Japan has long been considered a tourist’s dream and a family-friendly travel destination.With EL AL’s direct flights to Tokyo, Israelis can experience countless fun family activities
Sanrio Puroland Hello Kitty Park
Sanrio Puroland, located in Tama City on the outskirts of Tokyo, is an indoor amusement park that brings to life Japan’s lovely quirky, lively, dreamy land. Embark on a magical journey where you’ll meet and greet kawaii (“cute, tiny, cute”) characters such as Hello Kitty and other famous inhabitants of Sanrio World. You can also enjoy fun rides and watch colorful shows and musicals. The park is about an hour’s drive from Tokyo.
For more information: www.japan.travel/en/spot/1630/
tokyo disneyland
Tokyo Disneyland is the first amusement park built by The Walt Disney Company outside the United States, located in Urayasu, a suburb of Chiba, Tokyo.
The park offers attractions such as the Robinson Family Tree House, Alice in Wonderland Tea Party, Buzz Lightyear’s World, and a variety of other attractions and activities based on shows, Disney characters, and seven countries.
One of America’s Main Streets can be experienced; World’s Fair; Land of Adventure; Wild West; Critterland; Fantasyland; Mickey Mouse’s Toontown; and Tomorrowland
For more information: www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en/tdl/
Legoland Discovery Center
A LEGO activity zone for all ages with 12 attractions and family activities such as 4D Cinema, Kingdom Quest Laser Ride, Merlin’s Apprentice, LEGO NINJAGO City Adventure, Game Center, and Tokyo Micro Buildings built from over 1.5 million pieces Lego bricks; and driving short distances, shooting at various targets, and zipping through corridors while trying to dodge laser beams.
The complex is located on Odaiba Island, Tokyo.
For more information: tokyo.legolanddiscoverycenter.jp/en
Happy City Blanket
One of the largest video game parks in the world, Joyopolis Saga is an indoor amusement park built by the company with rides, trains, video games, and more, all based on Sega. The park is located on Odaiba Island, Tokyo.
For more information: tokyo-joypolis.com/language/english
Or Fairyland Nikko Koto
Created to showcase Japan and life during the Edo period (1603-1867), this large amusement park is one of the most interesting and impressive attractions in Japan.
The park is built in the form of an old town and includes various events, plays, theater performances such as the Great Ninja Theater, and attractions in the spirit of the Edo period: Museum of Illusions, Haunted Temple, Ninja Labyrinth, Wax Museum and many more.
Park staff wear custom-made authentic clothing, and visitors are also invited to wear traditional clothing. Zeitgeist food stands and souvenir kiosks can be found throughout the park.
For more information: edowonderland.net/en/
Tokyo Toy Museum
The Tokyo Toy Museum exhibits not only toys from Japan but also toys from all over the world, making it a place where people of all ages, from big to young, can enjoy. The Toy Museum hosts a rotating series of events and exhibits throughout the year.
For more information: art-play.or.jp/ttm/
Tokyo Police Museum
Just a 10-minute walk from Tokyo Station, the Police Museum spans six floors and offers visitors a glimpse into the history and work of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police. The museum offers visitors the chance to learn about road safety on a bike simulator, experience an emergency 110 call, and even get their fingerprints.
For more information: www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/english/about_us/Police_Museum.html
Fire Station Museum
Run by the Tokyo Fire Department, this free museum in Tokyo is dedicated to centuries of firefighting and disaster prevention in Japan. While the basement has the most amazing collection of vintage fire trucks in Japanese history, kids might prefer to explore the third floor.
Here, they can dress up as little firefighters, explore the siren-equipped cab of a fire truck, and sit in a helicopter for virtual rescue missions. After exploring a large-scale diorama featuring emergency fire demonstrations with lights, sound and video, kids can practice their firefighting skills in the Simulation Corner.
For more information: www.tfd.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/eng/e_museum.html
National Museum of Natural Science
Spend a relaxing day at the National Science Museum in Ueno Park. Spread over two buildings, the two large permanent exhibitions are equally fun for children and adults with their engaging and useful exhibits.
Begin your adventure in the Japan Gallery, which highlights the formation of the country, native flora and fauna, and the island’s first inhabitants.
For more information: www.kahaku.go.jp/english/news/2020/reservation/index.html
