Want to stay in a Japanese-style room in Tokyo? 12 hotels and ryokan recommended for families with children

Tokyo is an attractive place for families, with plenty of tourist attractions and easy access. The Tokyo Skytree is overwhelming in height, and Tokyo Tower is beautiful even at night. You can choose tourist spots based on your child's age and interests, such as Ueno Zoo, where you can meet the animals that children love, and KidZania Tokyo, where you can experience various jobs. So, let's start a family meeting to decide where to go in Tokyo ♪

A trip to Tokyo is exciting, but traveling with children seems like a big hurdle... You may be worried that your child will fall off the bed in a Western-style room, or that you won't want them to crawl on the floor with their shoes on. In such a case, why not try staying at ryokan that has facilities for families to relax in, such as a large public bath and a kids' space, where you can relax in a Japanese-style room? If you stay at a hotel or ryokan that welcomes families, you can feel at ease even if you are not used to traveling with children.

About an 8-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, once you pass through the high-rise buildings, you will come across this Japanese-style building called ONSEN RYOKAN Yuen Shinjuku. It is an urban oasis where you can enjoy the hospitality of a traditional ryokan while still being in the big city of Shinjuku. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. It's nice to be able to stay in a relaxing ryokan with children, even with flower arrangements.

This room is a "Premium Double Room." It has a low bed in a Japanese-style room with tatami flooring. With tatami mats, adults can relax while their baby sleeps or lounges next to them. Children under 5 can sleep in the same bed for free, and children's toothbrushes and work clothes (for children over 45cm tall) are provided. At night, children will be delighted by the glittering night view of the skyscrapers!

On the top floor, the 18th floor, there is a large onsen bath that uses water from the Hakone hot spring source. The spring quality is alkaline simple onsen that is good for the skin, so it is safe to bring babies. There is even an open-air bath! It is luxurious to be able to enjoy a bath while overlooking Shinjuku. From 3pm to 3am, there are also free ice creams after the bath. Children will be happy to see you!

Let's have your meal at the restaurant "Kakashita Fuyujo" (夏下冬上). The restaurant overlooks a tsuboniwa garden, where you can taste seasonal ingredients from all over Japan that gather in Tokyo. Breakfast is a Japanese-style set menu that includes organic salads, side dishes, seasonal grilled fish, and fermented foods that are gentle on the body. We are happy to provide breakfast for children (extra charge). Let's eat plenty of food in the morning and recharge your energy!

Located about a one-minute walk from Ningyocho Station, this condominium hotel was established with the aim of being a place where families with babies and small children can enjoy a comfortable stay in Tokyo. It has been certified as a "Welcome Baby Inn" by Miki House Research Institute, so you can be sure of the facilities and services for babies. All rooms are suites with a living/dining/kitchen area and a Japanese-style room, so you can take off your shoes and stay barefoot.

The inn is full of services and ideas that parents will be happy to know about. There is a space to place strollers at the entrance, so the entrance doesn't get crowded. Children's amenities such as toothbrushes are given as a gift to all children. Children's steps at the washbasin, baby bottle sterilizer sets, children's tableware, Bumbo chairs, diaper trash cans, children's toilet seats, baby futons, and more can be rented for free. You can stay as comfortable as at home, even with minimal luggage.

All rooms have a private bath with a washing area. The four-person or larger rooms have a large oval bathtub that can fit one adult and two children, and has a seat so you can take a long bath while your child plays. The washing area is also spacious, so you can take care of your children at your leisure. Baby soap, a baby bath chair, an Anpanman tub, a hand pail, and a chair set are also provided. Detergent is provided in the washing machine in the room, and you can dry your laundry in the bathroom, so you can do your laundry whenever you want.

There are even more services that children will enjoy! Feel free to take DVDs of Disney and Thomas the Tank Engine, as well as picture books at the front desk, to your room. In addition, play mats and tunnel play equipment, as well as the special option (reservation required) of a kids' tent and pink chair cushions are perfect for commemorative photos and birthday surprises. There are toys that children love, such as "Black Beard's Last Stand," "Donjara," "LEGO," and "Plarail."

Located about a 6-minute walk from the subway "Asakusa Station," this inn's concept is a "town ryokan" where you can experience Japanese culture in Asakusa. For example, we recommend taking a rickshaw to the famous sites of Asakusa, as they can arrange one at the entrance. Children will be delighted! In addition, strollers are available for rental, so you can take a leisurely stroll along the Sumida River. You can also look forward to the illumination of "Tokyo Skytree"! You will surely have an unforgettable time.

