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Akihabara Game Culture Tour and Princess Café Experience
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$115.43
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
・Iconic Landmark (15m): Start at Akihabara's 1962 symbol. Explore vintage tech and witness the shift to a global subculture hub.
・Retro Gaming (20m): Travel back to the golden age. Don't just watch—play! Challenge yourself on rare vintage consoles.
・Hobby Complex (20m): Visit a collector’s paradise. Your guide navigates the massive inventory to help find your specific treasure.
・Ultimate Arcade (20m): Dive into the energy! Master "UFO Catchers," then hop in the driver's seat to race in Mario Kart.
・Capsule Toys (15m): Spin the handle at a wall of machines. Take home a quirky, high-quality miniature souvenir.
・Fairytale Castle Cafe (60m): End in a fantasy castle. "Princesses" treat you like royalty as you enjoy cute, decorated meals.
[Note] Includes Mario Kart, Capsule Toy, & Cafe Set! (Groups of 2+ get Afternoon Tea).
・Retro Gaming (20m): Travel back to the golden age. Don't just watch—play! Challenge yourself on rare vintage consoles.
・Hobby Complex (20m): Visit a collector’s paradise. Your guide navigates the massive inventory to help find your specific treasure.
・Ultimate Arcade (20m): Dive into the energy! Master "UFO Catchers," then hop in the driver's seat to race in Mario Kart.
・Capsule Toys (15m): Spin the handle at a wall of machines. Take home a quirky, high-quality miniature souvenir.
・Fairytale Castle Cafe (60m): End in a fantasy castle. "Princesses" treat you like royalty as you enjoy cute, decorated meals.
[Note] Includes Mario Kart, Capsule Toy, & Cafe Set! (Groups of 2+ get Afternoon Tea).
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Akihabara Game Culture Tour and Princess Café Experience
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Finish in style at Princess Tiara, a chandelier-lit maid café reserved for this tour slot. Enjoy a tour-exclusive afternoon tea set (dessert + drink) and pose for photos with the maids
- The cost of participating in the Mario Kart game and one gachapon turn priced at 500 yen or less.
- Any additional game fees or purchase costs other than the Mario Kart game participation fee and one gachapon turn priced at 500 yen or less.
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.
Return details
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Akihabara Radio KaikanAkihabara Radio Kaikan, originally established in 1950, was once known as a mecca for electronic components. The old building was demolished in 2011, and the current 10-story complex opened in 2014. Now home to over 30 specialty shops selling figurines, doujinshi, trading cards, and models, it has become a central hub for anime and otaku culture, drawing fans from around the world. It’s also known as a key location in the anime *Steins;Gate*, making it an iconic landmark of Akihabara. Located right outside JR Akihabara Station's Electric Town exit, it’s a spot that’s sure to catch your eye—even as we pass by quickly on our tour.
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Super PotatoClimb the retro-themed stairwell of Super Potato, a shrine to 8-bit nostalgia. Surrounded by walls of vintage consoles and game boxes, your guide introduces iconic titles and points out the rarest cabinets. Feel free to play any machine on your own budget (about ¥100 per game) and soak in the chiptune ambience that made Akihabara famous.
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翻訳してほしい At Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise 2, guests can explore a floor that feels like a 3D gallery of Japan’s latest anime culture. Over 2,000 scale and prize figures are beautifully displayed in showcase-style cases—ranging from high-end collector statues to beginner-friendly models. This floor is also a gateway into the deep connection between anime and figure culture—from the first anime broadcast in 1963 to today's global fanbase fueled by streaming and social media. Currently, the most popular series taking up shelf space are: Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, SPY×FAMILY, Attack on Titan, and ONE PIECE. Tax-free shopping is available, and international guests can even use a special shipping service at checkout. Whether you're here to shop, browse, or take photos, this is a must-see stop for anime lovers!
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Taito Station AkihabaraBeneath the iconic red Space Invader sign at TAITO STATION, your guide shares insider tips on prize cycles, claw strength, and timing. Load up some coins to test your luck for a plush or figure, and then jump into Japan’s beloved arcade Mario Kart for a thrilling race with friends.
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Akihabara Gachapon HallFeel the clatter of plastic orbs in Gachapon Kaikan, home to over 500 capsule machines. Your guide spotlights seasonal best-sellers and probability tips; spins cost ¥200–¥500 if you’d like to try your luck.
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Finish in style at Princess Tiara, a chandelier-lit maid café reserved for this tour slot. Enjoy a tour-exclusive afternoon tea set (dessert + drink) and pose for photos with the maids; the guide provides simple Japanese phrases so you can order or chat with ease.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Akihabara Game Culture Tour and Princess Café Experience
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$115.43
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!