Japanese food is famous for its fresh, seasonal ingredients and beautiful presentation, and Tokyo has no shortage of places that make eating out with kids easy. Sushi can be made with vegetables as well as fish, so it’s a great option even for fussier eaters, and plenty of restaurants also serve familiar Western dishes alongside traditional Japanese fare. You don’t have to master chopsticks either — though it might be fun to give it a go as a family!
Here’s our pick of the best places to eat with kids in Tokyo, from playful cafés with soft-play areas to relaxed restaurants with buggy space and highchairs.
In this article:
- Baby King Kitchen
- Daylight Kitchen
- Bills Odaiba
- Pizzeria-Trattoria Napule
- Suju Dining Rokkaku
- Dear Kids Café
- Sun2Diner
- Rosalie
#1. Baby King Kitchen
Situated near Koenji Station, Baby King Kitchen is a kid-friendly spot with whitewashed walls and leather sofas. The food isn’t fancy, but many dishes are child-themed (inspired by Studio Ghibli characters) and the portions are generous. The children’s lunch plate, for example, comes with a hamburger, battered king prawn, fried egg, rice, salad, a small sausage and a dessert.
To help keep things comfortable for families, the restaurant also has:
- a baby changing station
- an indoor swing and slide
- a library of children’s books
#2. Daylight Kitchen
Serving delicious organic food, Daylight Kitchen is one of Tokyo’s most child-friendly restaurants. Just a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, it has a lovely terraced seating area and plenty of space at the tables for a buggy. There’s a dedicated kids’ menu and baby food is available too.
Photo: Daylight Kitchen
#3. Bills Odaiba, Tokyo
Enjoy stunning views over Tokyo Bay in a relaxed setting at Bills Odaiba, a restaurant from Australian chef Bill Granger. The kids’ menu mixes familiar favourites with new tastes and textures — think Wagyu burgers, parmesan-crusted schnitzel with garlic mash, and spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and ricotta.
#4. Pizzeria-Trattoria Napule
Pizzeria-Trattoria Napule is well known in Tokyo for its authentic Neapolitan pizza, so it’s a popular choice for families. It’s worth arriving early for lunch, and booking ahead if you’re planning to visit for dinner. The pretty plant-filled terrace is a lovely spot to sit, and you might even catch a guitarist playing gentle tunes while you eat.
#5. Suju Dining Rokkaku
Located in Tokyo Midtown, Suju Dining Rokkaku has huge windows facing the park — try to grab a seat near them if you can. The restaurant serves tasty, healthy traditional Japanese meals in generous portions, with plenty of space for a pram or buggy and highchairs available.
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#6. Dear Kids Café
The huge play area makes Dear Kids Café a firm favourite with parents of small children. The menu keeps things simple with kid-approved dishes like pasta, pizza, omelettes, chips and chicken. It’s a non-smoking venue and also offers:
- a nappy-changing area
- kids’ toilets
- baby chairs
- a nursing area
Photo: Dear Kids Cafe
#7. Sun2Diner
A relaxed American-style diner, Sun2Diner is buggy-friendly with a non-smoking area and plenty of BBQ favourites. Expect jerk chicken, tasty burgers and mac and cheese, plus tempting desserts like walnut brownies and Hawaiian pancakes.
#8. Rosalie
Rosalie is a charming Parisian-style café just a 2-minute walk from Daikanyama Station. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, it offers a healthy kids’ menu alongside Japanese dishes, pasta, curries and salads — plus a lovely decked outdoor terrace for sunny days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tokyo restaurants cater for kids who don’t like fish or sushi?
Yes. Many family-friendly restaurants in Tokyo, including several on this list, serve familiar Western dishes such as pasta, burgers, pizza and chicken alongside Japanese options, so there’s something for fussier eaters too.
Do I need to book ahead at family restaurants in Tokyo?
It’s a good idea, especially for dinner at popular spots. Booking ahead — or arriving early for lunch — helps avoid a wait with tired or hungry children.
Are highchairs and buggy space generally available?
Many of the restaurants above offer highchairs, nappy-changing facilities and enough space to bring a pram or buggy inside, but it’s worth checking directly with the restaurant before you visit, as this can vary.
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Before You Go
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