Traveling abroad with small children is exciting, but it can also bring concerns about managing luggage and spending time comfortably at your destination.
MIMARU is an apartment hotel where families from around the world can enjoy a stay that feels like living in Japan. In addition to spacious guest rooms with a kitchen and dining area in every room, we offer airport luggage delivery, kids’ spaces and temporary childcare services, helping parents relax during their stay.
Here, we introduce how MIMARU can help make your family trip to Japan more comfortable and memorable.
Hotel Features and Services That Make Family Stays in Japan More Comfortable
For family trips to Japan, choosing a hotel with services that help reduce stress for the whole family—such as airport luggage delivery, kids’ spaces, temporary childcare, and spacious rooms with kitchens—is the key to a comfortable and successful stay.
Enjoy Hands-Free Sightseeing with Luggage Delivery by MIMARU
By using Luggage Delivery by MIMARU, which delivers luggage directly between the airport and hotel, guests can start enjoying sightseeing in Japan immediately after arrival without carrying large suitcases.
Heavy luggage can be a major burden on a first trip to Japan or when traveling with children. MIMARU offers a paid service called Luggage Delivery by MIMARU (free MIMARU membership registration is required), which delivers luggage between the airport and hotel.
By arranging luggage delivery in advance and setting the delivery date for your check-in date or later, your arrival experience becomes much smoother, allowing you to start exploring Tokyo or Osaka right away.
Use the Kids’ Space and Temporary Childcare Services at ANO-NE Kids Club
During a family trip to Japan, you may want a little time to enjoy shopping without the children or enjoy a quiet meal as a couple. ANO-NE Kids Club, an indoor playground operated as a MIMARU-related facility, helps make those moments possible by offering a safe environment where children can be cared for.
Located in Tokyo’s Ginza/Yurakucho area and easily accessible from properties such as MIMARU Tokyo Ginza East, this facility features a fully equipped kids’ space and offers temporary childcare services for children aged 4 to 10 (reservation required, paid service).
Childcare and play specialists are stationed at the facility, allowing parents to go out with peace of mind. More than just a childcare facility, the space is thoughtfully designed to be fun and engaging for children, helping them enjoy a fun and memorable experience.
Spacious Guest Rooms with a Full Kitchen, Dining Area, and Laundry Facilities
Spacious guest rooms of approximately 40 square meters or larger include a kitchen and dining table and with access to on-site or in-room laundry facilities, guests can maintain a comfortable daily routine just like at home.
When traveling with small children, eating out for every meal can be challenging. Every MIMARU room is fully equipped with a kitchen, cookware, and tableware, allowing guests to prepare simple meals with Japanese ingredients from nearby supermarkets, warm baby food, and sterilize bottles with ease.
For laundry during long-term stays, guests can use the on-site coin laundry or an in-room washer. To provide a hygienic and comfortable environment for crawling infants and their families, some Japanese-Western-style rooms and other room types allow guests to remove their shoes and relax.
[Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto] Recommended APARTMENT HOTEL MIMARU Properties for Long-Term Stays
In the heart of Japan’s major cities—Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto—MIMARU offers a number of properties with excellent access to tourist attractions, making them ideal for family long-term stays.
| MIMARU Tokyo Station East |
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station | MIMARU Kyoto Station |
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| Nearest station | Hatchobori Station | Namba Station | JR Kyoto Station |
| Walking Distance | Approx. 3 min | Approx. 4 min | Approx. 2 min |
| Nearby Shopping Areas | Tokyo Station Area | Kuromon Market / Dotonbori | Shopping Areas Near Kyoto Station |
| Access to Other Cities | Convenient access throughout Japan | Kyoto / Nara | Osaka / Nara |
| Ideal For | Families using the Shinkansen for nationwide travel | Families seeking food experiences and Kansai sightseeing | Families looking for a convenient travel hub |
[Tokyo Area] MIMARU Tokyo Station East: Excellent Access to Airports and Tourist Attractions
Located just 2 to 4 minutes on foot from Hatchobori Station on the JR Keiyo Line and Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, this property is close to the Tokyo Station area and offers convenient access from both Narita and Haneda Airports, helping reduce the burden of travel for families with large luggage.
MIMARU Tokyo Station East offers an ideal location for a stay in Tokyo, with convenient access to airport limousine buses and taxis. Located along the JR Keiyo Line, the property provides direct access to Tokyo Disney Resort® and is especially popular with families whose luggage tends to increase with souvenirs. In the spacious guest rooms, guests can organize their luggage comfortably and plan the next day’s sightseeing or day trips while enjoying a relaxed stay in Tokyo.
[Osaka Area] MIMARU Osaka Namba Station: Enjoy Osaka’s Food and Entertainment Culture
Located a 4-minute walk from Namba Station, which offers direct access to Kansai International Airport, this property is within walking distance of Dotonbori and Kuromon Market, making it an ideal base for multi-night stays while experiencing Osaka’s lively atmosphere firsthand.
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station offers a location where guests can fully enjoy Osaka, a city famous for its kuidaore food culture, often translated as “eating until you drop”. Buying fresh ingredients at Kuromon Market and cooking together as a family in the spacious room’s kitchen is one of the unique advantages of staying at an apartment hotel. With convenient facilities such as an on-site coin laundry and excellent access to Kyoto and Nara, this property is highly popular as a base for long-term stays while exploring the Kansai region.
[Kyoto Area] MIMARU Kyoto Station: A Convenient Hub for Travel Across Japan
Located just a 2-minute walk from the Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station, this property offers outstanding access for traveling across Japan by Shinkansen and visiting Kyoto’s many sightseeing spots.
MIMARU Kyoto Station also offers convenient access from Kansai International Airport, making it a reassuring choice for first-time visitors to Japan. After exploring historic Kyoto, guests can relax comfortably with the whole family in spacious guest rooms. With plenty of space in the room, even multi-night stays remain comfortable and stress-free, even as your luggage increases during the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
We clearly answer common questions from guests planning a family stay in Japan, including topics such as cleaning services, accessibility, and the surrounding environment.
Q. How is room cleaning handled during long-term stays?
A. At MIMARU, towel replacement, trash collection, and vacuuming are performed daily. For multi-night stays, additional cleaning, including bed-making and cleaning of wet areas, excluding the kitchen, is provided every two days starting from the third night to help maintain a clean and comfortable environment. Special cleaning services are also available for an additional fee.
Q. Is the property accessible? Can I move around easily with a stroller?
A. MIMARU properties are designed with spacious layouts, allowing guests to move around smoothly with a stroller. Some room types, such as Accessible Rooms, include space for wheelchair turning and bathrooms designed for easier access. For barrier-free routes from the nearest station, please check the Universal Design Map on our official website. For further details, please contact each hotel directly.
Q. Can I buy daily necessities and food near the hotel?
A. Yes. Most MIMARU properties are conveniently located in central areas near major stations and are surrounded by supermarkets, convenience stores, and drugstores. Guests can enjoy a convenient and comfortable stay that feels like living in Japan.
Q. When traveling with small children, how do room rates and bed-sharing arrangements work?
A. At MIMARU, children aged 6 and under can stay free when sharing existing bedding with their parents at no additional charge. In addition to the room’s standard occupancy, up to 2 children may share beds with parents (up to 4 children in some room types, such as Connecting Rooms). Baby cribs are also available free of charge upon request request (limited quantity, reservation required), allowing families traveling with babies to stay comfortably and with peace of mind.