A famous landmark in Akasaka. The building is
popularly known as the "Big Hat," and as the name suggests, the building appears to be wearing a hat. Address：5-3-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 1 min. walk from Akasaka Station on the Subway Chiyoda Line.
Offers a full 360-degree panoramic view of the
city. This tower, a symbol of Tokyo, can be seen from afar, but the closer you
get, the more amazed you will be at how big the structure really is. Open：9:00-22:00
Closed：Open every day Address：4-2-8, Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 7 min. walk from Kamiya-cho Station on the Subway Hibiya Line, or a 7 min. walk from Onarimon Station on the Subway Mita Line.
This castle opened
in 1985 to commemorate the International Year of the Child. The programs in the music lobby on the fourth floor are highly recommended. Kids can enjoy playing real musical instruments, singing, and dancing. The symbol of the castle is an art piece by Taro Okamoto. The museum is located in central Tokyo, so transit access is very convenient. Open：9:00-22:00 Closed：Open every day Address：5-53-1, Jingu-mae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. A 10 min. walk from JR Shibuya Station or an 8 min. walk from Omotesando Station on the Subway Ginza Line, Chiyoda Line, and Hanzomon Line.
Located in Shibuya,
this is Tokyo's only children's hall. Kids can enjoy the maze and the molding/plastic-arts corner without adult assistance. Open：12:30-17:30 (weekdays), 10:00-17:30 (weekends and holidays) Closed：Mondays
Address：5-53-1, Jingu-mae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. A 10
min. walk from JR Shibuya Station or an 8 min. walk from Omotesando Station on the Subway Ginza Line, Chiyoda Line, and Hanzomon Line.
Tokyo Disneyland, which opened in 1983, attracts many repeat visitors with its variety of attractions and lavish parades. Tokyo Disney Sea, which opened in 2001, is a theme park focused on stories and legends about the sea.
At this experiential studio, a simulation shows visitors what it's like to be newscaster. The Hi-Vision theater, where images appear to the naked eye to be jumping right off the screen, is popular among adults and kids alike. Open：10:00-18:00 (Entrance until 17:30) Closed：the third Monday of each month, December 25-31 Address：2-2-1, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. A10 min. walk from JR Shibuya or Harajuku Station or Meiji Jingu-mae Station on the Subway Chiyoda Line.
The Fuji Television building, located in Odaiba, has a unique design; the silver globe in the center is a viewing platform. Tours are available to the general public and include program sets and photo exhibits. Open：10:00-20:00
Closed：Mondays Address：2-4-8, Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 3 min. walk from Daiba Station on the Yurikamome Line.
This network has moved to Tameike, one of Tokyo's redevelopment areas, and will begin broadcasting from Tameike in the fall. Address：1-6-1, Higashi Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 5 min. walk from JR Shinbashi Station.
A famous landmark in Akasaka. The building is popularly known as the "Big Hat," and as the name suggests, the building appears to be wearing a hat. Address：5-3-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 1 min. walk from Akasaka Station on the Subway Chiyoda Line.
An indoor theme park where you can meet the entire cast of Sanrio characters, who are popular with kids and adults alike. Open：10:00-17:00
(weekdays), 10:00-20:00 (weekends and holidays) Closed：Irregularly Address：1-31, Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo. A 5 min. walk from Tama Center Station on the Keio Line, Odakyu Line, and Tama Monorail Line.
Located in Odaiba, this is one of the country's largest indoor theme parks. It is packed with such attractions as a rapids simulator and a virtual aquarium. Open：10:00-23:00 (Entrance until 22:15) Closed：Irregularly Address：1-6-1, Daiba, DECKS Tokyo Beach 3F-5F, Minato-ku, Tokyo. A 2 min. walk from Odaiba Kaihin Koen Station on the Yurikamome Line.
This amusement park, which opened in 1853, has a long history of over 150 years. Its roller coaster, the oldest one currently in operation in Japan, was built in 1953 and is still running fine. This amusement park has a somewhat retro feel. Open：10:30-18:00 (operating hours may vary depending on the season) Closed：Tuesdays
Address：2-28-1, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo. A 5 min.
walk from Asakusa Station on the Subway Ginza Line and Subway Asakusa Line.
If you want to learn about dinosaurs, this is the place for you. Attractions include an intense 3-D theater. Open：10:00-17:00 (time changed depending on seasons) Closed：Irregularly, mainly Tuesdays and Wednesdays Address：2227 Kami Yamaguchi, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama Prefecture. Get off at Seibu Kyujyo-mae Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line.
An urban resort with a variety of facilities, including the Tokyo Dome, hotels, an amusement park, and hot springs. One of Tokyo's hot entertainment spots. Open：10:00-22:00 (time changed depending on seasons) Closed：Irregularly Address：1-3-61, Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. Get off at Korakuen Station on the Subway Marunouchi Line and Subway Nanboku Line, or get off at Suidobashi Station on the JR Sobu Line and Subway Mita Line.