All rooms have tatami flooring and low beds. You can safely sleep with your small children in bed. Many rooms also have open-air baths, semi-open-air baths, and gardens. Located on the top floor, the "Suite Room" has a spacious open-air bath that the whole family can enjoy, and when you open the window, you can enjoy a view of the Sumida River. There are also plenty of services for children, including children's yukata, diaper trash cans, baby beds, and even board games, which are all available to borrow.

Some rooms are equipped with a separate shower booth, and some rooms, like this suite room, have an open-air bath. For families with babies, a large bathtub in the room makes it easy to bathe your baby. There is also baby soap, so it's convenient to be able to bathe at a time that suits your baby's mood.

Let's have breakfast at Nikuan Kotakino, which has its main store in Shirokane. The Japanese shabu-shabu breakfast includes ingredients that are typical of Tokyo, such as Asakusa yuba, tsukudani, and Edo Senju leeks, all sourced from a long-established restaurant in Asakusa that was founded 150 years ago. You can also choose a Western breakfast, and you can eat as much salad and bread as you like in buffet style. Even adults can enjoy breakfast at a traditional Japanese restaurant.

Located about a 10-minute walk from Edogawabashi Station, Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is a luxurious hotel in the heart of Tokyo where you can enjoy nature throughout the four seasons. Its historic prestige and high level of hospitality are its charms, and the surrounding area is a beautiful Japanese garden where you can enjoy a stroll with your children. The cherry blossoms in spring and the autumn leaves are particularly spectacular, making it a soothing space that will help you forget the hustle and bustle of the city.

The guest rooms are spacious, and from the garden view rooms you can enjoy a beautiful view of the garden. The Japanese-style suite is a Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, so it's safe for children to crawl around in. In addition to children's amenities such as slippers, toothbrushes, and pajamas, there are also plenty of baby amenities such as baby shampoo and disposable diapers, so families can stay comfortably.

The hotel has a large public bath where you can stretch out your legs and relax, where the whole family can enjoy a relaxing bath (available for ages 4 and up). The hot spring water in the large public bath is an alkaline simple onsen is gentle on the skin, so it is safe for children. Please come and spend a luxurious time so you can soothe your daily fatigue.

Breakfast can be enjoyed at the Japanese restaurant "Miyuki" or the Western restaurant "Il Teatro." The Japanese breakfast in particular offers a selection of healthy dishes made with fresh local ingredients, and children's breakfasts are also available. After breakfast, we recommend refreshing yourself with a stroll through the garden. Why not spend a special moment at Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, which the whole family can enjoy?

Located along a quiet side street, this ryokan is just a 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the subway, a 3-minute walk from Kaminarimon, and just 30 seconds from the bustling Nakamise shopping street, making it a great location for sightseeing in Asakusa. You can leave your luggage with us before check-in and after check-out, so you can go sightseeing empty-handed. This is great for families with lots of luggage. All rooms are Japanese-style and have a tatami floor, creating a relaxing atmosphere. Some rooms also have a spacious adjoining room, so you can use the separate space when your children are asleep.

This inn offers a wide range of children's items for free rental. Bedwetting sheets, garbage bags for disposable diapers, a booster toilet seat, a yukata and geta sandals for children, and an extra pot for milk - if you have all these items, you can reduce the amount of luggage you need. Numbers are limited, so if there is anything you absolutely need, be sure to contact them in advance. Also, Nishimatsuya, a children's goods store with a wide selection of baby products, is just a 3-minute walk away, so you can feel at ease even if you are traveling for the first time with a baby ♪

On the first floor, there is a large bathtub where you can stretch out your legs. The spacious bathtub allows you to relax and enjoy a bath with just your family. In addition to shampoo, conditioner, lotion and milky lotion for adults, there is also a baby bath and baby foam soap, so you can bring your baby with you.

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OMO3 Asakusa opened in July 2023. It is a 4-minute walk from Asakusa Station, and is located very close to the famous tourist spot Sensoji Temple, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the chic atmosphere of Asakusa. During the day, you can enjoy souvenirs and gourmet food at Nakamise Shopping Street, which continues from Kaminarimon, and at night, you can relax while looking out at the illuminated Sensoji Temple and Tokyo Skytree from the windows of the hotel's public space, OMO Base.

For families, we recommend the spacious "Deluxe Fourth Room." It can accommodate up to four people, and the beds are low and have tatami mats, so even small children can stay here safely. Diaper bins and booster toilet seats are available for rental, so you can rest assured even while your child is potty training. Children up to 6 years old can also sleep in the same bed as you, which is a great deal. Beyond the window is the townscape of Asakusa, full of Edo atmosphere. Even if your child falls asleep or is fussy, you can quickly return to the hotel and continue sightseeing from your room.

