Akihabara Tour with Vintage Gaming Anime and Gachapon Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

・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!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Akihabara Radio Kaikan

Start 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.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Super Potato

Step 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.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Capsule toy cost (one turn, 500 yen or less)

One play of Mario Kart Cost

Cancellation Policy

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

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