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[ Hotel ] Where to stay Tokyo with kids – Japan

Best area to stay with small children?

Tokyo is huge city – Parents need to choose suitable district for family trip before picking up hotels.

I wish I can pick up specific place, but what is the best is always different depends on each family.

For example ;

  • By Kid’s age (with toddler? Teenager? )
  • By Purpose of trip / Itinerary
  • By Budget
  • By Personal preference or experience (first time? second time? ) etc.


So Let me show you quick district impression of Tokyo first, then check recommends area for your family situation.

For first visitor – Quick city overview

One picture for one city for you to get to know the districts atmosphere.

Tokyo Station

A Hub Station of Tokyo. All Bullet Train (Shinkansen) start from this station.

Ginza

Close to Tokyo Station (5min by taxi), Sophisticated shopping area which is the highest real estate prices in Japan.

Nihonbashi

Another sophisticated shopping area, close to Tokyo station & Ginza.

Asakusa

Traditional area. Sensoji-temple is the most popular sightseeing spot in Tokyo.

Ueno

Near Asakusa, more local atmosphere. Ameyoko market is popular with lively energy.

Shinagawa

Shinkansen to the west stops at this station.(to Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, etc…) Business city atmosphere.

Tokyo Tower

Always beautiful – in the daytime, night time.

Roppongi

International city near Tokyo tower. Famous for night life.

Odaiba

Family friendly area with many facilities.

Maihama

Where Disneyland and DisneySea are located!

Shibuya

City of young power and creativity!

Shinjuku

Chaotic city with unique things. Kabukicho is famous for nightlife.

Ikebukuro

More Local shopping area – Ikebukuro station is another maze..



Tokyo Overview for family situation

Did you get the large picture of Tokyo districts?

Let’s narrow down to your situation.

The following content is categorized based on different family travel situations.

By Kids Age

Kids ageDistrict of TokyoWhy
Baby ~ Toddler (0-3)Tokyo Sta. / ③ShinagawaSmooth access from Airport
Pre-school kids (3-5)Ginza Safe & clean to walk around
Grade Schooler (5-12)Asakusa / ⑤OdaibaFun to explore
Teen (12-18)Shinjuku, ShibuyaFun to explore day & night

By Purpose / Itinerary

PurposeDistrict of TokyoWhy
Tokyo sightseeing onlyGinza /
Asakusa
Easy access to everywhere
Going to Kyoto or Osaka (West)Tokyo Sta. / ③ShinagawaNear “Bullet train” station
Going to Tohoku / Nagano / Kanazawa (North)Tokyo Sta. / ②UenoNear “Bullet train” station
Going to Mt.fujiShinjukuBetter access to Mt. Fuji
Planning to use domestic flightShinagawaEasy access to HANEDA Airport
Going to Tokyo Disneyland⑥MaihamaStay near dreamland




By Budget

Budget / atmosphereDistrict of TokyoWhy
High-classRoppongi / ①Tokyo Sta., Ginza Popular district for tourist
Mid-classShinagawa / ⑤Odaiba / ⑥MaihamaNear amusement facility
Budget②Asakusa / Ueno / IkebukuroMore local atmosphere
MixtureShinjuku, ShibuyaUrban clutter

By city atmosphere

AtmosphereDistrict of TokyoWhy
Japanese traditional②Asakusa , UenoTraditional / Local atmosphere
Sophisticated, ModernGinza , Nihonbashi / ④RoppongiCool mixture of old & new
Symbol of TokyoTokyo tower / ①Tokyo Sta.Feeling THE Tokyo
Lively, Pop, NightlifeShinjuku / Shibuya / IkebukuroEnergy of Japanese pop culture


Summery

I understand hotel reservation in Tokyo is big task to do,,,

but if you enjoy searching it and could find suitable hotel for your family, your Tokyo Trip must be already awesome!

I hope this contents helps when you see hotel reservation site.


My recommended hotels for family in central Tokyo

These links are my recommendations considering location or kid’s age or situation.
(*This is not an reservation site, my personal research lists. )


Best 11 Hotels around Tokyo Station for family with kids

Best 10 Hotels around GINZA area for family with kids

Best 12 Hotels around Asakusa/Ueno area for family with kids

Best 4 Hotels around Shinagawa for family with kids

Best 5 Hotels around Tokyo Tower for family with kids

Best 4 Hotels around ODAIBA for family with kids

Unique HOTEL with special designed room in Tokyo

The Best 10 Hotels in Tokyo for family with small children


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