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The building also has the OMO Food & Drink Station, which is self-service and available 24 hours a day. It also has alcohol and snacks, so couples can enjoy some quality time together after the kids go to bed. The next morning, you can buy breakfast and relax in your room. It can be used at any time to suit the kids' schedule, so moms and dads can have a stress-free time. Another attractive feature is the local delicacies, such as bread from a popular long-established bakery, inari sushi, and dorayaki.

Located just a two-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the subway, Kaminarimon Kaminarimon Ryokan is right next to Kaminarimon and Nakamise. It's an excellent location for sightseeing in Asakusa. For families with children who have a hard time getting around, it's nice to be close to tourist attractions. The bustling daytime is fun, but the illuminated Skytree and Sensoji Temple at night are sights you can only see if you stay overnight. Kaminarimon, shrouded in tranquility, is also very impressive! Your children will be sure to let out cheers of joy.

The concept of the inn is "enjoying harmony." The building showcases the skills of Japanese craftsmen, and the warmth of the wood and the traditional beauty of the clay walls create a relaxing space. This "Kiku Karakusa" room is a calming Japanese-style room decorated with antique art pieces. When you open the window, you can see the typical Asakusa scenery with the Kaminarimon Gate nearby. Even in the Japanese-Western room, bed guards and baby cots are available for free rental, so you can rest assured. Up to two preschool children are allowed to sleep in the same bed as you.

Breakfast is an elegant kaiseki cuisine prepared by Itamae, who comes from a first-class restaurant. It is a meal that is gentle on the body and allows you to enjoy the taste of each season. They also cater to halal and vegetarian customers. In the front lounge on the same floor as the breakfast venue, calligraphy and old maps are placed, so why not look at old maps with your children before sightseeing in Asakusa?

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It's about a one-minute walk from Otsuka Station, where you can get a glimpse of the retro townscape. For families with lots of luggage, it's nice to stay at an inn close to the station. You can rest assured even on bad weather days. The hotel's public space, OMO Base, is open and airy with sunlight streaming in through the windows, making it as comfortable as a living room. There is also a photo spot inside the building, decorated with hanging straps and station signs, so you can almost hear the sound of the Toden tram bell going off. Kids who love trains will be thrilled!

The "Yagura Room" in the photo is very unique with its tower-shaped sleeping platform and Japanese elements. The room utilizes the vertical space and walls, and has a staircase, making it feel like a secret hideout. Take off your shoes and relax on the tatami mats or laze around on the sofa. Your children will have fun and won't get bored. It's also great that children up to 6 years old can sleep in the same room for free, up to the room's capacity.

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All rooms in the "Yagura Room" have separate bathrooms and toilets. The bathrooms are spacious and equipped with a washing area. The bathtub is large enough for you to fully immerse yourself in up to your shoulders, so you can soothe the fatigue of the day with your children. Children's room wear (free of charge) and children's toothbrushes are also provided, so you can keep your luggage compact♪

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For breakfast, head to OMO Cafe & Bar on the fourth floor. You can choose from the American Breakfast, which comes with five types of bread, thick-sliced bacon, and fluffy scrambled eggs, or the unique OMO Morning Risotto. The risotto comes in a lineup that both children and adults can enjoy, including cheese egg, tomato shrimp, salmon and salmon roe, pumpkin ricotta, prosciutto and pesto, and Fukagawa clams. You'll have a hard time deciding which one to choose!

Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is a long-established hotel with over 90 years of history, located just a three-minute walk from Meguro Station. Numerous pieces of art are on display inside the building, including the historically significant "Hundred Steps Staircase," beautiful ceiling paintings, and sculptures, making it feel like an art museum. Free shuttle buses are available from Meguro Station and Shinagawa Station, making it easily accessible and a great base for sightseeing.

All guest rooms are suites, and are characterized by their spaciousness. The Japanese-style rooms in particular have tatami flooring, creating a calming atmosphere, making them perfect for families with children. The rooms are over 80 square meters in size, and the bedroom and living room are separate, making them spacious enough for large groups. There is also a steam sauna and a jet bath, making bath time comfortable for families with children. In the executive lounge, you can enjoy afternoon tea, matcha green tea, and breakfast, so why not spend some luxurious time there?

All rooms are luxuriously equipped with steam saunas and jet baths. You can enjoy a relaxing bath with your children in the spacious bathroom. It's nice to be able to bathe your children whenever they feel like it in the bathroom of your room.

