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Yokohama Anpanman Children's Museum

横浜アンパンマンこどもミュージアム

Yokohama, Kanagawa · Kanto

The verdict

Best for: Toddlers (2–4), Children (5–11) · Anpanman fans

Plan for: about 3 hours — Fits a Yokohama family itinerary; a must for toddler Anpanman fans but not a full-day dedicated trip

Height limits: Aimed at ages ~1-5; no height-restricted rides, soft-play and character exhibits

Signature attractions

  • Anpanman-themed play floors and exhibits (paid 2F/3F museum)
  • character live stage shows
  • free-entry 1F shops and food court (Anpanman bakery)
Best for
Toddlers (2–4), Children (5–11)
Thrill level
★☆☆☆☆
Time needed
3h
Tickets
Timed, dated web reservation required for the paid museum floors; 1F mall/food is free to enter
Booking
Timed / reserve ahead (~3 days)
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / outdoor
indoor · rainy-day ok
Confidence
Well-corroborated

Getting there: ~35-45 min from central Tokyo to Yokohama then Minatomirai Line to Shin-Takashima (~3 min walk). Easy urban access.

Ticket strategy: Timed, dated web reservation required for the paid museum floors; 1F mall/food is free to enter

Express / priority access: N/A; entry is by reserved time slot

Crowds: Weekend slots sell out 3+ days ahead; no same-day tickets

Best time to go: Book a weekday slot in advance; ideal for toddlers/preschoolers

Peak periods to avoid: Weekends, school holidays

Summer heat: Fully indoor and climate-controlled—excellent for hot or rainy days

Food & dietary: Anpanman-themed food court and bakery on the free 1F level

Prams, access & sensory: Indoor, pram/stroller friendly, nursing and baby-care rooms; designed for very young children

Family facilities: Baby-care rooms, nursing areas, lockers, stroller parking

Nearby accommodation: Numerous Minato Mirai/Yokohama hotels within walking distance

Editor’s note: Reconfirm volatile details (prices, hours, height limits) on the official site before launch.