These are the same tools and sites we use when planning our own family adventures. The downloadables were made by us (and tested by Luca & Nico!). The tourism links come from official Japanese city guides we trust to give the most up-to-date, local insights for families.

We’ve also brought together the guides and resources we believe are most important for families preparing to visit Japan. Whether you’re crafting an itinerary, looking for local tips, or just starting your planning journey, this is the one page we recommend exploring before you go.

Essential Guides for Family Travel in Japan

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Trusted Travel Info from Our Friends in Japan – These are not sponsors, just tourism boards and local experts we genuinely rely on when planning our own family trips. Their official guides are full of helpful maps, seasonal updates, and practical tips that go way beyond what we can cover. If you want the most current info straight from the source, these are the folks to visit.

Fukuoka City Official Tourist Guide logo featuring bold black text on a bright yellow background for a clean, modern look.

Official Fukuoka Tourism Website

This bright and bold site matches the vibe of Fukuoka itself… friendly, walkable, and full of tasty street food. We used this guide to plan our city walks, ferry adventures, and to discover a few hidden family favorites along the way.

Dive! Hiroshima tourism logo with playful, modern icons including a blue cross, yellow spotlight beam, and green triangle, alongside Japanese and English text.


Official Hiroshima Tourism Website


We started our Hiroshima journey here, and we’re glad we did. The site is modern, visual, and packed with useful info for visiting the Peace Park, islands, and cultural spots, especially when traveling with kids.

Visit Kagoshima City logo featuring a stylized black map of Kagoshima Prefecture with a golden highlight and white silhouette, next to black text reading "Kagoshima City Tourism Guide".

Official Kagoshima Tourism Website

Kagoshima surprised us, in the best way. Volcano views, streetcars, and sweet potatoes! This official site gave us everything from ferry schedules to family-friendly sightseeing ideas for a city that truly deserves a spot on your itinerary.

Kobe Tourism Bureau logo featuring a red, hourglass-shaped lattice design with intersecting colored lines and minimalist text beneath.

Official Kobe Tourism Website

Kobe is known for great food and harbor views, but it’s also home to fun museums and easy day trips. The official tourism bureau’s site is a great place to start if you want to balance elegance with family-friendly adventure.

Kumamoto City Tourism logo with bold black and red typography and the tagline "Official Guide" underneath.

Official Kumamoto Tourism Website

We love Kumamoto for its castle, gardens, and playful local spirit. This guide made our trip smoother by highlighting free attractions, local eats, and ways to explore the city at a family pace.

Kyoto tourism logo with elegant black calligraphy for "Kyoto" and the phrase "This place will enrich your life" in light gray beneath.

Official Kyoto Tourism Website

Kyoto can feel overwhelming with all its temples and traditions, but this site breaks it down beautifully. It helped us build a kid-friendly route through history, without missing the magic of its quieter corners.

Visit Okinawa Japan logo with a modern design, featuring a teal and orange abstract swirl next to bold black text.

Official Miyakojima Tourism Website

Island life, friendly people, and vibrant culture, Miyakojima (Okinawa) is one of our favorite family escapes. This guide gives clear, updated info on beaches, cultural sites, and seasonal events that helped shape our most relaxing days in Japan.

Circular blue logo for Discover Nagasaki, featuring a stylized white sailing ship on waves with red and white text.

Official Nagasaki Tourism Website

Nagasaki’s mix of history, color, and creativity won our hearts, and this site is where our journey began. From festivals to ferry routes, it’s packed with helpful insights that made planning easy and meaningful.

Osaka tourism logo in orange, stylized with a central castle icon and radiating lines, with the tagline "Downtown of Japan" below.

Official Osaka Tourism Website

Food, fun, and nonstop energy, that’s Osaka. This site helped us find hidden parks, local events, and the best spots for families visiting Universal Studios or just wandering Dotonbori. A must-bookmark for any Osaka trip.

Tokyo tourism logo in bold black font, representing the official travel brand of Japan's capital city.

Official Tokyo Tourism Website

Tokyo is massive, but their site makes it manageable. From maps to neighborhood guides and seasonal updates, this is the resource we turn to when planning family-friendly adventures in the world’s most exciting city.

Logo of the Yokohama Official Visitors' Guide, featuring bold blue "Yokohama" text and smaller black Japanese and English characters below.

Official Yokohama Tourism Website

This city blends seaside charm with science museums, ramen alleys, and harbor views, perfect for curious kids and relaxed family days. Their official guide is full of local tips, festival schedules, and family-friendly highlights we’ve used ourselves.

LuNi Printables & Downloadables

Adventure Tools from Our Family to Yours – Every adventure starts with a little curiosity, and a lot of snacks. These printable guides, activity sheets, and mission cards are the same ones we use on our own family trips across Japan. Whether you’re planning your first visit or want to turn sightseeing into a game, we’ve got tools to help make it fun, easy, and memorable for everyone (even the little ones with short attention spans).

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