Traveling to Japan with children can be both exciting and challenging, especially when little ones get tired easily or frequently ask to be carried.
Fortunately, Japan offers various stroller rental services at tourist attractions, airports, shopping centers, and other convenient locations.
Babycal
Babycal is one of the popular stroller rental services in Japan. Depending on the location, the service may also offer wheelchair rentals.
Babycal is available at hundreds of locations across Japan, including airports, train stations, hotels, shopping centers, and tourist attractions. One example is Ueno-Okachimachi Subway Station, which introduced Babycal service in April 2023.
To use the service, users need to register through the official Babycal website and reserve a stroller based on the desired location and rental period. Payment is made online by credit card.
Rental fees are relatively affordable, starting at around ¥250–500 for the first hour, followed by approximately ¥100 for every additional 30 minutes. The maximum fee is around ¥1,500 for up to 12 hours.
Sakura Stroller
Sakura Stroller is a stroller rental service operating mainly in Tokyo and Osaka. For areas outside these cities, strollers can also be delivered directly to accommodations such as hotels, Airbnb properties, and guesthouses.
Reservations can be made online through the official website or via WhatsApp. Customer support is available in both Japanese and English, making the service convenient for international travelers.
MK Kyoto
MK Kyoto Travel Center offers stroller rentals for families and travelers exploring Kyoto without having to bring their own stroller.
The service is located near the Hachijō Exit of Kyoto Station, with both pickup and return taking place at the same location.
Unlike some other rental services, you can visit the counter directly without making a reservation in advance. Payment can be made in cash, with rental fees starting at around ¥1,000 per day.
Strollers can be rented for up to seven days, with the option to extend the rental period if needed.
StrollerTrip
StrollerTrip offers premium stroller rentals, including Combi models, with delivery directly to locations such as hotels, accommodations, and airports.
Simply choose your preferred stroller model on the official website, select the rental period, and provide your delivery address. The stroller can even be delivered to the airport if you are arriving by plane.
Rental prices start at around ¥7,700 for four days, depending on the stroller model. Additional daily fees apply if you extend the rental period.
After use, the stroller can be returned according to the provided instructions, usually at the original location or designated return counter.
Renting a Stroller at Japanese Airports
Several major airports in Japan, including Narita, Haneda, Kansai, Chubu Centrair, and Fukuoka, offer stroller rental services for parents traveling with babies or young children.
Strollers are generally available at information centers or rental counters in arrival terminals, including both international and domestic terminals.
To rent one, visitors may need to show their passport or flight ticket. Some airports also offer online reservations.
After use, the stroller is usually returned to the same location. Rental periods can range from a few hours to a full day, with typical fees of around ¥300–500 per hour or ¥1,000–1,500 per day.
Stroller rental services in Japan can make family travel more convenient and comfortable. With various rental options, reservation systems, and convenient pickup locations, parents can explore Japan more easily while keeping their children comfortable throughout the trip.
