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Every guide tagged families, for a trip to Japan.

A child running along a path lined with blossom trees in Japan

Trip planning Updated 18 August 2026

Japan with Children: Why It Is Easier Than It Looks

One of the most straightforward countries in the world to travel with children, for reasons that have very little to do with the theme parks.

A weathered, rust coloured robot soldier statue from Castle in the Sky standing on the rooftop garden of the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo, seen from below against a clear blue sky and framed by pine trees

Attractions, temples & culture Updated 16 August 2026

Ghibli Museum and Ghibli Park: Two Places You Cannot Just Turn Up To

The Studio Ghibli museum in Mitaka and the newer Ghibli Park near Nagoya both sell timed tickets in advance only, nothing at the door, so here is how the two differ and how to actually get in.

Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland decorated with celebratory banners under a bright sky, Japan

Attractions, temples & culture Updated 16 August 2026

Tokyo Disney Resort: Two Very Different Parks on One Ticket

Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are two very different parks on one ticket. How to choose between them, how the ticketing and paid queue skipping system works, and how to plan a day that will not wreck you.