@gerald-park

I grew up in Eastern Hokkaido, but I never appreciated this region as much as I do now that I have an energetic toddler🫶🏼

The playgrounds here are incredibly spacious. (Unlike the crowded parks in big cities❌)

What I love most is that so many of these places use wooden toys made with local timber 🪵🧡 I hope your kids love them as much as mine does!

🏠Looking for a family-friendly accommodation?

Comment HOME & I’ll send you the link to our Airbnb. You can easily drive to all these playgrounds within 1 hour.

⬇️ Save this list for your family Japan trip!

After my Ichiran and Meiomi post, a couple of friends reached out asking where they should actually eat ramen in Tokyo.

So I made this list and saved a google map.

These aren’t necessarily the 20 “best” ramen shops in Tokyo (whatever that means). They’re 20 bowls I’ve personally eaten, really enjoyed and would confidently send someone to, especially people new to the city/style.

I wanted a mix of styles, neighborhoods and experiences across the city. Some are tiny destination shops.