Japan Family Trip Recommendation: ANO-NE Kids Club Ginza Indoor Playground – A Secret Base for Kids
Have you fully planned your family trip to Japan?
There are so many attractions you want to visit and plenty of restaurants you'd like to try, but it's not easy to meet everyone's needs, especially when you have young children who need extra care. That's where ANO-NE Kids Club comes in as the perfect solution—kids can enjoy their own little adventures here while parents explore Tokyo at their own pace.
It's safe, fun, and definitely the best way to make your Japan trip even more perfect!
Japan has a wide variety of kid-friendly attractions suitable for family outings, from robot restaurants to various themed cafés. But not every spot can cater to all age groups at the same time.
Japan trips often last several days or even weeks. Long itineraries can easily tire children out and make them restless. They'd rather play with friends their own age than follow their parents around like “little warriors.” For parents, a hearty sashimi dinner followed by a Kabuki performance might be an ideal family itinerary, but for kids, they may not appreciate the taste of sashimi, and sitting quietly through a long traditional performance is a challenge. During a trip to Tokyo, children and adults often want different experiences.
That's why ANO-NE provides a safe indoor play area in the city center for children aged 4 to 10, letting them have a blast while adults explore Tokyo freely at their own pace!
In this spacious 150-square-meter area, there is a four-level structure, a tunnel built specially for kids, a cave-like secret base filled with soft cushions, and a net-like play structure that seems to float in the air. ANO-NE is truly a dream indoor playground for children!
Little adventurers will always discover new surprises here: secret corners perfect for hide-and-seek, or new routes that crisscross the entire play space. But ANO-NE's charm doesn't stop there—it's designed to accommodate all kinds of “play,” allowing kids to explore freely and unleash their imagination.
The first floor has toy trains and dollhouses, a kids' kitchen, mini tents, and even a doodle table.
Up one level is a cozy lounge area where children can stretch out and relax on soft carpets and cushions (the banana-shaped cushions are said to be the most popular). The bookshelves are well-stocked, offering not only Japanese books but also a variety of English reading materials.
Through large floor-to-ceiling windows, plenty of natural light pours in, and you can see the railway tracks across the street. If your child is a “train fan,” they'll be fascinated by the JR trains whizzing by outside, and might even catch a glimpse of the Shinkansen!
Best of all, ANO-NE also gives children the chance to play with other kids!
This play space welcomes not only Japanese families but also visitors from around the world, making it a unique cultural exchange spot. Children can play with kids from different countries, pick up a few new Japanese words, and even make new friends from the other side of the world.
The name “ANO-NE (あのね)” comes from a phrase Japanese children often use to start a conversation with their parents (like “Listen to me” in Chinese). When you come to pick up your child, you'll immediately understand why it's called that—they'll excitedly shout, “Listen, back there…” eager to share the adventures they just had!
ANO-NE Kids Club (あのねキッズクラブ)
Address: 4F, Koko Building, 1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006
Business hours: Weekdays 14:00–22:00｜Holidays 10:00–22:00
Fee: Starting from 3,500 yen per hour for foreign tourists (actual price may vary; please check the reservation page for the latest rates)
Visitors to Japan often say, “20,000 to 30,000 steps a day is the norm.” After walking through poetic temple gardens and getting lost in complicated train stations, your legs will be exhausted. Even the best-planned family trip can't easily fit shrines, museums, cafés, historical sites, and other must-visit places without wearing out the youngest members of the family. After all, little legs can't keep up with adults for long, especially during Japan's cold snowy season or hot and humid summer afternoons.
When fatigue builds up and novelty fades, children may get bored or throw tantrums—no amount of “appreciate the beauty of Japan” will help. That's when you can take them to ANO-NE, let your little travel companions recharge, play freely indoors, and enjoy their own special time at their own pace!
Leave your kids at ANO-NE to play while you start your own itinerary…!
▎ Sushi dinner & Yurakucho izakaya bar-hopping
From upscale restaurants in Ginza to the lively izakaya packed with salarymen in Yurakucho, Tokyo's best food and drinking culture awaits just a few minutes' walk from ANO-NE!
Kids who are used to their home country's food may not be ready for exotic dishes, so they might find Japanese “adult cuisine” unappealing; high-end restaurants may not be suitable for young children either. If you want a romantic dinner for two, savoring luxurious fresh sushi or sipping a Japanese cocktail, drop the kids off at ANO-NE after their dinner, and enjoy the adult nightlife in Tokyo to the fullest!