For breakfast, the restaurant in the hotel offers an attractive Japanese-Western fusion buffet. You can enjoy freshly made dishes, including a live station where the chef cooks right in front of you, egg dishes made with carefully selected ingredients, and charcoal-grilled fish. Start your day with a healthy dose of nutrition and get the whole family started off healthy and energetic.

Located about a six-minute walk from Ochanomizu Station, Ochanomizu Hotel Shoryukan prides itself on its warm hospitality. The rooms have a Japanese-modern atmosphere, and each one is named after a traditional color that matches the theme. The spacious Japanese-style rooms are perfect for babies who have started crawling or walking. There are also rooms with open-air baths made of cypress, allowing you to enjoy a luxurious soak in the water while gazing up at the night sky in the middle of the city. You can take a bath in your room when your baby is in a good mood♪

Although it is not onsen, there is a large bath where you can stretch your legs. You can relieve your fatigue, and children will also enjoy the big bath. Next to the large bath is a rest area. There are free massage chairs and a small library with manga books and encyclopedias, so it is the perfect place to cool down your body after a bath.

The jazz cafe "Olympus!" on the first floor is where meal in the morning. Breakfast here is free! You can enjoy an elegant breakfast while listening to jazz. Although it is free, it is quite filling, with rice, miso soup, seaweed, eggs, pickles, natto, coffee, and a small side dish that changes every day. The rice is freshly cooked using Koshihikari rice from Ibaraki, and you can have as many refills as you like. You can also have eggs cooked in your preferred way, such as fried eggs, scrambled eggs, and omelets. The menu is perfect for children as well♪

If you want to make the most of your bath time, we recommend Tokyo Yugawara Manyo no Yu. It's about a 10-15 minute walk from Minamimachida Granberry Park Station, and there is also a free shuttle bus from Minamimachida Granberry Park Station and Machida Station. There is an attractive large public bath where you can enjoy more than six types of baths, and the guest rooms include Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths, as well as a special room with a two-room indoor cypress bath. Once you get out of the bath, you can sprawl out on the tatami mats and relax♪

The water is natural hot onsen delivered daily from Yugawara onsen. You can enjoy this authentic hot spring in a variety of baths, including an open-air bath and a hydrogen bath. There are baby beds in the changing room of the large bath, and a shallow bath that is safe for children, but for families with children who are still in diapers, we recommend the three private baths. You can enjoy bath time just for the family without worrying about others. The large bath can be used at any time except during cleaning times, so it's a good idea for mom and dad to take turns bathing once the children are asleep.

For meal, feel free to choose what you want to eat at the meal, from Japanese cuisine and noodles made with seasonal ingredients to light meals and desserts. The Manyo Gozen is a standard signature menu item centered around tempura, soba, and sushi. Another recommended dish is the Oyakodon, which features fluffy soft-boiled eggs and juicy chicken. There is also a cute kids' plate for children, so it will be a satisfying meal for the whole family.

The inn has a "kids corner" like this one. You can just picture children playing there with shining eyes. There are also other things to enjoy with the family outside of bath time, such as a "game corner," a "reading area" with about 6,000 manga books, and a "rooftop footbath garden" where you can see Mt. Fuji on a clear day and enjoy the fantastic lighting at night.

Surrounded by the beautiful greenery and murmuring of Okutama, this inn is located about a 10-minute walk from Ishigamimae Station. It is also conveniently located as a base for sightseeing in Ome, Mitake, and Okutama. This Tama River view Japanese-style room has a calm atmosphere and offers a panoramic view of the Tama River from the guest room.

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The spring quality of Ome Ishigami onsen, which springs from Okutama, is alkaline simple sulfur onsen. It has a faint scent of eggs and is said to make your skin smooth and beautiful. Moms will enjoy it too♪ From the large windows, you can see the nature of Okutama right next to you, and stretch your legs while gazing at the clear waters of the Tama River to relieve your daily fatigue.

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Depending on the season, you can enjoy dishes lovingly prepared by experienced chefs. The background music is the sound of a babbling river. Enjoy gentle Japanese cuisine made with seasonal ingredients such as locally raised rainbow trout and locally grown vegetables. There are also children's meals available.

Tokyo has many great places to visit with your family. After enjoying sightseeing, why not stay at a hotel or ryokan with Japanese-style rooms? If you're staying with children, we recommend a Japanese-style room with tatami mats. It's also OK for babies who can crawl. Relax on the tatami mats with your family. If you stay at a hotel or ryokan that welcomes families and offers services for children, you can relax even in the city center. Plan your trip to Tokyo and make some fun memories.