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1 hour 30 minutes
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You MUST have an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention and driving license from your country of origin. EXCEPT for participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco. In which case you will need a Japanese translation of your license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF/Online Application for Japanese Translation) and your own driving license. Failure to bring all required documents will result in cancellation of the tour without the possibility of a refund.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 15 MIN BEFORE the booking time, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the reserved time but please plan your journey ahead of time.ALCOHOL consumption before the tour is prohibited, so please be responsible.PLEASE DO NOT WEAR the long skirts, high heel shoes or sandals.
You MUST have an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention and driving license from your country of origin. EXCEPT for participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco. In which case you will need a Japanese translation of your license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF/Online Application for Japanese Translation) and your own driving license.
Please note that International Driving Permits MUST be issued by your countries approved issuer. Some common examples are; Australia – AAA . USA – AAA or AATA. UK – AA or RAC. Canada – CAA
International driving permits that are issued under the Vienna Convention 1968 are NOT accepted in Japan.
Our cancellation policy is below;
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour start time for a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of the tour start time the paid amount will not be refunded.
If your tour is canceled due to bad weather, you will be eligible for a full refund. Or you have the opportunity to reschedule depending on availability.
Due to the nature of operating mechanical parts, when we reach the maximum capacity of booking we may need to amend or adjust bookings depending on kart availability.
It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure they have the correct/valid documents for driving in Japan, failure to do so will result in denial of participation without the possibility of a refund. If you are not sure, please reach out to us directly and we can help to check if you have valid documents.
Please watch the instruction video in the confirmation email.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Full Safety Briefing
Costumes
Jackets and pants during the rainy and cold days
Go-karts
Gas Fees
Dinner
Tsutenkaku
You will pass by the Tsutenkaku Tower which is a 108-meter-high observation tower soaring over downtown Osaka's Naniwa Ward.
Shinsekai
A retro downtown area of southern Osaka, famous for Tsutenkaku, Janjan Yokocho Alley, and a giant blowfish lantern sign
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jeanne T,
Apr 28, 2025
- Viator
Our tour was so fantastic I told all my family and friends immediately. Will be a highlight of our amazing trip to this incredible country. Driving here wasn’t daunting at all with our experienced tour guide there to lead us. Best staff and tour hands down. Loved it so much! Thank you for the experience!
Ginnie H,
Mar 18, 2025
- Viator
So fun to drive around Osaka in a kart with a costume! The staff was great ensuring we were safe but still had a great time. Would definitely recommend Japankart!
Cap G,
Dec 9, 2024
- Viator
Excellent experience. Would definitely recommend them to anyone who’s interested in this experience. If I was to do this again it would be during the summer at night.
Alan Y,
Nov 24, 2024
- Viator
Wow! What a ride. You simply cannot beat driving around the streets of Osaka and seeing the sights. What a great way to see the city. I would definitely recommend doing this at night time. The team looked after us really well. This is a must do when in Osaka (and you have your international driving permit with you).
Alaam A,
Oct 11, 2024
- Viator
Friendly staff, great experience, convenient location close to public transit. One of the highlights of my trip. Would recommend.
Operated by JAPANKART Osaka Branch