1...Tell me some amazing places in Japan that are fun for both kids and adults you've visited? Any cultural things when traveling with young children?
2.. (only tell if you're from japan) I like japan country a lot which can lead some parents to name their kids with japanese name. So what to consider when choosing a Japanese name for a baby without a Japanese background to avoid unintended meanings or awkwardness?
Not sure about special kids places in Japan.
However, we loved Japan, it is one of our favorite countries. It is very clean, tidy and efficient. The people are extremely helpful and friendly. No one dresses like slobs like you see too much in the USA.
We loved several places.
North of Tokyo is Nikko, it still has cedar trees that were planted 500 years ago. It is a very historic place.
Kamakura has a giant Buddha that is a bit south of Tokyo.
Tokyo itself is nice.
Kyoto, Nara, Himeji Castle, Osaka are not to be missed, especially Kyoto.
Just to mention, if you type Japan into the search bar, there has been an extensive Japan thread running on the beyond Europe section. I can't remember if it talked about your second question, but there were several trip reviews on it that may help with your first.
Unless you have been to Japan already, everything will be cultural to you. Having been to other parts of Asia before, Japan was still a cultural difference for me. And for the better too.
cameron, here is the thread that Lisa was talking about. It has loads of information: https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/beyond-europe/japan-5af6c49f-5393-499f-b2aa-6cf6b4392ecb
I recommend teamLab Borderless in Tokyo as a fun activity for both children and adults. We bought our tickets online about 3 months before our visit to Tokyo.
