Japan has been named the ‘Best Destination for Immersing in Culture’
Japan has been named the ‘Best Destination for Immersing in Culture’ and ‘2025 Holidays with Kids Reader’s Choice Best Family Resorts Awards’, and it’s easy to see why families are flocking there. From teamLab’s new Universe of Water Particles: Kyoto Biovortex to Pokémon-themed stays at MIMARU and blockbuster attractions like the Nintendo Museum, Japan blends culture and play like nowhere else.
“Cultural tourism in Japan goes beyond traditional museums and castles, with a raft of cutting-edge experiences and attractions which brings Japan’s history and contemporary culture to life in fresh and unique ways which appeal to families,” said Naoki Kitazawa, Executive Director, Sydney Office, Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO). “We invite travelling families to explore Japan with childlike curiosity and to add an array of cultural experiences to their Japanese itinerary.”
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Movie fans of a different genre should add the Warner Bros Studio Tour – Making of Harry Potter to their Tokyo itinerary to try their hand at broomstick flying, enjoy a Quidditch filming experience, see Japan-exclusive sets and relive the magic of Harry’s adventures.
No Japanese family itinerary would be complete without adding an immersive digital art experience from teamLab, and with teamLab Borderless and teamLab Planets in Tokyo, teamLab Botanical Garden in Osaka, teamLab Forest Fukuoka, which is ideal for young children with its animal and athletics themes, and the brand new teamLab Biovortex in Kyoto – the biggest in Japan to choose from, including at least one is a must…but the kids will no doubt want to see more.
Traditional Theme Parks – with a Japanese twist
Home to Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, Universal Studios, Fuji Q Highland and more, Japan has plenty to offer for fans of thrills, spills and character-filled moments.
Step Back in Time
In Edo Wonderland in Nikko, families can reimagine the characters and culture of Japan’s storied Edo Period (1603-1867) with traditional performances, an historic village, a costume rental shop, a Ninja House and a labyrinth-like ninja maze. Plus, there are comic shows and an action-packed Ninja Karasu Goten performance.
Out-of-the-ordinary Accommodation
Try one of Japan’s themed hotels such as Apartment Hotel Mimaru’s Pokémon themed rooms which are a huge hit with the little ones and available at 10 locations across Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. After all, who wouldn’t like to discover a stuffed Snorlax on their bed and free Pokémon gift on arrival?
Japan’s strength in family-friendly stays was further highlighted in the 2025 Holidays with Kids Best Family Resorts Awards, where several properties – including favourites such as Hoshino Resorts Tomamu and the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel – were recognised among the top family resorts in Japan.
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