ride takes you to the observation decks, so you don’t have to worry about hauling strollers up stairs. The aquarium is sure to be a hit among children of all ages and with all the shops in the shopping complex, they’re bound to find something (or many things) that catch their interest.

How much time will it take?: Expect to spend about 45 minutes soaking in the panoramic views and looking over the historical displays at the Tokyo Skytree . If you decide to visit the shopping complex and aquarium, you’ll need to factor in time for that as well.

Website: Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disneyland is part of the Disney theme parks. It covers 115 acres and is made up of seven themed lands. The park has countless thrill rides and family-friendly attractions, shopping venues, and restaurants. There are also several hotels where guests can stay.

Why do we recommend this?: It’s Disneyland. That’s self-explanatory.

How much time will it take? When you consider the wait lines, Disneyland is definitely an all-day trip. If anything, you may want to budget several days if you want to ride all the rides and see all the attractions.

Website: Tokyo Disneyland

Odaiba is a popular entertainment and shopping district on a man-made island in Tokyo Bay. The island started as a complex of forts meant to protect Tokyo against possible attacks from the sea. Today, the island is home to a futuristic residential and business district and is one of Japan’s most visited tourist attractions. Odaiba is home to some of Tokyo’s boldest architectural developments, including the Fuji TV building, Tokyo Big Sight, and Telecom Center. The island also provides plenty of green space as well as elevated walkways for pedestrian and motorized traffic.

Why do we recommend this?: There’s so much to do in the area. The DiverCity Tokyo Plaza is a huge shopping, entertainment, and dining complex. Aquacity Odaiba has a 13-screen theatre, a food theme park, and awesome views of the Rainbow Bridge. Plus, with all its green spaces, Odaiba screams “kid-friendly.”

How much time will it take?: It depends on you. You can spend a few hours or make it a full day trip.

Website: Odaiba

Practical tips for traveling in Tokyo with kids

1. Get a reliable stroller. A lot of walking is required in Tokyo. Unless you plan on carrying your little one or making them walk the entire time (and good luck with that), get a reliable stroller . Even if your kid wants to walk, a stroller is a great way to easily transport all your shopping bags.

2. Don’t overbook yourself. It can be tempting to fill your schedule to capacity when traveling to a new city. But this can be stressful and have you running around like a loony person. Instead, pick a few things you really want to see and focus on those.

3. Wear comfortable shoes. Because, as we said in the first tip, you’ll be walking a lot.

4. Be aware at all times. Tokyo is a huge city. There are a lot of people, and places are often crowded. If you’re traveling with kids, it’s imperative that you keep your eye on them at all times. We love strollers because you can just plop your little one in there and keep them safe. But if they’re not in the stroller, make sure you’re holding their hand. Safety first, guys.

5. Pack kid -friendly snacks when you go out. If your child is a picky eater, you might have a hard time getting them to eat local food. Be sure you pack plenty of snacks that travel well. Think apples, bananas, crackers, raisins, nuts, and other healthy yet easy-to-travel-with items.

6. Carry an umbrella. It rains pretty often in Tokyo. You don’t want to get caught in the rain when walking around town without an umbrella.

What to Eat When in Tokyo

Tokyoites have a love affair with food. It’s ingrained in the culture, and you can find restaurants, cafes, and street vendors all around town. Here are a few culinary staples to check out when you visit Tokyo. Also, be sure to read our article on the best kid-friendly restaurants in Tokyo .

Kaitenzushi

Kaitenzushi is also known as conveyor belt sushi. Restaurants that serve kaitenzushi are affordable and feature a conveyor belt that winds through the restaurant. The belt carries plates of sushi around the restaurant, and diners can choose what they wish. The menu typically includes items like shrimp, salmon, maguro (tuna), and kappamaki (cucumber roll). Cooked foods like miso soup and steamed egg custard are sometimes found in these type of restaurants as well. Generally speaking, kaitenzushi is more affordable than conventional sushi- ya .

Who doesn’t love ramen? Ramen-ya specializes in ramen dishes. Ramen is basically Chinese-style noodles served in a soup with a range of toppings, including mung bean sprouts, seaweed, chashu, eggs, steamed fish cakes, and more. Ramen restaurants in Tokyo usually offer other hot plates such as fried rice and gyoza (dumplings with ground meat and veggies).

Tempura is pieces of lightly battered and deep-fried vegetables and seafood. This style of cooking was introduced to Japan during the 16th century by the Portuguese. Tempura can be found throughout many kinds of restaurants in Tokyo. It’s sometimes served as a main dish, a side dish, or a topping for rice bowls and/or noodle dishes.

Teppanyaki-ya

Teppanyaki is similar to hibachi-style cooking. These types of restaurants involve a chef preparing meat, vegetables, and seafood on a large iron griddle. Teppanyaki restaurants tend to be pretty pricey and are often found at high-end restaurants.

So there you have it. Our ultimate guide to Tokyo. When we visited this incredible city with our family, we fell in love, and we know you will too. We hope that you found this guide both useful and informative. You can also check out our book to learn more practical tips for traveling with children. Bon voyage!

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An 8-Day Cycling Adventure From Tokyo to Kyoto

By Tom Vanderbilt

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I pulled into the tiny hamlet of Hirase, in Japan ’s Gifu prefecture, at the peak of the day’s heat. I’d just climbed several thousand feet through Hakusan National Park, on a twisting, waterfall-lined road, before eventually descending into the shimmering fantasy landscape of Shirakawa-go, an almost Tolkien-esque small village—and UNESCO heritage site —comprised of centuries-old thatched, peaked-roof farmhouses in the gassho-zukuri style. Replenishing myself with a black-sesame ice cream cone, I made the last push towards my destination. My cycling computer eventually told me “destination reached,” but all I could see was a succession of closed businesses lining a small street. Seeking shade, I flopped against a security gate.

