Don't let the cooler weather fool you - there is still a ton of fun things to do out and about with the children you're watching. Whether they're super into dinosaurs, love a street festival or are budding cultural connoisseurs, Tokyo has plenty of options to help keep them entertained, engaged and even educated! Check out some of our suggestions below. 

 

 

 

This is a super engaging, energetic alternative to traditional circuses that incorporates amazing human feats with cutting edge technology.

 

What better way to enjoy an opera performance than for free, with a tasty bento?

 

The six-week-long Rugby World Cup kicks off with a match between Japan and Russia. No tickets? No problem! There are plenty of fun venues to watch from afar.

 

This festival began when Tokyo was still known as Edo, so you know it'll be a good one!

 

Even though the neighborhood is well-known for its more modern attractions, this festival is worth checking out between lunch and shopping breaks.

 

 

 

Enjoy the delicious food and lively dancing of Mexico at this festival in Odaiba, now celebrating its 20th year.

 

Free admission days are wonderful ways to introduce children to art and culture. The National Museum of Western Art features pieces from medieval Europe to Van Gogh.

 

Okunitama Chestnut Festival

Chestnuts are of course in abundant supply, but this festival also features hand-decorated paper lanterns and all the traditional festival celebrations.

 

 

A two-part festival, the Fukuro Masturi features all the staples: mikoshi, dancing, taiko and plenty of food.

 

Hanabi aren't just for summertime! This 8,000 firework display takes place behind a beautiful red dam.

 

Enjoy this outdoor Noh performance with Tokyo Tower as your backdrop!

 

More fall fireworks to enjoy, this time with the Tama River as the stage.

 

See how Japanese artists were influenced by and expanded on the modern artists of their times, as well as some truly innovative works of art.

 

 

A cat-costume-only Halloween-esque parade to kick off the spooky season!

 

Learn all about dinosaur research and specific specimens, including one from Hokkaido, at this exhibit ending soon!