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Akihabara Tour with Vintage Gaming Anime and Gachapon Experience
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$46.68
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
・Iconic Landmark (15m):
Start at the tower symbolizing Akihabara since 1962. It showcases the area's shift from Electric Town 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 and enjoy nostalgic 8-bit sounds.
・Hobby Complex (20m):
Visit a collector’s paradise. Whether for One Piece or Gundam, your guide helps navigate the vast selection to find your specific treasure.
・Ultimate Arcade (20m):
Dive into the noisy energy! Experience unique "UFO Catchers," then hop in the driver's seat to race your friends in Mario Kart Arcade.
・Capsule Toys (15m):
Conclude at a wall of hundreds of machines. Enjoy the thrill of the unknown and take home a quirky, high-quality miniature souvenir.
[Note]
One Mario Kart game & one Capsule Toy are included!
Start at the tower symbolizing Akihabara since 1962. It showcases the area's shift from Electric Town 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 and enjoy nostalgic 8-bit sounds.
・Hobby Complex (20m):
Visit a collector’s paradise. Whether for One Piece or Gundam, your guide helps navigate the vast selection to find your specific treasure.
・Ultimate Arcade (20m):
Dive into the noisy energy! Experience unique "UFO Catchers," then hop in the driver's seat to race your friends in Mario Kart Arcade.
・Capsule Toys (15m):
Conclude at a wall of hundreds of machines. Enjoy the thrill of the unknown and take home a quirky, high-quality miniature souvenir.
[Note]
One Mario Kart game & one Capsule Toy are included!
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Akihabara Tour with Vintage Gaming Anime and Gachapon Experience
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- One play of Mario Kart Cost
- Capsule toy cost (one turn, 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
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.
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Akihabara Radio KaikanStart your journey at Radio Kaikan, a legendary eight-floor tower that has defined Akihabara since 1962. Even from the outside, its colorful façade reflects the treasures inside—vintage audio gear, collectible cards, and custom-built keyboards—showcasing the eclectic energy of Electric Town. See how this landmark shaped Akihabara’s “Electric Town” identity, blending Showa-era charm with today’s pop culture. Cameras welcome—capture a slice of history still alive.
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Super PotatoStep into gaming’s golden age at Super Potato, a shrine to 8-bit nostalgia. Climb the poster-lined stairwell and enter a trove of vintage consoles, rare cartridges, and original boxes. Your guide introduces titles that defined generations, from Famicom hits to cult arcade favorites. Drop a ¥100 coin into a cabinet and hear the chiptune melodies that once filled arcades. Whether you play or just soak in the vibe, it’s a time machine for gamers.
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Akiba Hobby AkihabaraNext, explore Hobby Heaven, a multi-floor wonderland for anime, manga, and model fans. Glass cases brim with crafted figures, plastic models, and limited editions from One Piece, Gundam, and SPY×FAMILY. Your guide shares stories behind characters, tips for spotting authentic items, and points out rare finds. Browse, snap photos, and maybe take home a figure that speaks to you.
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Taito Station AkihabaraBeneath TAITO STATION’s glowing red Space Invader sign, your guide reveals crane-game tricks—prize rotations, claw strength, and timing. Watch, then try your luck. Then, jump into Japan’s famous arcade Mario Kart. Race colorful tracks, unleash items, and battle friends for first place. Whether you win a rare plush or the podium, the thrill is pure Akihabara.
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Akihabara Gachapon HallCap your adventure at Gachapon Hall, with 500+ capsule machines. Feel the click and spin, and learn the quirky culture behind this toy craze. For ¥200–¥500 a turn, will you score art, a gag, or a rare gem? The suspense is the magic.
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 Tour with Vintage Gaming Anime and Gachapon Experience
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$46.68
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!