No worries even if you have children! Leisure spots in Nikko and Kinugawa for parents and children!
Speaking of Nikko and Kinugawa, there are many places to enjoy hot springs, sightseeing spots, and theme parks. Since these are tourist spots rich in nature, there may be times when the roads are not paved or there is no space for changing diapers. Make sure you have all the necessary information about the destination in advance.
We will introduce spots where you can fully enjoy yourself with children in peace.
<Recommended leisure spots for parents and children in Nikko and Kinugawa
1Edo Wonderland (Edo-mura, Nikko) with a wide range of experiences for children
Edo Wonderland (Edo-mura in Nikko), where children's experiences are plentiful
Edo Wonderland (Nikko Edomura) is a well-known leisure spot.
Although there are no ride attractions like those in amusement parks, there are many spots where you can spend an active time. Staff/staff members are all dressed in kimonos and speak the language of the Edo period. It is truly like a trip to the Edo period.
At "Toki-Ku," located just outside the entrance, there are many "Edojin" costumes available, and you can choose the character costume you want to be using a tablet. Both adults and children can transform themselves into Edo people here.
There is a full lineup of costumes for children, and boys can transform into ninja, samurai, lord, and the Shinsengumi as soon as they change into the costume they want. Girls can also enjoy the experience of being a princess, samurai girl, or town girl, as if they were in a period drama, which is something everyone would like to try.
Most of the roads in the Property are paved, making it easy for strollers to get around. Even if there is a bridge, a detour path is provided so that visitors can safely take their strollers around the entire Property.
Even preschoolers can enjoy the experience of painting Daruma dolls.
There are several spots where you and your child can play together.
Adults will be fascinated by the "Shuriken Dojo," where they can throw shurikens and feel like a ninja, and the "Yaba," where they can become a master archer. Even preschoolers can enjoy painting Daruma dolls. Parents and children can work together on the coloring and expressions.
The maze with many tricks is a great challenge for parents and children. On weekends and during the summer vacation, the Edo-style job experience (for ages 5-12) is available for a limited number of 20 people per day. Parents sometimes come as soon as the museum opens to make reservations for popular occupations (ninja, okabiki, and swordsmanship).
In the center of the Property, there is a pond with many carp swimming in it; when you feed them, which is sold for 100 yen, they gather all at once and open their big mouths to crunch and eat, making them very popular among children.
During the summer vacation, the museum also offers hands-on experiences such as indigo dyeing and knob crafting, and many people visit with their children to do free research during the summer vacation.
Nursing space is also available.
For those with infants, a nursing room and diaper-changing beds are available. The Property is also equipped with a rest area, so visitors can take a break at any time. The tables are equipped with table guards for children's safety.
Please note that there is a gravel road in front of the nursing room.
A large parking lot is available, so we recommend that you drive or take the Tobu Bus from Kinugawa hot spring.
- Edo Wonderland Nikko Edo Village
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470-2 Karakura, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
Approx. 15 min. on the bus for Nikko Edomura from Kinugawa hot spring station of Tobu Railway.
Summer (March 20-November 30) 9:00-17:00
Winter (December 1 - March 19) 9:30 - 16:00
Wednesdays (open on national holidays)
1 day: Adults 5,800 yen, children 3,000 yen
Afternoon discount after 14:00 (after 13:00 in winter): Adults 5,000 yen, children 2,600 yen
0288-77-1777
Charged
For details on admission fees, please check the official website.
2Tobu World Square, equipped with a kids' space
Tobu World Square is a famous spot in the Kinugawa Onsen area where world-famous architecture and world heritage sites are all gathered together. You can enjoy a little round-the-world trip with your children.
The photo shows the Sphinx in the Egyptian zone. If your child is tall enough, he or she can see it up close and personal, and will be able to make many discoveries.
All of the Property is barrier-free, so strollers are safe. Strollers can be rented free of charge for convenience.
Children are excited to see the train at their feet
This photo shows the Tobu Train Station in the Japan Zone. The train in the background is moving. Children are glued to the realistic diorama and the actual running trains at the same time. 2017 saw the opening of Tobu World Square Station, and this diorama is now even more exciting.
Well-equipped kids' space
There is a building called "Kids Space Yukari" in the Property. In addition to a ball pool and slide, there are toilets for kids, a "Miruku Kitchen" with a microwave oven and an electronic kettle for making milk, and a nursing room, so even small children can spend time there safely.
- Tobu World Square
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209-1 Ohara, Kinugawa Onsen, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
From Kinugawa Onsen Station on the Tobu Railway line, take the bus bound for Nikko Edomura. 5 minutes from the Tobu World Square stop.
Summer (March 20-November 30) 9:00-17:00
Winter (December 1 - March 19) 9:30 - 16:00
January 20 (Mon) - 26 (Sun), 2025
Adults 2,800 yen, children 1,400 yen
0288-77-1055
Charged
3Nikko Athletic Park with "Chibikko Hiroba
Nikko Athletic Park is a 25-minute walk or 6-minute drive from Nikko Station.
Free Parking is available, making it convenient for cars. There is a baseball field, tennis courts, and a golf course, but the "Chibikko Hiroba" is a popular spot for families with children.
Lots of playground equipment to keep children occupied.
The "Chibikko Hiroba" is a 5-minute walk from the Parking.
A large long roller slide and net climbing. A tunnel in the shape of a dragon's egg and a tunnel of clay pipes make this a plaza where children can run around and play enthusiastically one after the other. There are public restrooms nearby, but please note that there is no space for changing diapers.
Picnic on a sunny day
There is also a covered rest area on the way to the chibiko plaza along a path lined with pine trees.
On a sunny day, it is a pleasant place to eat lunch or take a break.
Since it is a free spot, it is recommended for those with children.
There is a management office right next to the parking lot, and a café is also located there, so you can take a break.
- Nikko Sports Park
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2832-2 Tokorono, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu Railway
0288-54-1585
Free of charge
4"Kinugawa Line Rafting" that children can also enjoy
Kinugawa Line Rafting" can be enjoyed by both small children and adults. The boarding area is a 5-minute walk from Kinugawa Onsen Station. The Kinugawa Line Rafting is a popular spot, where you can enjoy a boat ride down the Kinugawa River while admiring the large rocks and interestingly shaped boulders, and feel the power of the river up close.
You can feel the power of nature while splashing in the river.
The boats are also equipped with vinyl to protect you from the water, and all passengers can enjoy a sense of togetherness by covering themselves with the vinyl to protect themselves from the spray as the boatman calls out to them.
Taking in the scenery from the middle of the river
The boat's rocking and splashing, the changing scenery, and the realistic feeling of being on the river make for many memorable photo opportunities. It is recommended to use a waterproof cover for your smartphone or camera. Kinugawa is very famous for its autumn foliage, so the view from the river during this season is exceptional.
Please check in advance as weather and strong winds may cause the river to rise or fall, making it impossible to board the boat.
- Kinugawa Line Rafting
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1414 Ohara, Kinugawa Hot Spring, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
5 min. walk from Tobu Railway Kinugawa hot spring station
Mid-April to late November 9:00 - 15:45 (open every day during the period)
Late November - early April
Adults (junior high school students and older): 3,200 yen, children (4 years and older): 2,200 yen, infants (1-3 years): 700 yen
0288-77-0531
Pay admission (pick-up and drop-off service is available on return)
MAP
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