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Asakusa Hanayashiki

浅草花やしき

Asakusa · near Asakusa Station (Ginza / Asakusa / Tobu lines)

Japan's oldest amusement park, founded in 1853, a 5-minute walk from Senso-ji temple. It's a compact, retro park home to Japan's oldest surviving roller coaster (a gentle 1953 steel coaster) plus merry-go-rounds, a small Ferris wheel and quirky vintage attractions. Nostalgic and small-child-friendly.

Why children love it: Cute retro rides scaled for younger children; the historic coaster is exciting but not extreme; easy to combine with an Asakusa sightseeing day.

Honest drawbacks: Small and old-fashioned — thrill-seeking teens may find it tame; admission and ride/freepass fees are separate; tightly packed.

Best for
Toddlers (2–4), Primary (5–11), Teens (12–17)
Time to allow
3h
Price
Admission: adults ¥1,600, children (5-elementary) & seniors 65+ ¥800, under 5 free. Rides charged separately or via freepass (~¥2,500 adult / ¥2,200 child). Confirm current fees.
Booking
Usually walk-in
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / weather
outdoor
Confidence
Well-corroborated

Getting there: Area: Asakusa, Taito.

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