Japanese Local Family Cultural Exchange and Home Experience

Tokyo, Japan
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Authentic Family-to-Family Connection: Match with host families who have children of similar ages to make real local friends instead of just touring.

Home-Cooked Culinary Bonding: Step inside a real Japanese home to cook, dine, and share casual everyday moments together as welcomed guests.

Tailored Kid-Friendly Exploring: Discover hidden neighborhood spots, parks, and local gems customized specifically to your children's interests and ages.

Outdoor Play & Cultural Exchange: Let kids make international friends naturally through origami, tag, and games during a relaxing picnic at Yoyogi Park.

Tranquil Temple Cultural Retreat: Immerse your entire family in traditional kimono strolls, tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and yoga at a private temple near Osaka.

What's included

  • Event participation fee (Plan4 Kimono Experience, Tea Ceremony, Calligraphy, and Yoga at a Temple)
  • Explore your preferred spots & activities with locals (Plan2 Customized Private Tour)
  • meal (Plan1 Cook and Eat in a Japanese Family's Home)
  • Event participation fee (Plan3 Picnic with Local Families at Yoyogi Park)
  • Transportation costs to the location
  • admission fees, and food/drinks (Plan2 Customized Private Tour)

What to expect

Connect with local families via Global Family to Family GFTF Over 700 families offer authentic cultural experiences beyond ordinary sightseeing.

Plan 1: Cook and Eat in a Japanese Family's Home
For families with children. Visit a local home, prepare a home-cooked meal together, and enjoy relaxing moments.
Business insurance included.
Meeting point: To be agreed upon.

Plan 2: Customized Private Tour with a Local Family
For families with children. Explore parks and local spots with a local family based on your pre-trip chat.
Business insurance included.
Meeting point: To be agreed upon.

Plan 3: Picnic with Local Families at Yoyogi Park
For families with children. Enjoy a picnic! Kids play tag and origami while parents chat about daily Japanese life.
For families with kids aged 0–15.

Plan 4: Kimono Experience, Tea Ceremony, Calligraphy, and Yoga at a Temple
Enjoy kimono, tea ceremony, calligraphy, and yoga at a temple near Osaka while connecting with local families.
Custom-made for your family.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plans 1 & 2 :
The meeting location will be decided in consultation with the customer.

Plan3:
Yoyogi-Koen Station 1-7-1 Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Plan4:
Fudoin Temple: 12-35 Nishiyama, Kobayashi, Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture

End point

Plans 1 & 2 :
The meeting location will be decided in consultation with the customer.

Plan3:
Yoyogi-Koen Station 1-7-1 Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Plan4:
Fudoin Temple: 12-35 Nishiyama, Kobayashi, Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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10,000.00 JPY per person
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
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