Nasu Travel Virtual Tours Simple travel guide to things to do, eat, and see in Nasu, Japan

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If you want to see your child’s best smile, come to Nasu.

Enjoy Nasu sightseeing with children

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There are many places in Nasu Plateau where you can enjoy time with children. We introduce spots where both children and adults have fun and the whole family feels happy. Kaori selects and explains them in an easy way.
▼ 27 Nasu spots to enjoy with children

Recommended spots for families with children

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1. First hike on Mt. Chausu, a mountain visited by the Imperial family Nasu Ropeway

Take the ropeway to Mt. Chausu and enjoy the fresh air. At the top, you can try an easy first mountain hike with your child. Walk together only as far as your child’s strength allows.

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2. Rich natural marshland where a short hike feels like an adventure Numappara Marshland

The mountain path to Numappara Marshland feels like a big adventure for children. They will happily walk the ups and downs of the trail. Many children get excited watching small creatures in the water.

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3. Meet many animals and feel excited like in a zoo Nasu Animal Kingdom

You can meet many kinds of animals. Riding the tractor or the dog-and-cat bus feels like a big adventure for children. The park is very spacious, so it is easy to visit with a stroller.

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4. Free admission to a compact and easy-to-visit farm Minamigaoka Farm

This farm is popular because admission is free and you can stop by easily. You can get close to the animals. With small children, you may need to leave suddenly, so the free admission makes it easy to come and go.

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5. Wide and open park, recommended pool in summer Nasunogahara Park

This very large park is in western Nasu. In summer, families can enjoy a big swimming pool. There are also many lawns where children can run and play.

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6. Horai Senbonmatsu Farm where children want to play all day Horai Senbonmatsu Farm

This huge farm in western Nasu has free admission. There are many fun attractions for children, so families usually stay for a long time.

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7. Nasu Kogen Seiryu no Sato for exciting fishing experiences Nasu Kogen Seiryu no Sato

Children get very excited to catch live fish by themselves. At the pond, they can try fishing safely and easily. Staff grill the fish over charcoal on the spot, so you can eat it together right away.

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8. Nasu Safari Park where children enjoy animals from the bus Nasu Safari Park

Children enjoy a safari bus adventure with a very different view from a normal zoo. You can feed animals from the bus, and the close distance may feel a little scary.

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9. Nasu Rindo Lake View, a classic theme park for families Rindo Lake Family Farm

This popular theme park offers many things to enjoy with children. You can meet animals and watch character shows such as Kamen Rider.

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10. Ristorante La Vita e Bella, a special restaurant suitable for babies La Vita e Bella

This restaurant is also used for wedding receptions and has good facilities for guests with babies. The family buffet held during New Year, Golden Week, and summer vacation is very popular.

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11. Cafe Lormo, a popular restaurant with stone oven pizza Cafe Lormo

You can watch pizzas baking in a stone oven, which interests children. The tasty pizza and pasta satisfy the whole family. In summer you can also see fireworks from Nasu Rindo Lake View across the street.

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12. Candle House Chouchou, fun handmade candle workshops Candle House Chouchou

We recommend handmade candle workshops that you can enjoy with small children. Making candles together helps adults feel like children again. Lighting the finished candle later is also a joy.

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13. Nasu Swimming Dome, a town indoor heated pool with a rich feel Nasu Swimming Dome

How about swimming practice with your child in Nasu? This indoor heated pool is open all year. As a town facility, the fee is reasonable, and there is also a slide that children enjoy.

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14. Nakagawa Aquatic Park, a popular aquarium with many activities Nakagawa Aquatic Park

This popular aquarium has an underwater tunnel with fish from the Amazon. In summer, after the aquarium, you can stroll around the large lawn park. There is also a free water play area and a fishing pond where you can catch crayfish, so families can spend the whole day here.

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15. Shirasagitei, a stylish cafe suitable for families Shirasagitei

This stylish cafe has sofa seats, so families with children can relax. The neighboring Cheese Garden Nasu Main Store is famous for its cheesecake and is always busy. You can also enjoy delicious sweets at this cafe.

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16. Forum Nasushiobara, enjoy movies your child wants to see Forum Nasushiobara

Children often want to watch movies like Doraemon, Pokemon, Yo-kai Watch, or Crayon Shin-chan. During your Nasu trip, you can visit this cinema with your child. It is a nice chance for adults to enjoy animated films again.

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17. Shinrin no Bokujou Nasu, meet cows in a forest farm Shinrin no Bokujou Nasu

This is a rare farm where cows graze inside the forest. Nasu has many woods, and this farm makes good use of that natural environment. Admission is free, and you can meet the cows up close.

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18. Nasu Insect World, many small children love insects Nasu Insect World

Small children love the many curious-shaped insects here. Nasu Insect World is a great place to visit with them. In the main tourist season, there are events like a rock-paper-scissors game with a stag-beetle hero that both adults and children enjoy.

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19. Otome Falls, a powerful waterfall with a mermaid legend Otome Falls

If you carefully carry your child down the steep stairs to the valley bottom, you will see a large waterfall. A legend says a mermaid once washed her hair here. The powerful water may make even lively children stand still for a moment.

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20. Mizuho-gura, tasty country food that is gentle for children Mizuho-gura

The simple country dishes are mild and easy to share with children. Many people like the gentle flavors. The tatami rooms in the old farmhouse building are also very family friendly.

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21. Nasu Classic Car Museum with cars you can actually ride Nasu Classic Car Museum

Many famous classic cars are displayed in a large garage. Some classic cars are even available to sit in. Children also get very excited to sit in a real fire engine.

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22. Udon Artisan Okamoto, children often love udon Udon Artisan Okamoto

For some reason, many children love udon noodles. The udon at Okamoto is especially good. Children may become very focused when they taste these noodles.

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23. Nasu Garden Outlet, a shopping mall with a water play pond Nasu Garden Outlet

Nasu Garden Outlet is known for popular brands at reasonable prices. Between shopping, you and your child can enjoy water play in the pond area. This helps children who get bored with shopping alone.

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24. Nasu Teddy Bear Museum, from big bears to small bears Nasu Teddy Bear Museum

This museum displays many kinds of teddy bears. The long-running “My Neighbor Totoro plush toy exhibition” on the second floor is also a must-see. Both adults and children can enjoy it together.

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25. Bagel que-veau, delicious bagels Bagel que-veau

Unlike normal bread, bagels here mainly use flour and water and no butter, milk, or eggs, so they are considered a healthier type of bread. Many children like the simple taste and chewy texture.

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26. Farm Restaurant, wholesome mixed grain rice Farm Restaurant

This Steiner-style restaurant feels like a scene from a picture book. The mixed grain rice is gentle on the body and easy to share with children. Next door is a kindergarten based on Steiner education, and goats live in the garden. After your meal, you can also enjoy meeting the goats.

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27. Nasu Highland Park with many rides for young children Nasu Highland Park

There are many rides that children under three can use with a guardian, so even toddlers can have fun. As your child grows, they can try more rides with age or height limits. Visiting again and again lets you feel your child’s growth.

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