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Akihabara Private Walking Tour – Anime, Games & Otaku Culture

Tokyo, Japan
  • 3 to 6 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • 3, 4 or 6 hours private customized walking tour.
    • Meet up at your selected location and end at a location of your choice.
    • English and Japanese speaking guide
    • Transportation costs to and from Akihabara, foods and drinks(for yourself ）
    • Entrance fees(for yourself and your guide)
    • Other personal expenses
    • Travel Insurance
    • Gratuities (optional but always appreciated)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Please specify your preferred pick-up and drop-off location, as well as the pick-up time (the tour starting time) upon booking. I'll give you a call when I arrive.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
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    Itinerary

    Akihabara (Pass By)

    1

    Akihabara Radio Kaikan

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    GiGO Akihabara Building 3

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Akihabara Gachapon Hall

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Heaven's Gate

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

    5

    Taito Station Akihabara

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Tamashii Nations Store Tokyo

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Akiba Cultures Zone

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Kanda Shrine

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    9

    Don Quijote Akihabara

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    10

    CHABARA AKI-OKA MARCHE

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is not recommended for individuals with mobility issues.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 3 reviews
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    First Trip to Akihabara

    Guy_G, Mar 2026
    Minako was my guide for my first tour of Akihabara. She went above and beyond for this tour. She has a tour itinerary but it was a suggestion so she was very flexible in letting me change it up to go to places I wanted to go that weren't listed. She came to pick me up at my hotel and took me to Akihabara. She let me explore many places even some that I wanted to check out all of a sudden. She took me a wonderful ramen restaurant. At the stores, if there was something I didn't see, she went and ask the people who work at the store if they had it. She was a wonderful and sweet tour guide. She even recommend some great snacks to try out. I would recommend her for taking a tour of Akihabara for your own personal travel here.

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that I could help you explore the places you wanted to visit in Akihabara. I hope you also enjoyed the snacks, and it would make me very happy if you found some favorites among them. I really appreciate your recommendation, and I hope to see you again on another tour someday!

    Fantastic Akihabara Tour – A Day to Remember!

    Michael_R, Jun 2025
    From the moment we met our guide in the subway, we knew we were in great hands. She expertly guided us through the trains and escalators with ease, making our journey feel effortless. Thoughtful, kind, and incredibly informative, she connected so well with our family of four and made the day feel personalized and special. She introduced us to Akihabara’s hidden gems and helped us find specific anime items we had been searching for. Her deep knowledge of the area, from shops to culture, was impressive. We ended the day with a visit to the Robot Cafe, where we invited her to join us—it felt like spending the day with a good friend. Highly recommend!

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful feedback! I'm absolutely thrilled to hear you and your family had such a wonderful time exploring Akihabara with me. It was a real pleasure spending the day with your family and showing you around. I truly appreciate your kind words and hope you'll visit Japan again soon!

    I had an amazing...

    Kayla_b, Feb 2025
    I had an amazing experience on my Akihabara tour! My guide Minako was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the entire trip enjoyable and stress-free. She was very patient, taking the time to answer all our questions and ensuring we had a great time. The tour was fun, informative, and well-organized. Along with a good tour she gave me some tea, chips from her home city, and Kanji charaters for my name!

    Response from Host, Feb 2025

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed your Akihabara tour. It was a pleasure guiding you. Hope to see you again!

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