Tokyo for families

A family-paced route through Tokyo: sights that impress kids, parks to run around in, and audio stories written for young explorers — plus scavenger-hunt questions along the way.

10 stops · Duration: ~13.5 h · Free · no app store · runs in your browser

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The stops

1. 1. Shibuya Crossing

   The world's busiest pedestrian crossing, where up to 3,000 people cross simultaneously on all sides. Most spectacular at night and during rush hour.

   ~20 min at the stop

2. 2. Senso-ji Temple

   Tokyo's oldest and most famous temple, dating back to 628 AD. The giant red Kaminarimon lantern gate and Nakamise shopping street lead to the beautiful main hall.

   ~60 min at the stop

3. 3. Kaminarimon Gate

   The iconic Thunder Gate with its massive red paper lantern is the symbol of Asakusa and one of Tokyo's most photographed spots.

   ~20 min at the stop

4. 4. Tokyo Skytree

   The world's second-tallest tower (634m) with two observation decks at 350m and 450m. The lower deck has glass-floor sections for vertigo thrills. Book online to skip queues.

   ~90 min at the stop

5. 5. Meiji Jingu Shrine

   A peaceful Shinto shrine set within a 70-hectare forested area in the heart of Tokyo, dedicated to Emperor Meiji. Arrive early to see the morning rituals.

   ~60 min at the stop

6. 6. Tokyo National Museum

   Japan's oldest and largest museum, housing the world's greatest collection of Japanese art and antiquities — samurai armour, Buddhist sculpture, ukiyo-e prints, and more.

   ~120 min at the stop

7. 7. Roppongi Hills

   Tokyo's premier arts and lifestyle complex featuring the Mori Art Museum (with rooftop Sky Deck views), boutique shops, restaurants, and public art installations.

   ~120 min at the stop

8. 8. Mori Art Museum

   One of Asia's foremost contemporary art museums on the 53rd floor of Mori Tower, with sweeping Tokyo views from the Sky Deck. World-class rotating exhibitions.

   ~90 min at the stop

9. 9. Nezu Shrine

   One of Tokyo's oldest shrines, known for thousands of torii gates (like Kyoto's Fushimi Inari but quieter) and spectacular azalea garden in April–May. The locals' hidden gem…

   ~60 min at the stop

10. 10. Zojo-ji Temple

    A grand Edo-period Buddhist temple with Tokyo Tower looming dramatically behind it — one of the most iconic photography compositions in Tokyo. The main gate (Sangedatsumon)…

    ~45 min at the stop

How it works

CityCompanion is a free web app (PWA). Open it in your browser, pick Tokyo and your interests — the AI builds a walkable route with audio narration in seconds, adapted to time of day, weather and your pace. The stops above are highlights from our curated database; your personal route may vary with your start point and preferences.

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