Contents
Which district is good to stay for family 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.
Ginza
Nihonbashi
Asakusa
Ueno
Shinagawa
Tokyo Tower
Roppongi
Shibuya
Shinjuku
Ikebukuro
Odaiba
Maihama
Did you get the picture of Tokyo districts?
Tokyo area over view for family situation
So, those are my recommendation of Tokyo district by your family travel situation.
I hope it helps when you see hotel reservation site!
By Kids Age
| Kids age | District of Tokyo | Why |
| Baby ~ Toddler (0-3) | ①Tokyo Sta. / ③Shinagawa | Smooth access from Airport |
| Pre-school kids (3-5) | ①Ginza | Safe & clean to walk around |
| Grade Schooler (5-12) | ②Asakusa / ⑤Odaiba | Fun to explore |
| Teen (12-18) | ⑦ Shinjuku, Shibuya | Fun to explore day & night |
By Purpose / Itinerary
| Purpose | District of Tokyo | Why |
| Tokyo sightseeing only | ①Ginza / ②Asakusa | Easy access to everywhere |
| Going to Kyoto or Osaka (West) | ①Tokyo Sta. / ③Shinagawa | Near “Bullet train” station |
| Going to Tohoku / Nagano / Kanazawa (North) | ①Tokyo Sta. / ②Ueno | Near “Bullet train” station |
| Going to Mt.fuji | ⑦Shinjuku | Better access to Mt. Fuji |
| Planning to use domestic flight | ③Shinagawa | Easy access to HANEDA Airport |
| Going to Tokyo Disneyland | ⑥Maihama | Stay near dreamland |
By Budget
| Budget / atmosphere | District of Tokyo | Why |
| High-class | ④Roppongi / ①Tokyo Sta., Ginza | Popular district for tourist |
| Mid-class | ③Shinagawa / ⑤Odaiba / ⑥Maihama | Near amusement facility |
| Budget | ②Asakusa / Ueno / Ikebukuro | More local atmosphere |
| Mixture | ⑦ Shinjuku, Shibuya | Urban clutter |
By city atmosphere
| Atmosphere | District of Tokyo | Why |
| Japanese traditional | ②Asakusa , Ueno | Traditional / Local atmosphere |
| Sophisticated, Modern | ①Ginza , Nihonbashi / ④Roppongi | Cool mixture of old & new |
| Symbol of Tokyo | ④Tokyo tower / ①Tokyo Sta. | Feeling THE Tokyo |
| Lively, Pop, Nightlife | ⑦Shinjuku / Shibuya / Ikebukuro | Energy of Japanese pop culture |
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. )
Hotels around Tokyo Station for family with kids
Hotels around Ginza for family with kids around
Family friendly Hotels with Pools in central Tokyo
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!
Good luck for your trip!!
Related articles
Hotels around Tokyo Station for family with kids (My personal recommends)
Hotels around Ginza for family with kids around (My personal recommends)
The Best 10 Hotels in Tokyo for family with small children
Please get “Train Rail Pass (PASMO or SUICA card)” at Haneda/Narita AirportTry Japanese Baby Diaper / Nappy / Wipes when you travel Japan
Recent articles
- [Tokyo] Best 11 Hotels around Asakusa/Ueno area for family with kids (My personal picks)
- Best 7 Kids-friendly Shopping mall in central Tokyo [ for rainy day ]
- Double stroller Rental in Tokyo, Japan [ Traveling Tokyo with Kids ]
- [Tokyo Station area] Best 11 Hotels around Tokyo Station for family with kids (My personal picks)
- Tokyo Private Guide for Family with Kids
[…] Where to stay in Tokyo with family […]
[…] [ Where to stay in Tokyo with family ] ( District information )Family friendly Hotels with Pools in central TokyoBEST Theme Parks in Tokyo, Japan (family-friendly)Family friendly shopping complex &Hotel “Ariake Garden” […]