▎ Tokyo shopping trip from Ginza and beyond
ANO-NE is located in Ginza, one of Tokyo's most popular upscale shopping districts. It's packed with high-end department stores, luxury brands, top-notch stationery shops, and many more surprises. It's also adjacent to several convenient train stations, making it easy to reach other shopping hotspots like Shibuya, Shinjuku, and even Akihabara, the heart of otaku culture, in just a few minutes by train. For parents who want to shop without hearing “Are we done yet?” every five minutes, ANO-NE is the perfect solution!
▎ Ginza Kabuki theater performances at night
Nothing immerses you in Japanese culture like Kabuki. This most refined and captivating traditional art form is performed at the Kabuki-za Theater, just a short walk from ANO-NE. With over a century of history, the Ginza Kabuki-za Theater continues to attract locals and travelers from around the world with its spectacular performances.
If the kids can't sit still through this cultural feast, let them enjoy a fun-filled evening at ANO-NE while parents immerse themselves in the theater atmosphere, maybe even enjoy a fine cocktail after the show to end the night perfectly. When the kids grow up, they'll naturally appreciate this wonderful experience.
Make the most of ANO-NE… so every family member can fully enjoy their trip. During a family vacation, it's certainly great to find activities everyone wants to do together, but it's also perfectly fine if each person has different plans!
A traveler who came for the Tokyo Marathon once told ANO-NE staff a few days before the race, “If only I had known about this place earlier, I could have had more time to practice, the kids could play with other kids, and my wife could have more time to herself…”
Maybe your family is the same: you want to go to Ueno to pick out golf clubs, someone else wants to experience a hot spring, and the kids just want to climb, draw, or play all day. Sometimes letting everyone do their own thing is the smartest choice, because in the evening you can all come back together and enjoy quality family time!
▎ Q. How do I use ANO-NE Kids Club's service?
① Book online for your child. (While same-day reservations are accepted, advance booking is recommended.)
② Arrive at ANO-NE on the reserved date and time, take the elevator to the 4th floor reception, and hand your child over to the staff.
③ Return to pick up your child at the selected time, and get ready to hear all about their adventure!
▎ Q. Where is ANO-NE located?
ANO-NE is in central Tokyo, just about a 20-minute drive from many popular tourist spots. Three nearby stations—Yurakucho, Ginza, and Hibiya—are a 5- to 6-minute walk away, making it easy to fit into your itinerary.
▎ Q. Who takes care of the children? Is it safe?
ANO-NE always has at least three experienced childcare staff on site, many of whom hold professional certifications. Staff supervise at all times to ensure children are safe and having fun—parents can rest easy.
ANO-NE is designed for children aged 4 to 10, so you can trust your kids here while you enjoy your own plans. The facilities are varied and exciting, and kids often have even more fun without their parents around!
▎ Q. Do I need to make a reservation?
Yes, ANO-NE operates on a reservation system. The online booking process is simple and supports English. Free cancellation is available up to one day before.
▎ Q. Do children need to speak Japanese to use ANO-NE?
No, children can play happily without relying on language. Although Japanese staff can assist with basic English to ensure safety, most of the time kids explore freely or invent their own games. Children are great at non-verbal interaction, so they can have a blast no matter what language they speak!
At ANO-NE Kids Club in central Tokyo, children can enjoy their own entertainment—making friends, climbing, reading, or just relaxing. Meanwhile, parents gain more freedom to explore, shop, dine, or unwind at their own pace. And that's exactly ANO-NE's mission: “Their playtime is your vacation time!”
A successful family trip to Japan doesn't require being together every minute. On the contrary, a few hours apart can give everyone more stories to share, making your Tokyo memories even more special!
Table of Contents:
1. Secret to a successful Japan family trip: Let everyone enjoy Japan in their own way
2. ANO-NE Kids Club: A Tokyo indoor playground that evokes childhood memories
3. Make the most of ANO-NE… when kids get tired of the Tokyo itinerary, it's the perfect time to recharge
4. Make the most of ANO-NE… so parents can enjoy adult-only activities with peace of mind
5. Make the most of ANO-NE… so every family member can fully enjoy their Japan trip
6. ANO-NE Q&A
7. Make the most of ANO-NE… to make your Japan family trip even more enjoyable
