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The birthplace of anime, manga and, of course, Pokémon, it offers kid-friendly attractions at each and every turn. Here, six places your kids will thank you for visiting.
By David LaHuta
Japanese cities like Tokyo and Kyoto are known for their historic shrines, temples, and cultural sites. But as the birthplace of anime, manga, and, of course, Pokémon, Japan is also a pop culture powerhouse and a hotbed of activities for kids, from practicing ninja skills to spending time with Snorlax.
For a family trip, “the nice thing about Japan is that you can take five steps and gently capture a child’s attention,” said Ramesh Krishnan, who works with RamKy and whose company, Japan Unfiltered, specializes in spontaneous visits to Tokyo. Mount Fuji and other destinations. “It can simply be a capsule toy vending machine, a karaoke bar with enticing desserts on display, or even the upbeat music played at exercise stations. “
Here are six stops for a family excursion to the country’s most visited cities.
Getting reservations at this popular cafe concept at the base of the Tokyo Skytree may seem more difficult than getting front-row seats to a Taylor Swift concert, however, enthusiasts of Kirby, the adorable pink blob who first appeared on the Nintendo’s Game Boy in 1992, keep trying. Reservations for the following month go online on the 10th of the month at 6 p. m. Japan Standard Time. Even if you choose the right time, the site crashes regularly. But you can skip the bureaucracy and get a table using Kirby Café Bot, an online service that accepts reservations for $7. 50 per user for up to 8 people. Once you’re through the door, you’ll be treated to food, decor, and all things Kirby: eat Kirby burgers sandwiched between smiling pink buns, fun pizzas topped with a D-shaped fried egg star, and Whispy Woods party plates with Kirby’s enemy, an apple tree. , whose trunk acts as a potato salad mould. Tip: Combine your meal with a stopover at the Skytree – at 2,080 feet, it’s the tallest freestanding tower in the world and offers endless 360-degree views of Tokyo from its glass roof.
Kirby Café, Tokyo Skytree Town, Solamachi, East Yard 4F, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City; Main courses between 1,200 and 3,980 yen, or between 7. 50 and 25 dollars.
Tokyo Skytree Tree; Adults from 1,800 yen, youth from 12 to 17 years old from 1,400 yen, youth from 6 to 11 years old from 850 yen.
Of the four Pokémon Centers in Tokyo, the one in the Nihonboshi shopping district is one of the largest, although the biggest draw remains the Pokémon Café, although it is also another concept café for which reservations are almost unlikely. To do this you will have to log in 31 days before your stopover at 6 p. m. precisely. Japan Standard Time. Or you can just pay: a service called Reserve Japan will do the heavy lifting for a whopping $24. 90 per guest (your kids will thank you). At the cafe, you can sip on Pikachu-themed lemon sodas and frothy lattes served in red and white Pokéball cups before diving into dishes like the Snorlax Belly Full Nap Lunch Platter, Whole with Rice Pilaf and shrimp on a plate that resembles the fat, sleeping Pokémon. (also served with grilled chicken, French fries, and a salad partially made with Z-cut carrots to imitate snoring). Once you’ve finished your dessert, browse the center’s inventory of products: stuffed animals, dazzling iPhone cases, accessories like eye masks and neck pillows, or novelty food pieces like Pokémon-shaped pasta.
Pokémon Center Tokyo DX, Nihombashi Takashimaya S. C. East Building (5F) 2-11-2 Nihombashi, Chuo-ku; Tickets between 1,540 yen and 2,420 yen.
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