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Museum

Fujiko・F・Fujio Museum

This museum celebrates Fujiko·F·Fujio, creator of Doraemon, displaying his original works, workspace, and interactive exhibits for manga fans.

Kawasaki · Kanagawa

Amusement Park

PokéPark KANTO

The first permanent outdoor Pokémon facility features over 600 Pokémon across two zones: a forest trail and a town setting where visitors can discover creatures in their habitats.

Tokyo

Amusement Park

Sylvanian Village Grinpa

Nestled at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Sylvanian Village offers attractions including Sky Cycling and an immersive life-size Milk Rabbit family home.

Susono · Shizuoka

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Museum

Fujiko・F・Fujio Museum

This museum celebrates Fujiko·F·Fujio, creator of Doraemon, displaying his original works, workspace, and interactive exhibits for manga fans.

Kawasaki · Kanagawa

Amusement Park

PokéPark KANTO

The first permanent outdoor Pokémon facility features over 600 Pokémon across two zones: a forest trail and a town setting where visitors can discover creatures in their habitats.

Tokyo

Amusement Park

Sylvanian Village Grinpa

Nestled at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Sylvanian Village offers attractions including Sky Cycling and an immersive life-size Milk Rabbit family home.

Susono · Shizuoka

Interactive Experience

KAWAII MONSTER LAND – HARAJUKU

KAWAII MONSTER LAND is a 60-minute immersive experience beneath Takeshita Street featuring themed zones, performances, and interactive installations.

Tokyo

Food & Drink

Sylvanian Forest Kitchen

A Sylvanian Families-themed restaurant in Saitama hosts celebrations with character appearances and special entertainment throughout the day.

Koshigaya · Saitama

Museum

Yamanashi Strawberry King Museum

A museum in Sanrio founder Tsuji Shintaro's hometown dedicated to the history and legacy of the beloved character brand.

Kai · Yamanashi

Amusement Park

Sanrio Puroland

Sanrio Puroland celebrates Sanrio characters across themed zones, offering rides, live performances, parades, and character meet-and-greets throughout the indoor amusement park.

Tama · Tokyo

Amusement Park

Sylvanian Park in Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido

Ibaraki theme park dedicated to Sylvanian Families with life-sized replicas of homes, a treehouse, museum exhibits and interactive attractions.

Inashiki · Ibaraki

Food & Drink

Future Train Kyoto Diner & Cafe

Future Train on Kyoto's Umekoji viaduct is Japan's first restaurant on a disused railway, featuring a repurposed Limited Express Thunderbird train car.

Kyoto

Amusement Park

Sylvanian Park in Harvest Hill

This Sylvanian Families-themed park within Osaka's Harvest Hill recreates the idyllic Sylvanian Village through life-sized houses, character encounters, and interactive activities.

Sakai · Osaka