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Yanaka and Nezu, Tokyo's old town. Yanaka Ginza, Yuyake Dandan, the cemetery and Nezu Shrine's torii tunnel and azaleas, with hours, a route and access.

Omotesando travel guide for families. The avenue, Omotesando Hills, Kiddy Land, architecture, the Nezu Museum, how to get there and a half-day plan with kids.

How to visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. East Gardens hours and closed days, the free palace tour, Nijubashi and the Outer Garden, access and tips for kids.

Japan autumn leaves from Tokyo in 2026. When the colours peak and 10 spots a family can reach in a day, from Jingu Gaien and Mt. Takao to Nikko and Hakone.

Setsubun 2027 falls on Wednesday 3 February. How mamemaki bean throwing works, the ehomaki lucky roll and 2027 direction, and temple events in Tokyo.

Shinkansen Gran Class in 2026. Which trains have it, which include the meal, the Gran Class charge from Tokyo, JR Pass rules, and how to book the 18 seats.

How to find Ekibenya Matsuri and Ekibenya Odori inside Tokyo Station's ticket gates, 2026 opening hours, when they are busy, how to pay and how to pre-order.

Tokyo Character Street at Tokyo Station. 30-plus shops including the Pokémon Store and JUMP SHOP, opening hours, how to find it, and tips with kids.

Sanyo-San'in Area Pass 2026. ¥23,000 for 7 days, the Shinkansen from Osaka to Hakata plus Matsue, Izumo and Miyajima, a family route, and cheaper options.

Hakone pirate ship in 2026. ¥1,700 one way (child ¥850), covered by the Hakone Freepass in the standard cabin, a 25 to 40 minute crossing and the timetable.

Miyashita Park in Shibuya with kids. Rooftop hours, skate park and bouldering prices for children, lawn closures, baby facilities, food and access.

Hay fever in Japan for families. When cedar pollen peaks, the 2027 Tokyo forecast, why people wear masks, where to buy them and which medicine to bring.

Irohazaka, Nikko's road of 48 hairpin bends. The uphill and downhill roads, the bus from Nikko Station, autumn traffic, the Akechidaira closure and kids' tips.

Nikko Toshogu Shrine. 2026 tickets and hours, cash-only payment, the bus from Nikko Station, a route past Yomeimon and the Sleeping Cat, and tips for kids.

The Shinkansen in Japan explained. All nine bullet train lines, travel times, fares and child fares, tickets, the JR Pass, luggage rules and strollers.

Lake Chuzenji in Nikko. The bus from Nikko Station, 2026 cruise fares, the embassy villas, Ryuzu Falls, the Senjogahara walk, autumn timing and tips for kids.

Hato Bus open-top and night tours from Tokyo Station in 2026. Fares, child prices, the Tokyo Tower and Skytree night drives, English tours and where to board.

Hakone ryokan with private onsen for families. Kashikiri baths vs rooms with an open-air bath, baby rules, and day-use private baths.

Sapporo-Furano Area Pass in 2026. ¥11,000 for 4 days, the exact area it covers, how to reach Furano, Biei and Asahiyama Zoo by train, and when it pays off.

Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa. Opening hours, access, Kaminarimon, Hozomon Gate and its giant sandals, etiquette and omikuji, and how to visit with kids.

Kawasaki Daishi guide. Getting there from Haneda and Tokyo by Keikyu, hall hours, goma ceremony times, what to see, Nakamise sweets and tips for kids.

Four tea ceremony experiences in Asakusa compared. Prices, length, kimono, chairs or tatami, English, and which suit children. Checked October 2026.