Tokyo German Village
A Family Day at Tokyo German Village: So Much to See, One Day Isn’t Enough!
Located just about an hour to an hour and a half from central Tokyo via the Aqua-Line, Tokyo German Village is a sprawling theme park filled with nature, play areas, and hands-on experiences. To give you an idea of the scale, it’s 19 times the size of Tokyo Dome—yes, you read that right! There’s so much to see and do that one day really isn’t enough.
Getting There & Admission Info
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Access: About 1–1.5 hours from Tokyo by car
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Admission Fee:
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Adults: ¥1,000
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Children: ¥500
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Parking: ¥1,000 (during August–September; varies by season)
Because the park is so vast, it’s difficult to explore it all on foot. We used our car to drive from one area to another, which is common and actually encouraged here.
First Stop: The Country Area
We started our day in the Country Area, which features a large open plaza and playground equipment. This area is free to use, making it perfect for families with young kids.
Unfortunately, just as we began to play, it started to rain! We had to take a break and move on to something indoors—but thankfully, the park has plenty of indoor activities too.
Crafting in the Market Area
We headed over to the Market Area, where there are several hands-on craft workshops. This time, we tried making custom key holders using animal-shaped leather pieces. You can decorate them and stamp letters using metal molds.
My daughter chose a dolphin-shaped piece and proudly added her name to it. She was really pleased with the result—it made a lovely souvenir.
Lunchtime
By then, it was time for lunch. While I don’t remember the exact price, I think it was just over ¥1,000 per meal. There were several options, and we were able to find something satisfying for both kids and adults.
The Park Area: Soap Bubbles and Mini Attractions
After lunch, the rain cleared up, and we moved on to the Park Area. One of the highlights was a soap bubble bicycle—when you pedal, bubbles come out behind you! It was so whimsical and fun.
This area also features:
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Mini bikes
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Kid-sized roller coasters
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Archery
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Buzz car gun
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Unique bicycles, including one that jumps forward as you ride
There’s also a large grass sledding slope, which was surprisingly uncrowded. We had plenty of space to enjoy ourselves.
Wrapping Up with a Ferris Wheel Ride
We finished our day with a ride on the Ferris wheel around 4:30 p.m., just before the park’s closing time. From the top, we could enjoy a wide view of the park and the surrounding greenery—a peaceful ending to a busy day.
Final Thoughts
Although we managed to visit most of the attractions in the Park Area, we barely scratched the surface of the Lake Area and Country Area. The park is far too big to explore fully in a single visit, so I’d recommend deciding which areas you want to focus on in advance.
There are also other great spots nearby like Mother Farm and Kodomo no Kuni Kids Dam, so staying overnight at a local hotel might be a great option for families.
Tokyo German Village is a fantastic destination for a fun, nature-filled family outing—not too far from Tokyo, but a world away in atmosphere.
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