Widely used throughout Japan, “babycal” is a stroller rental service operated by the JR East Group with one very simple mission: Make going out with children dramatically easier.

Whether you’re sightseeing all day, shopping for souvenirs, or simply heading out for lunch, the service gives travelers a flexible and surprisingly stress-free alternative to bringing their own stroller from overseas. For international visitors, the benefits are huge:
No need to check a bulky stroller at the airport

Easy online reservations before arriving in Japan

Convenient pickup locations at stations and tourist spots: Flexible rentals exactly when and where you need them.

And in spring 2026, Babycal teamed up with Tokyo Monorail and Japanese baby-products giant Combi to create something especially fun for families visiting Tokyo.

The newest addition to the lineup is modeled after the stylish Tokyo Monorail Series 10000 train, complete with the line’s signature blue-and-green gradient design.
The moment train-loving kids see it, they light up.
And parents may appreciate it even more.
Because children actually want to ride in it, the stroller becomes an unexpectedly powerful solution to one of the biggest family travel struggles: the dreaded “I don’t want to walk anymore!” meltdown halfway through the day. It turns transportation itself into part of the adventure.

This isn’t just a novelty stroller with a fun train design slapped on top. The base model is the highly regarded “Combi Sugocal α compact EggShock AW,” one of Japan’s most trusted premium strollers among parents. That means it’s packed with thoughtful Japanese engineering designed to keep babies comfortable throughout long sightseeing days.

EggShock Suspension Technology: The stroller features Combi’s famous “EggShock” cushioning material, engineered to absorb vibrations and impacts with remarkable effectiveness. Cobblestone streets, uneven sidewalks, and station bumps become far less jarring, helping babies stay comfortable and relaxed even during busy travel days.

Oversized Sun Canopy: The large canopy doesn’t just look stylish. It also provides serious protection from Tokyo’s intense summer sun, UV rays, and sudden gusts of wind. The blue-and-green design subtly reflects the scenery along the newly nicknamed “Tokyo Panorama Line,” giving the stroller a sleek transportation-inspired aesthetic.

Surprisingly Spacious Storage: Family travel usually means carrying diapers, snacks, spare clothes, shopping bags, and souvenirs all at once. Thankfully, the stroller’s large under-seat “Multi-Net Basket” gives parents plenty of storage space without turning the trip into a balancing act.

Lightweight and Easy to Fold: Despite its premium build, the stroller weighs just 5.2 kg. That means parents can quickly fold and carry it with one hand when dealing with station stairs, elevators, or boarding trains.

Stroller Usage Conditions
To ensure your child stays perfectly safe and cozy, please check the following requirements

These special Tokyo Monorail-themed strollers are currently available at several high-profile locations around Tokyo, including:
・Haneda Airport Terminal 1 Station (Location: Near the North Gate ticket machines / Hours: Open daily 8 AM - 9 PM / Price: 500 yen for the first hour, then 100 yen every 30 minutes; 12-hour maximum 1,500 yen)

・Haneda Airport Terminal 2 Station (Location: Inside the North Gate ticket area; train ticket or platform ticket required / Hours: Open daily 8 AM - 9 PM / Price: 500 yen for the first hour, then 100 yen every 30 minutes; 12-hour maximum 1,500 yen)

・The Railway Museum (Location: 1F Entrance Counter / Hours: Open daily 10 AM - 5 PM / Price: 200 yen for the first hour, then 100 yen every 30 minutes; 12-hour maximum 1,500 yen)

・TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY (Location: Area Information & Mobility counter / Hours: Open daily 10 AM - 8 PM; last rental 7:30 PM / Price: 500 yen for the first hour, then 100 yen every 30 minutes; 12-hour maximum 1,500 yen)
One of the biggest advantages is flexibility. You can easily rent one right after landing at the airport or while exploring one of Tokyo’s newest urban developments.
And pricing is surprisingly reasonable. Even renting the stroller for a full 12 hours costs just 1,500 yen at most locations, making it an easy upgrade for families planning long sightseeing days.

Worried about complicated paperwork or language barriers? Don’t be. The entire process is designed to work smoothly for international visitors using just a smartphone.

Step 1: Register Online (A few minutes on your phone)
Simply visit the Babycal website or download the app and create an account before your trip.

Step 2: Choose Your Location and Time
Select your preferred pickup station, choose your rental period, and confirm your reservation online.

Step 3: Scan QR Code and Go
At the rental station, scan your QR code at the terminal and the stroller unlocks automatically. No paperwork. No awkward counter conversations. No waiting in line. Then, to return, just place it back and lock it; payment processes automatically.

Once you have this comfortable Tokyo Monorail Stroller, you’re set to exploreTokyo's rich history and culture. Here are a few fantastic family-friendly spots located right near the rental hubs.

Located just minutes from Haneda Airport via the Tokyo Panorama Line or Keikyu Line, Anamori Inari Shrine has long been worshipped as a guardian against shipwrecks and floods. Today, it is best known as a shrine for air safety and safe travels, attracting aviation workers and travelers from around the world.

The shrine grounds are lined with striking vermilion torii gates reminiscent of Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine, with relatively flat paths that are stroller-friendly. Visitors can also experience the traditional custom of taking home sacred “Shofukusuna” (fortune sand), believed to bring good luck.

Following the full opening of Takanawa Gateway Station in March 2025, and the debut of “THE LINKPILLAR 2” and “MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives” on March 28, 2026, this futuristic district has quickly become one of Tokyo’s most talked-about new destinations.
A vast pedestrian deck blends sleek modern towers with historical design elements, creating an open and comfortable space for strolling. The area is fully barrier-free, making it especially easy to explore with a stroller.
Historically, this site once served as the Takanawa Okido Gate, the southern gateway to Edo along the historic Tokaido road connecting Kyoto and Tokyo. It is also where the remains of the “Takanawa Chikutei,” built for Japan’s first railway line in 1872, were excavated.
At the newly opened “MoN Takanawa,” visitors can experience Japanese “Narratives” spanning traditional history to modern pop culture through immersive digital technology.

Accessible from Haneda Airport via the Tokyo Panorama Line to Tokyo Station, followed by a JR rapid train or Shinkansen ride, this is one of Japan’s largest railway museums.
More than 40 real train cars are displayed inside, from historic steam locomotives and the original Shinkansen to modern high-speed rail models. Visitors can explore how Japan’s railway technology evolved and helped shape the country’s modernization through hands-on exhibits and real vehicles.
The museum’s spacious, flat layout also makes it especially comfortable for families with strollers, while offering plenty of opportunities for memorable photos throughout the day.

The "Tokyo Monorail Series 10000 Model" stroller rental launched in the spring of 2026 is far more than just a convenient set of wheels.
It is the tangible embodiment of heartfelt Japanese hospitality—OMOTENASHI—crafted by the JR East Group’s "HAPPY CHILD PROJECT," Tokyo Monorail, and Combi Co., Ltd., so that visiting families can explore Japan with a smile.

(Source/Main Image :Tokyo Monorail)