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Roppongi Hills
★4.2(39,808 reviews)Activity
🕑 3-5 hours👶 Best for ages 2-12. Toddlers enjoy the dedicated play zones with soft equipment, while school-age children love the observation deck views, seasonal events, and interactive art installations throughout the complex.🧡 Saved by 150+ families
About
Roppongi Hills is a massive modern complex in central Tokyo that combines upscale shopping with surprisingly family-friendly amenities, including dedicated children's play areas, observation decks with stunning city views, and diverse dining options. This multi-level destination offers indoor entertainment perfect for rainy days, plus outdoor spaces where kids can run around between cultural attractions and seasonal events.
Highlights
- ✓Tokyo City View observation deck on the 52nd floor with panoramic city views kids love
- ✓TV Asahi plaza with character statues and occasional character meet-and-greets
- ✓Dedicated children's play areas with age-appropriate climbing structures and activities
- ✓Seasonal outdoor events in the arena including festivals, performances, and holiday celebrations
- ✓Wide variety of family restaurants with kids' menus and English picture menus available
Pro Tips
- 1.Visit on weekday mornings to avoid crowds, especially at the play areas and popular restaurants. Weekends get extremely busy with both tourists and local families.
- 2.The complex is huge and can be overwhelming. Download a map beforehand or grab one at the information desk near the main entrance where English-speaking staff are usually available.
- 3.Bring a lightweight stroller as there is extensive walking, but note that escalators are common. Elevators are available but sometimes require searching.
- 4.Many restaurants offer special kids' menus and child-sized portions. Look for picture menus which make ordering easier for non-Japanese speakers.
- 5.The Mori Art Museum on the 53rd floor allows stroller access and has family-friendly exhibitions, plus the Tokyo City View observation deck is a hit with kids of all ages.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (10am-12pm) are ideal for families, offering manageable crowds and a relaxed atmosphere. Avoid weekends, public holidays, and late afternoons when the after-work shopping crowd arrives.
What to Know
Most shops and restaurants accept credit cards, but bring cash for smaller vendors and vending machines. English signage is available throughout, and nursing rooms with baby-changing facilities are located on multiple floors.
Seasonal Notes
Winter illuminations (November through February) create a magical atmosphere perfect for families. Summer brings outdoor water features and festivals in the arena. Cherry blossom season (late March to early April) offers beautiful views from the observation deck.
Nearby Eats
The complex itself houses over 200 restaurants including family-friendly chains like Gonpachi (the restaurant that inspired Kill Bill's setting, but very kid-friendly during daytime) and numerous casual eateries in the food court with high chairs and kids' meals. Kiddy Land toy store also has a small cafe perfect for snack breaks.
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