School-age children enjoy spotting koi, cheap kid meals and simple science displays, but there is no playground, few hands-on exhibits and some galleries ask visitors to keep voices low.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: This allows time for the main gate, garden, pond picnic and a museum visit at a relaxed pace for young children.
Akamon (Red Gate) Photo Op:
Start at the 1827 red gate, a symbol of the former Maeda estate.
Tip: Visit early to avoid crowds and snap clear photos before kids get tired.
Koishikawa Botanical Garden:
Walk wide, flat paths to spot koi ponds, turtles and labeled trees.
Tip: Bring a small picnic and let kids feed koi near the pond.
Sanshiro Pond Picnic:
Have a snack on benches by the calm campus pond with koi.
Tip: Pack bento boxes and sit under cherry blossoms in spring.
Komaba Museum Natural Science Wing:
Explore fossils and photos in a child-friendly gallery space.
Tip: Pick up the free children’s leaflet at the entrance for fun facts.
Central Cafeteria Lunch:
Choose Japanese set meals or curry in child-size portions.
Tip: Use Suica/Pasmo for quick payment and find stroller parking near entry.
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Item | Cost (Approx.) |
---|---|
Garden admission (2 adults + 2 children) | JPY 1,300 |
Family meal at cafeteria | JPY 2,000 |
Snacks & drinks | JPY 800 |
Total Estimated | JPY 4,100 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Visit in late October to early November for golden ginkgo along Hongo campus avenues. In late March, see cherry blossoms near Koishikawa Botanical Garden.
Address: 7-chōme-3-1 Hongō, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-8654, Japan
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Chung H
Very beautiful campus filled with Neo-Gothic buildings. Although the gothic style is very different from those of the ancient universities of Europe, it still gives the university an old and classy look.
Marc Dominguez
Probably the best university in Japan. We toured inside the campus and it was amazing! We went through different buildings and small parks or rest areas inside campus. There is a lot of greenery and good landscaping inside the premises. They also have a wonderful and huge campus Cafeteria which serves very good Japanese and international food, and so cheap! The campus Co-Op shop has almost everyth...
Manpreet Singh
The Hongo Campus of the University of Tokyo is the university’s main and most historic campus, situated in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. Established in 1877, it is one of Japan’s leading academic institutions and a hub for cutting-edge research and education. The campus is renowned for its rich history, picturesque scenery, and state-of-the-art facilities, combining traditional architecture with modern infr...
Wahyu Hidayat
One of the best universities in the world, they have very unique historical buildings. The cool environment makes students feel at home doing their assignments here. They have very complete and international standard facilities. I see that one of the requirements for taking a master's or PhD is to have a certificate of being able to speak Japanese. Commensurate with the quality provided.
designerdas
This is my university, I spend 4 years here. One of the best university in the world. The beauty of campus is amazing, therefore in fall; lots of people visit the campus. Best place to shoot autumn vibe photos for social media. Moreover you can feel the vibes from my posted photos. Both Adult and kids will enjoy the place.
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