Gearing up to text the ride leader that I was lost, I suddenly saw, in the distance, two cyclists from my group. One, a Dane living in London and a veteran of the trip, escorted me precisely 100 feet to the entrance of a traditional house, half hidden from the street by trees. This was Tosuke-no-yu Fujiya , a traditional ryokan with hot springs; a lacquered-wood and shoji -screen retreat that resists the march of time (and the all-seeing eye of Google Maps.) We were too early for check-in, so we made our way, clad in cycling kit, towards the nearby Shō River. Scrambling barefoot across rocks, we plunged into the clear, bracing mountain water.

I have often found, on a trip, that it is not the perfectly scripted moment that endures in the memory, but that juncture where something has gone awry. Something that might require a touch of fortitude, of inventiveness—of halting conversation with locals—to resolve. Something that momentarily takes us out of our comfort zone. “Only through shadows can we see the beauty of a lighted room,” writes Junichiro Tanizaki in his classic In Praise of Shadows . Something of that spirit exists in RAID Cycling , the outfitter with which I have booked an eight-day expedition, by bike, from Tokyo to Kyoto . “I like it a little more rough around the edges,” as Brad Sauber, RAID’s founder and a longtime participant in the world of luxury bike trips, describes the ride. “I like to bring people to really remote areas—maybe there aren’t five-star hotels. Or maybe some might be, but I don’t want five nights of five-star hotels.”

Biking across the Wagatani Suspension Bridge in the Ishikawa Prefecture

Two decades ago, Sauber was in Japan, on his honeymoon , when inspiration struck, through the window of the Shinkansen. “I remember seeing these amazing little roads, with hardly any traffic,” he says. “I thought, there’s gotta be a way to ride a bike here.” Working at the time for Rapha Travel, the adventure division of the noted clothing brand, he spent 15 days driving the country’s backroads, stitching together a pioneering long-distance cycling route, stumbling upon little-known hotels like the ryokan in Hirase. Even keen cyclists in Japan thought the idea of a multi-day trip from Tokyo to Kyoto “was crazy,” he says. Undaunted, he pushed forward, launching the trip in 2015. Just finding willing hotels was a challenge. “The concept of showing up with 15 foreigners on bikes, with four or five vehicles, just completely blew their minds,” he says.

Sauber launched RAID after Rapha closed its travel division in 2018. His new Japan trips were just up and running when the pandemic struck, forcing a three-year suspension. I am on only the second outing after the country’s reopening, joined by some 16 other cyclists, as well as RAID’s four-person Japanese crew, and Sauber himself. After a night in Tokyo’s Shibuya neighborhood, we take a train to Sumiecho, a suburban area in Tokyo where, in one of the country’s pristine public restrooms—and before its bemused attendant—we change into our cycling kit.

From here, we head into the mountains of Higashi-Ōme. A few things become apparent immediately. One, Japanese roads are top notch. Cyclists typically warn those behind them of the presence of potholes, or random debris in the road; our group had little to do. The one piece of trash I saw in the road stood out for its shocking indelicacy. Second, Japanese drivers are polite—not as polite as Japanese shopkeepers, but generally solicitous of cyclists (still, I recommend using a taillight like Garmin’s Varia , which warns of cars approaching from behind—useful in the country’s many dim tunnels). Third, on 90-degree-plus days, Japanese vending machines—which one finds in the most unexpected places—are your friend.

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The days went by in a flurry of impressions, gleaned over the handlebars. There was the babble of snow monkeys in the trees near Kofu (a town that grows those extravagantly expensive fruits that are given as gifts). There were elegantly spired, tightly-packed Buddhist cemeteries in the midst of almost iridescent green rice paddies. There were mountain peaks densely packed with cypress and marked by absolute stillness, save for the piercing cries of Japanese Golden Eagles. There were restorative bowls of soba noodles at family-run roadside restaurants, elaborate kaiseki meals eaten wearing summer yukata robes, and Japanese snacks at the RAID rest stops. There were “shortcuts” down eerily abandoned country roads. There were memorable stays in new-to-me cities like Takayama (dubbed “mini-Kyoto,” without the crowds), where, in the sleek Hotel Wood , you find yourself immersed in the onsen with the same people you’ve been riding with, except you’re all now naked.

But there’s little room for shame on this trip: On another night, in the town of Kaga, we find ourselves in a small karaoke bar called Swing Club, singing Bon Jovi full-throat. Sauber discovered the place years ago and has been returning ever since. When we walk in, swelling the bar’s population, the septuagenarian proprietress—a former classical dancer in the Bon Odori tradition, wearing a leopard-print blouse—beams at him warmly. He doesn’t recall her name. “I have these experiences all over the world,” he tells me. “It’s not about names. It’s about interactions.”

The 5th-century Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine in Takayama

So beguiling is this whole trip that several guests, joined by their partners, would be sticking around to do RAID’s other Japan itinerary, a less strenuous trip through the Southern Islands. Sauber says that in general, while some cycling experience is suggested, it’s also a chance for participants—typically already thrust out of their comfort zone by being in Japan—to expand their sense of self. Among the clients on that trip, he notes, is a 70-year-old woman, bringing her e-bike. “She’s super adventurous, she’s traveled all over,” he says. “RAID is about pushing people’s limits, stretching that elastic—creating an experience that actually challenges people.”

RAID Cycling leads trips in countries across the globe, including Japan. Rates for the 8-day Tokyo to Kyoto trip start at $6800, which includes lodging, transport and support during the trip, and all meals.

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