Tokyo: Tour around 10 charms to know Akihabara!

Tokyo, Japan
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Manga, anime, cosplay, kawaii, and electronics...
This tour is an easy way to fully enjoy the deep charms of Akihabara, the leading of pop culture!

This tour focuses on the 10 elements that make up Akihabara.
You will visit and see each store and learn how to enjoy each genre.
Our knowledgeable Akihabara guide will make you an Akihabara connoisseur!

Whether you are a fan of Japanese pop culture, visiting Akihabara for the first time,, or want to experience Akihabara and Japanese pop culture with your family, let's enjoy the charms of Akihabara together!

What's included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Shopping cost (it depends on the guest and store)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 10m
    First, at the meeting place, the guide will explain the transition of Akihabara from the postwar period to the present.
    Let's go around with the guide to see the 10 elements that have come to make up modern Akihabara!
  2. 23m
    This is one of the typical general anime stores.
    We will especially visit the magazines on the first floor and the comics and light novels section on the third floor.
  3. 18m
    This is a store specializing in figurines. You will be surprised at the number of figures and the wide range of genres.
  4. 20m
    Gachapon was first introduced in 1970 for children, but now it is popular among adults as well. You can spend a whole day looking at a wide variety of Gachapon products, each with its own special flavor.
  5. 20m
    Next, we will go to a store called “Retro Game Heaven.
    You can buy games that were popular in Japan in the past, such as NES and Game Boy.
  6. 20m
    Cosplay is an essential part of introducing Akihabara!
    This store has not only costumes, but also wigs, contacts, footwear, weapons and even makeup supplies to help you become your favorite anime and game characters!
  7. 30m
    Next, we take you to the world of games!
    This is one of the largest game centers around Akihabara.
    Enjoy crane games and retro arcade games.
  8. 8m
    Finally, we invite you to the deepest area of Akihabara.
    This building, which retains the atmosphere of the electric town that has developed since the postwar period, is a maze of old stores selling small parts of electronic devices and new stores that have entered the area, making it a jumbled and mysterious place!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of Midori-no-Madoguchi ( JR Ticket Office ) at JR Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit

End point

The tour end at the exit of Radio Center

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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