Category Archives: JAPAN WITH KIDS

Tokyo Toy Stores – 14 Best Japanese Toy Shops in Tokyo

Japan is known for its cool collectibles and perfect playthings, so as you’d expect, there are some top Tokyo toy shops from iconic independents like Yamashiroya in Ueno to famous chain toy stores like Kiddyland and Sanrio. We’ll share the best places to play and pick-up plushies, like the six storey Hakuhinkan Toy Park in […]

Hello Kitty & Sanrio Fukoku Friendly Forest Stamp Trail in Tokyo

Looking for a super cute Sanrio stamp trail in Japan? Welcome to the Sanrio Fukoku Friendly Forest in Tokyo, a free to visit attraction with all your favourite characters including Hello Kitty, Kuromi, Poccacho and Keroppi. As well as a cute Kawaii forest to visit, you can also see dozens of different Hello Kitty plushies […]

Kirby Cafe Japan Review + Kirby Cafe Reservations

One of Japan’s hottest tickets, Kirby Cafe Japan usually books up within minutes of going on sale. With only three permanent Kirby Cafes in Japan including branches in Tokyo and Osaka, getting a Kirby Cafe reservation can be harder than completing a Kirby game blindfolded! On our most recent trip to Japan in late 2024, […]