Akihabara Nakano Manga and Gaming Tour Experience

5.0 (2 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
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Duration4h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Explore Akihabara, Tokyo's electric town, where gamers and anime fans unite. Discover iconic spots like Radio Kaikan and Super Potato, while your guide shares the evolution of otaku culture. Get hands-on with a Mario Kart arcade race and learn crane-game tricks before testing your luck at Gachapon Kaikan with over 500 capsule machines. Afterward, head to Nakano for a manga drawing workshop where you'll create your own character illustration using authentic tools and expert guidance. Perfect for anime, manga, and gaming enthusiasts, this half-day tour offers a blend of cultural exploration and creativity.

- Dive into Akihabara’s vibrant otaku culture with a knowledgeable guide.
- Enjoy a Mario Kart arcade race and learn crane-game tricks.
- Participate in a manga workshop in Nakano using professional tools.
- Create a unique manga-style character illustration to take home.

What's included

  • 1 Mario Kart play & 1 gachapon turn (under ¥500) , Manga drawing class (pro instructor, all tools included)
  • Meals/drinks, extra games, or capsule spins beyond those included

What to expect

  1. Akihabara
    1h 30m
    Start in Akihabara, Tokyo’s electric town for gamers and anime fans. Your guide takes you through legendary spots like Radio Kaikan, Super Potato, Hobby Heaven, and TAITO Station, explaining the history of otaku culture from vintage Famicom to modern fandom. Try one Mario Kart arcade race and learn real crane-game tricks before testing your luck at Gachapon Kaikan with 500+ capsule machines.
  2. 2h
    transfer to Nakano, another pop-culture hub, for a professional manga drawing workshop. Using authentic tools—G-pens, screentones, and ink—you’ll create your own manga-style character illustration with expert guidance. The instructor explains Japanese design methods and proportions, helping you bring your ideas to life.
    Perfect for anime, manga, and gaming lovers, this half-day combines Akihabara discovery with hands-on creativity—a unique souvenir you draw yourself.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Exit the Electric Town Gate at JR Akihabara Station and turn right. Once you leave the building, the meeting point will be on your right-hand side. This is the exit on the TAMASHII NATIONS STORE TOKYO side. If you see someone holding a smartphone displaying “AlvaJapan,” that’s your guide.

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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