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Retro to VR Akihabara Evolution Game Experience Tour

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$66.17
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.

Explore Akihabara, Tokyo's gaming haven, on this immersive 3.5-hour tour. Discover the evolution of gaming from retro arcade classics to the latest VR innovations. Enjoy hands-on play with four different games, guided by a friendly local expert who shares insights into Japan's gaming culture. Whether you're an avid gamer or just curious, you'll appreciate the unique atmosphere and camaraderie of this vibrant district.

- 3.5-hour small group tour with English-speaking guide
- Play 3 classic arcade games and 1 cutting-edge VR game
- Learn about Akihabara's gaming history and culture
- Game fees included; perfect for solo travelers and gaming enthusiasts alike
Retro to VR Akihabara Evolution Game Experience Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

  • Tour Photos
  • Play 3 different arcade games fee
  • A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
  • Play 1 VR game fee

Meeting point
In front of Ticket Office right outside of Electric Town Gate of JR Akihabara station Your guide will be holding a red/orange sign saying "MagicalTrip"
Return details
End near JR Kanda Station

  • Meet at JR Akihabara Station (Electric Town Gate) (pass by)
  • Akihabara
    Stroll through Electric Town As you explore famous landmarks, learn how this once-niche district grew into a global pop culture hotspot.
  • Akihabara
    Explore a game center Your first stop is a rare retro arcade floor filled with classic machines you don’t often see anymore. Play legendary arcade games that once became nationwide sensations and discover how gaming first captured people’s hearts in Japan—through hands-on play, not just stories. Browse shelves full of gaming history while learning how playstyles shifted from arcades to home consoles.
  • Akihabara
    Check out a retro game store Next, visit one of Japan’s top retro game specialty shops, packed with iconic titles from Nintendo, Sega, and PlayStation. Browse shelves full of gaming history while learning how playstyles shifted from arcades to home consoles.
  • Akihabara
    Play retro and latest arcade games Then head to a large, lively game center loved by locals of all ages. Enjoy friendly competition with your group by playing classics like Street Fighter or choosing between Taiko no Tatsujin and Mario Kart, just like Japanese gamers do today.
  • Akihabara
    Immerse yourself in a VR game Wrap up the tour with a leap into the future at a cutting-edge VR gaming studio. After a clear introduction, gear up with high-performance VR headsets and controllers. Step into a fully immersive, room-scale VR game where you physically walk around, solve puzzles, and cooperate with your teammates. With around 50 minutes on the clock, work together to clear the mission and experience the moment when reality and virtual space truly blur—an unforgettable finale to your gaming journey.
  • End near JR Kanda Station (pass by)

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes and any personal necessities, as the tour involves walking and standing.
  • The itinerary includes some locations that are not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
  • This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility issues. If you have difficulty walking, we strongly recommend booking a private tour.
  • Out of respect for other guests and to ensure a smooth experience, please arrive on time as the tour will start promptly.
  • If you arrive late and miss the group, you will not be able to join the tour, and refunds or rescheduling will not be provided.
  • Japan’s climate can be extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows around -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly.
  • Photography is welcome, but please be respectful of other guests and any photo restrictions at certain venues.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Retro to VR Akihabara Evolution Game Experience Tour

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $66.17
    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 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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    Physical Gift Box
    • $10.00 fee
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