National Museum of Nature and Science

A manageable art museum beside the zoo, useful when one parent wants culture and the kids only have an hour of patience.

You can rent a paddle boat, see a zoo and choose from several museums without ever really leaving the park.

Apartment style rooms with kitchens and real dining tables make this much easier when everyone is tired of eating out.

The kitchen and dining setup makes breakfast and early bedtime logistics much easier than in a standard room.

The samurai armor and swords are the easiest entry point for kids, and the huge grounds mean you can keep the visit flexible.

A family-friendly apartment hotel near Ueno with room to spread out and easy access to trains, parks, and museums.